Tag: Universal Software Solutions
Universal Software updates certification
November 19, 2019HME News Staff
DAVISON, Mich. - Universal Software Solutions has announced that Healthcare Data Management System is now certified by Surescripts for E-Prescribing and Directories, allowing users to receive compound drug prescriptions and allergy information, and submit prescription change requests. HDMS completed testing in October to achieve certification prior to the Jan. 1, 2020, deadline for the new National Council for Prescription Drug Programs' SCRIPT standard v2017071. “The advantage that integrations...
Universal Software holds user conference
October 24, 2019HME News Staff
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Universal Software Solutions held its users conference at the JW Marriott in Grand Rapids, Mich., Sept. 9-11, giving its provider customers that use HDMS and StowPoint the opportunity to learn and network. The company estimates about 14% of its customers attended the event, which featured 18 one-hour sessions on topics ranging from the customer acquisition process to the business cycle to paid claim; and two keynote speakers, Ty Bello and Dr. Stephen Shaya. At the event, Southfield,...
Essity taps Universal Software solution
August 28, 2019HME News Staff
DAVISON, Mich. - Essity will use Universal Software Solutions' VendorLink to automate its electronic ordering and patient drop-ship solutions. VendorLink, a companion application to HDMS, Universal's core application, offers a secure and dedicated point-to-point connection with distributors, providing automation for HME suppliers and pharmacies. "When our clients use the HDMS Outreach Services for patient resupply of products, together with our VendorLink solution, it creates a fully automated process...
Billing systems growing in sophistication
April 29, 2019John Andrews
For HME providers considering upgrades to their billing systems, it is important to know that today's automation technology allows for full integration of functions that span the administrative and operations continuum within the company. In essence, a new billing system goes well beyond revenue cycle transaction and into every essential part of the business.
“It's an exciting time for HME providers as it relates to technology, and there are many integrations that are available,”...
Software companies debut fresh looks
July 30, 2018Liz Beaulieu, Editor
Universal Software Solutions and Team DME! are two other software companies refreshing their look. Here's why.'Shiny and new'Davison, Mich.-based Universal Software Solutions has been so busy developing products that its look has become “outdated and dull,” acknowledges Lisa Anderson, who works in education and outreach for the company.“Over the years, we just really wanted to deliver the best products we could—we didn't care if our logo was the most modern looking,”...
Billing systems: Look beyond claims, invoices
April 23, 2018John Andrews
Everything in an HME business is connected, so having an IT system that gives providers a panoramic view of their operation makes more sense than having siloed systems designated for specific departments, automation proponents say.
Given the advanced functionality of modern technology and the affordability of cloud computing, even the smallest companies can afford to have a multi-functional, enterprise-wide system. Automating functions across the board is a bona fide upgrade from the hybrid manual-electronic...
Short takes: Universal Software, Metamason
November 10, 2017HME News Staff
Metamason has been named a CES 2018 Innovation Awards Honoree for its Miia nasal hybrid mask. The mask leverages 3D scans of each patient's face to ensure a custom fit mask. The awards are evaluated on aesthetic and design qualities, intended use/function and user value, unique/novel features present and how the design and innovation of the product directly compares to other products in the marketplace…Universal Software Solutions has released HDMS Scheduler, a tool to increase interoperability...
USS excels at efficiency
July 31, 2017Jeff Rowe
DAVISON, Mich. - Interoperability is very much a buzzword in health care today, but at Universal Software Solutions (USS), the idea that software systems should be able to “talk to” each other is an idea that dates back to the company's founding in 2000.“Interoperability is how we got our start,” Vice President Dave Golen said, noting that the ability to adapt to any customers existing software system is first among the company's principles.The ultimate goal, Golen explained,...
USS streamlines A/R
June 22, 2017HME News Staff
DAVISON, Mich. - Universal Software Solutions has added a Collections & Denials Module to its Healthcare Data Management Software, the company announced in a press release. The automated software will streamline accounts receivables by generating prioritized work lists sorted by criteria into an electronic grid. “This module enables HME billers to be far more efficient and focused on their high value billing claims and denials,” says Christopher Dobiesz, president. “It also allows...
Universal Software outgrows corporate office
May 3, 2017HME News Staff
NOVI, Mich. - Universal Software Solutions has added a second office here. The company says business has grown so much in the past few years that it has outgrown its corporate office in Davison, Mich. “In the past few months, we have added many new programming, customer support and training staff,” said Dave Golen, vice president. While Universal Software Solutions will keep its corporate office in Davison, it moved its training, sales and marketing departments to the Novi office in April....