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CHAPIN, S.C. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 09, 2022   Virtue Technologies, a leading provider of home infusion, specialty pharmacy, long term care pharmacy, and durable medical equipment logistics technology solutions, announced today a...

Universal Software Solutions is proud to increase its ongoing investment into the Home Infusion and Specialty Infusion markets.  We are pleased to announce the creation of a new role of Vice President of Pharmacy Applications and the...

"Patients will behave in the way a Provider has trained them to behave."    In the penultimate workshop of the Improving Patient Collections series with The Allegiance Group, COO & Presenter Anne Orrick made a statement...

Hey Guys! For those of you that use BCBSM EDI to submit claims to as one of your clearinghouses or EDI Hosts, you may have seen alerts from them that their FTP protocols are changing.  This message is to inform you that WE ARE ON IT!...

Just in case you haven't seen this from your provider portals or listservs, CMS has officially decided to pause the Competitive Bidding round for 2021 in most product categories.  One aspect for the decision driven of course by the...

CMS is planning on rolling back some of the flexibilities currently in place to assist providers during the COVID-19 PHE to ensure CMS program integrity.   CMS audits are expected to resume on August 3rd, regardless of...

Hey HDMS Nation!   The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has officially approved the renewal of Medicare’s Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABN) form and instructions.  Both the English and Spanish versions of this form have...

Wondering when to add the CR Modifier and COVID-19 Line Narrative?  Use the following chart for Medicare claims (sourced from the full list at https://www.cms.gov/files/document/se20011.pdf).  -Published by Jillian...

The HDMS Manual is now WIKI.   The information is organized with the same structure of the menus in HDMS.   Just select the menu option, then the subcategory to get more information.     You can still...

Don't worry, Jillian has your back! The NCDs and LCDs for which clinical indications have been suspended now include: Positive Airway Pressure Devices for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (L33718);  (the NCD 240.4 for...

All updates below provided by our friends at AAHomecare. To become a part of this amazing organization please click here. Carecentrix-Cigna Core Business – Provider Newsflash-4/22/20 – note: CCX providers no longer need...

At long last, all of the fee schedules you need are available. Here's the scoop:   Cloud Client? all of the files below have been placed on your cloud desktop, so that you can start your import process!   Rural & CBA...

While many states are currently lifting portions of their stay-at-home orders, or removing restrictions entirely, it’s important that we are preparing for the return of remote employees to the office setting.  There are several things...

A small bit of good news, TPE & ADR audits have been suspended. As a reminder, check out the details about what your local contractor may be doing here: { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Article", ...

CMS has suspended proof of delivery requirements during the Public Health Emergency. Check out this episode of Medicare Minute for details... { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Article", "mainEntityOfPage": { ...

Many companies have shifted as many of their workers to a remote status to help keep their employees, patients, and partners safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.  And while this is certainly the safest option, it’s important to also be...

Check out the latest episode of Medicare Minute! We are seeing a wide variety of rules from local Medicaid, Blue Crosses, and Managed Care Plans. Be sure to check in on your large Payers regarding the following information: Are they...

  One aspect of the CMS Final Rule publication indicates that respiratory equipment can be dispensed without qualifying criteria. If you are a Provider dispensing life-saving equipment to COVID-19 patients, here is the information you need...

  We've committed 20 years to making your experience while transitioning to new software as painless as possible.  Our primary goal is to use the existing data from your business to shortcut most of your new...

Here are some of the killer webinars & resources our partners & friends are hosting soon related to the ever-changing COVID-19 Response & Management.  Don't forget, if you register but can't attend live you will get...

We work with the best HME & Pharmacy Providers in the US, and they employ the BEST people. We've received so many emails from YOU checking on our staff, that we can't even begin to tell you how much we appreciate you and the sacrifice...

While we are waiting for CMS to compile the relief rate allowable (fee schedule) file, here are the short term reactions you may see in HDMS! Click on Medicare Minute to get a 1 minute lesson! { "@context": "https://schema.org", ...

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National association AAHomecare has released an update on policy recommendations being made to major commercial payers to help HME suppliers better serve patients and ease burdens on hospitals during the COVID-19 Emergency.  Among the 18...

With the concerns of Covid-19 spreading through the country, the DME and pharmacy industries are some of the fields which are considered essential and will not be able to shut down.  While many providers are limiting their patient contact as...

Patient Outreach Services powered by AssureTouch are integrated with your HDMS system.   Create custom calling campaigns that will call or text your compression therapy patients when they have a qualifying prescription and have met...

  Be prepared for the CGS HIGLAS transition! Over the next few weeks, CGS will be transitioning to a new financial accounting system, the Healthcare Integrated General Ledger Accounting System or HIGLAS.  Here’s what you...

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Yesterday in HME Business, editor David Kopf shared, "The compression market offers lots of potential, and it’s one in which DME pharmacies can easily tap into." The article posted online yesterday to HME Business indicates there is...

If you haven't noticed, at the top of all of the CMS 484 (commonly referred to as DMERC Style) Certificates of Medical Necessity (CMN's) they are set to expire 2/2020. While we are waiting on CMS to release new forms, national committees...

Here are some pro-tips & reminders for dealing with Medicare patients in 2020! HME Providers/Claims REGARDLESS OF DOS, BILL WITH THE LATEST MBI. Just like before, beneficiaries are losing their MBI cards and/or are remaining ever...

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Providers in the HDMS peer community have been sharing with us that TPE & SMRC audits for diabetic testing supplies are rolling in. The second major wave in TPE audits focused on a large look back period, many providers may still be dealing with...

HDMS Prescriptions are being upgraded to 2D barcodes in version 4.0! As you know, barcodes are a concise way to pass information, and 2D barcodes offer far more storage in a small space than previous technology. 2D barcodes form a square,...

I had the pleasure of talking to Holly Wagner this month about how simply providing diabetic testing supplies is no longer the key to cash. Once you have those patients, it's all about shining in service. What does service look like in 2020?...

Have you ever taken your car into a mechanic and tried to describe a noise that your car was making? Hard right? Not the most confident moment you've ever had probably. Conversely, when you head into the shop and say, "The car won't...

Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (Universal), announces today that their solution Healthcare Data Management System (HDMS) is certified by Surescripts™ for E-Prescribing and Directories, allowing users to receive compound drug prescriptions...

                            Sunsets... great for romance, not so great for software. To “sunset”...

Contest Winners: Funniest Costume: Dean as Donald Trump Most Original: Jillian as Cat in the Hat Best Costume: Sara as Scarecrow

State-wide mud wrestling competition to be held at Universal today!   Did that get your attention? Well... we aren't actually mud wrestling, but we have no shortage of slop right now! October in Michigan is notoriously rainy and windy...

From the keyboard of Lisa Anderson....     Today, I took advantage of an empty desk in the Support room to work closer to my team for the afternoon. As I sat here working quietly I realized that this is the same room I worked in when...

Have you ever been in a patient fitting and need snap a picture or video to use for justification of a custom stocking, brace, prosthetic, power mobility device, or orthotic? With the modern content management of StowPoint, users can simply...

DAVISON, Mich., October 18, 2019 (Newswire.com) -​​In service to users of HDMS and across the country, Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (Universal) held a conference called the 2019 Users Conference from Sept. 9-11...

A lot of claims being worked everyday. A lot of errors from the front end. A lot  X type of payer denial. A lot of appeals in the works. A lot, a lot, a lot. We had an edifying pow-wow with Jim Knight, CEO of ACU-Serve this week,...

  What if you could infuse your business with automation? Ease of use for your employees? More revenue? You can, with HDMS. The Healthcare Data Management System (HDMS) offers a complete post-acute care solution for your unique...

Click below to view & register for all of the great live sessions we are hosting this month, including HDMS v3.23 Sneak Peeks for both HME & Pharmacy Providers as well as Part 3 of the wildly popular webinar series on supporting...

All of our clients have a great delivery plan, and all of our clients would bet money on real life interrupting that plan everyday! In service, there are always exceptions. Check out how information technology can play a much larger role in...

One of the first big bridges built between vendors & providers in our market was the EDI Gateway. Although the code structure has evolved over the years to exchange even more information and trade more communication files, the EDI Gateway...

Joining us this year at the 2019 Users Conference as a Gold Level Sponsor, the incomparable Allegiance Group! Not only is this team of professionals very fun to work with, their results DELIVER. The Allegiance Group offers a product called...

If you're attending our  2019 Users Conference this year, you can look forward to meeting Alan Ferry. Alan is the COO/CCO/CIO of Professional Medical Supply. ProMed Supply is a family owned and operated master wholesale...

DAVISON, Mich., August 26, 2019 (Newswire.com) - Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (Universal), a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home healthcare and pharmacy infusion/specialty markets, officially announced...

DAVISON, Mich., August 13, 2019 (Newswire.com) - Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (Universal), a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home healthcare and pharmacy infusion/specialty markets, officially announced the...

If you DO NOT currently submit claims for the time your professionals (nurse, home health expert, etc) spend providing infusion therapy when in the patient home: You don't have to take any action, and you can stop...

The latest white paper from Prochant has been released, helping providers learn more about, "Best Practices for Managing Your Back Office". Click here to check it out. Joey Graham, EVP of Prochant will be stepping through this topic...

Here's a quick video about everything you need to know now that we are 2 months away from conference!

AAHomecare Engages Leadership at Humana Military on TRICARE Billing Issues Changes to the TRICARE regions to consolidate to two plans from the previous three plans have been fraught with provider network and claims processing issues. While...

Educational resources for those of you prepping for Round 2021 Bid...

Universal Software Solutions Releases New StowPoint Website Press Release - updated: Jul 8, 2019 12:00 EDT DAVISON, Mich., July 8, 2019 (Newswire.com) - ​​Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (Universal), invites providers...

The Universal Family was sad to hear that we've lost a great HME warrior, Karyn Estrella last week.

If you are submitting NCPDP claims for reimbursement, this is a webinar you CANNOT miss.

What's the most common thing that Providers using any software share?

Grab a sand castle mold bucket and head on over...

With the world in it's annual change from gray to green, HDMS continues to bloom with the spring release v3.22 Join us Thursday, April 4th @ 3PM EST, 2PM CST, 12PM PST to look with fresh eyes at features like: NEW Unbillable Revenue...

Last year 92% of the support tickets you and your peers of HDMS Nation opened had THIS in common...

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  CMS announced the 2021 DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Program will resume. Here's a quick breakdown of the "changes" they outline in the article posted at CBIC that you can find here. "Round 2021" will be a...

Heads up Windows XP & Windows 7 workstation users...

  Compression Stockings refill program The recent addition to our HDMS Outreach Services for the reorder calling campaign of Compression Stockings provides another sharp tool to the home care provider’s toolbox.   This...

Why miss out on revenue and force your staff down an inefficient road?

If you are billing items to Medicare that are worn on your patients Right or Left side, better take a look at these changes!

We are excited to announce an updated HDMS Cloud website. We've also added NEW functionality and tools for ease of access...READ MORE

Michigan Medicaid shares their 2019 code changes. Changes to programs in your area? Please forward them to us....read more

AAHomecare publishes Monday that CMS has advised State Medicaids to abandon the long time practice of requiring...

We'd love to share the news happening with payers in your neck of the woods...

Special Edition features a letter from the editor as well as some silly pics from Universal's Christmas party....

Eff 1/1/19 Northwood publishes that they will require span dates on Auto, Workers Comp and PIP claims...

Davison, Michigan – November 2018 Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (Universal), a long-standing leader in complete operational software made for post-acute Healthcare Providers, unveils their new patient management tool...

Check out our November Newsletter for the latest news!

It’s about the right people, on the right mission. We are please to share the following new team members coming onboard for our tremendous Partners. Allegiance Group: Robert McCabe Allegiance Group announces the expansion of its IT...

Here's a qUick reads breakout of everything you need to know about the latest final rule! CMS released a ESRD/DMEPOS Final Rule that relates to Providers all over the country because it is related to competitive bid. What's...

From time to time we’ve received inquiries from HDMS users about PO Numbers, Vendor ID’s, or other identification values jumping by 1000 in their premise-based environment. Where did those missing values go? Was data lost? In every case,...

You may be unaware that you're having probe problems...

Here's why if you have been hesitant to fight Medicare claims due to slow processing results in the past, it may be time to refocus your efforts.

With a front row seat to the large scale project that is new software implementation, Universal's Kevin Dobiesz has witnessed the costly effects for companies who've gotten it wrong. "The unfortunate reality is that many of these...

October 2018 Newsletter

Universal Software Solutions revamps current website.

You'll be glad you did a little prep when disaster strikes, check out this good practice for HDMS Registry settings.

Congrats to our Partner Allegiance Group, provider of the COLLECTPlus product and exemplary private pay collections management. Thank you for continuing to provide excellent customer care to all of our patients. If you haven't already met Bruce...

As of September 1st, all providers billing custom prosthetics & orthotics to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan will be required to submit those claims with a separate CMS accredited PIN. If you are facing this challenge or one like it,...

      CHANGES REQUIRED BY AUGUST 24TH, 2018 In order to continually improve VendorLink's reliable service, we have made some infrastructure improvements. In order to have connection to service after August 24th, 2018 please make...

Very excited to watch was this merger progresses for our Partner Zirmed with Navicure to form Waystar. Two power houses taking the best of each of their business to create one superpower. Put Waystar into your vocabulary, because it’s...

 

Universal Software Solutions Releases StowPoint Davison, Michigan – June 28, 2018   Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (Universal), a long-standing leader in complete operational software made for post-acute Healthcare...

This month's free webinar was on decoding Autoposting Exceptions! In case you missed it, here are some resources: AutoPosting Exceptions AP EXCEPTIONS WEBINAR

The industry has fought back and won again, relief starting for rural care reimbursement rates goes into effect June 1st, 2018. This comes as a victory for citizens across the US in hardworking rural & non-contiguous areas, as their access to...

      In a recently published MLN Matters, CMS releases info that they will be no longer requiring the KH modifier on purchased capped rental items & para/enteral services as of October 2018. This is indicated in...

    REVENUE CYCLE MANAGEMENT HITS HME Providers are taking a "from the ground, up" approach to how they manage their revenues. What's the right strategy? What tools can help? Click to read more!    

A joint DME MAC article was shared yesterday, regarding a required modifier change for all Oxygen billing. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: effective for Dates of Service 8/01/18 or after, it is mandatory that you bill oxygen with a KX if you are not using...

This u-alert was emailed directly to all Vantiv/Element clients on 4/24/18 by Universal:    

Hey Michigan Providers, just wanted to make sure all of you saw this and knew where to look in HDMS! (see screenshot & summary below) BCBSM released the following: _______ From: EDI/Customer Management <EDICustMgmt@bcbsm.com> Sent:...

Shared by our DAC Region D chair, we see that CGS who is the DME MAC Contractor for Regions B & C offers billing instruction for Providers struggling with the new Medicare Oxygen Modifier topic. Our partners at DACD expect that Noridian will...

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Today Danielle Crane, our resident specialty pharm expert, took us through the easy to use workflow to send or received electronic prescriptions in HDMS! Availablefor Pharmacy NewRX, RefillRequest, RXChange, CancelRX! View Presentation...

The April Edition of U-News is here! Click on the excerpt below to view all of the industry news, hot topics, & upcoming events!

For many HME Providers dropship orders are the lifeblood of profitability, providing a low-touch solution to offset the costly burden of paperwork attached to other traditional items. Link products to vendors, set up recurring orders, and kick your...

CMS has released MAC satisfaction surveys for each Medicare region   :)   Let 'em year ya! Region A Region B Region C Region D

  Understanding the layers of changes being made by CMS to Oxygen Billing for Medicare Beneficiaries is no easy task. We've broken down the important changes we think you need to know below. The primary change is that all of this below is...

As you may have heard in our HDMS v3.19 Sneak Peek, the DMERC CMN forms have been updated and are headed into effect on April 1, 2018. Just an FYI, if you will be on a lesser version of HDMS on April 1st please contact us to get in...

If you are using an API to pass information to or from HDMS and you're also a Waystar (formerly Zirmed) Client, you may have received an alert about a TLS migration earlier this month. We have some updates to share with those of you affected by this...

This month it was my pleasure to present our exciting new appointment tool, HDMS Scheduler. Get all of the transparency across locations you've been looking for without the hassle of shared calendars! If you missed it, click on the pic below to...

   

With only a few days remaining until changes take effect for Blue Cross of Michigan capped rentals, If you are a Blue Cross of Michigan Provider please review the information below and take action.        Prepare for...

Yesterday we hosted our monthly webinar, this month's focus was how to "Dig Deep into Denials". In case you missed it or want to review the written materials, access them here: Copy of presentation materials: Dig Deep Into Denials Or watch the...

After several major changes published by Blue Cross of Michigan in 2017 Q4, we see biggest news come in the way of a Request for Proposal they have published seeking DME/P&O vendors who could "achieve benefit cost savings for 2.4 million...

In the bulletin Northwood published February 5th, we see that effective February 1st they have adopted the Medicare rental equipment guidelines. They outline the common practice of requiring new Prior Authorization, Face to Face documentation, and...

Looking forward to spring? So are we! We're getting away from the cold weather for a short trip to Vegas for Medtrade Spring 2018, an annual tradition. Check out this article where Dave Golen Sr, VP of Business Development shares his advice to HME...

Join us every Third Thursday @Three for a free HDMS related webinar.         This month: Dig Deep into Denials with Lisa Anderson. What are you denial responses really telling you? Let's dig into common responses and...

The January Edition of U-News is here! Click on the excerpt below to view all of the industry news, hot topics, & upcoming events!        

Initially mentioned in December and repeated in January; BCBSM has announced big changes for the way DME claims will process. With the changes indicated as effective March 1st, 2018, below are some highlights and our open list of questions. DME...

CMS released their annual update to Beneficiary premium, copay, and deductible rates for 2018. Here’s what we learned: Copay continues to be 20%. 2018 Deductible amount will continue to be $183.00 a year, same as last year. ...

Medicare Plus Blue Changes in Michigan effective Jan 1, 2018 Action Items? YES Bottom line: Blue Cross of Michigan is contracting with Northwood to manage their Medicare Plus Blue DME benefits starting Jan 1, 2018; and you may have an action...

Attention Medicare Providers: We have been alerted to an issue by several of your peers regarding an issue with QMB Claims processing that will affect claims from October 2nd until December 8th. Details: If you had claims that were processed...

Just a quick ShoutOut as we wrap up today to Apria & Home Reach for getting the new DMERC CMN forms into Universal Support so that we can get those updated for everyone. We appreciate it! If you had that on your to do list, cross it off and...

Everything you need to know about the Medicare MBI Change starting April 2018 What’s going on? Medicare is finally re-issuing Medicare Cards that don’t contain Social Security Numbers to their beneficiaries. For the rest of this post we will...

Yesterday we hosted the Sneak Peek for HDMS v3.18 which is now publicly released. Yes, it's here! As usual, me and the Universal Team were overjoyed by the insightful questions & comments that come from our talented group of Clients &...

Universal Software Solutions, Inc., (USSI) has announced the release of HDMS Scheduler in December 3.18. This tool brings increased interoperability between departments where existing applications often create division. The product was created to...

New feature unifies clinical and DME staff inside one calendar application DAVISON, Mich., November 6, 2017 (Newswire.com)   Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (USSI), a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home...

In case you miss out July Webinar On HDMS Patient Outreach, you can view it here: HDMS Patient Outreach Services Webinar July 19 2017

2017 HDMS User Conference Brochure Now In Your Mailbox. 'Knocking Down Barriers' is the theme for the third 2017 HDMS Annual Users Conference in Livonia, Michigan.  The conference is September 20 & 21st, with early registration check-in on...

The several dormant winter months after CMS released its instruction regarding CR9968 Mass Adjustment stemming from the CURES Act were quite a contrast to barrage of information that started flowing from the MAC Contractors in May. Only a week after...

Advanced Collections and Denials Module Now Available for HDMS Users Davison, MI 48423, June 20, 2017 (Newswire.com)   Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (USSI), a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home...

RAC Audits Webinar on May 25, 2017.  Here are the slides here for you view this important webinar: RAC {HDMS & Prometheus} Final PP with Bonus Section {5.25.17}

Medicare Mass Adj 2017 QA  (Click on Link to Download) By Lisa Anderson Universal Software Solutions Inc. Education & Outreach lisaa@universalss.com 248 450-0877 x 334

April 1st changes were put into effect about the billing and reimbursement for our high liter flow oxygen patients who also use a portable system. CMS released a “clarification” document which always leaves us wanting more! While we and our...

HME has noticed our growth here at Universal Software Solutions.  Nice short story with good quotes from Chris Dobiesz and Dave Golen. Here is the link to HME...

Novi Office Opened to Accommodate Expanding Staff   Davison, MI, May 2, 2017 (Newswire.com) Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (USSI), a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home health care and medical equipment...

In a March 22 Webinar, Bruce Gehring of Allegiance Group (formerly A/R Allegiance) shared some very interesting trends in the DME Industry. Population over 65 years is at all time high and as a result the DME Industry is expected to grow 60...

Conference Includes first ever HDMS Boot Camp Davison, MI, February 16, 2017 (Newswire.com)   Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (USSI), a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home healthcare markets, announced...

Company Appoints New Vice President of Partner and Corporate Development to Help Support its Growing Partner Program NEWS PROVIDED BY ZirMed  Dec 14, 2016, 08:00 EST     LOUISVILLE, Ky., April 19, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --...

Take the Complexity out of Complex Rehab with HDMS! When I describe Complex Rehab to people outside of our industry, I say, "Imagine building a custom Mercedes for someone.... and then trying to get Medicare to pay for it." At Universal...

Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (USSI), a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home healthcare markets, announced today that it has enhanced its partnership with Vantiv Integrated Payments. In a relationship with Vantiv which...

Universal Software Solutions Enhances its Payment Processing Solution Davison, MI – June 13, 2016 Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (USSI), a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home healthcare markets,...

Universal Software Solutions, Inc., (USSI) a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home healthcare market, announced today the development of a new product availability feature to help with the visibility of available products...

Introduces USS Academy Davison, MI – June 7, 2016 Universal Software Solutions, Inc. (USSI), a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home healthcare markets, announced today the release of its eLearning platform USS...

We are happy to announce our introduction to the USS Academy has been a success.  We would like to thank everyone who attended USS Academy kickoff webinar.  We appreciated all the questions and request for more information.  We will be holding...

The HDMS Users Conference is your event to meet our technical and training staff, customer service support teams, and industry leaders.  We are featuring several EXCITING industry leaders speaking on several topics, such as: Optimizing HDMS...

  IMCO Home Care and Universal Software Solutions, Inc. announced a partnership to offer Healthcare Data Management System (HDMS) to DME/HME providers. IMCO launched their Home Care initiative, a dedicated membership group serving...

School's IN for Summer! The school year may be winding down for the kids, but here at Universal Software Solutions we're just getting started!  Join us on either Wednesday, June 1st at 9:00 am or 2:00 pm OR Tuesday, June 14th at 11:00...

Automation of Routine Tasks for Faster Delivery Davison, MI - May 26, 2016 Universal Software Solutions, Inc., (USSI) a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home healthcare market, announced today the development of a new...

Universal Software Solutions, Inc., developer and owner of HDMS, a complete practice management system for national home health providers, announces the purchase of Metridoc™; the content management and document imaging asset of Titan...

Mark Your Calendars!! Attention: CAPARIO & ZIRMED users Re: Medicare Contractor changes in HDMS Payer Table Action Needed on :  6/30/16 Revised: If you transmit Medicare claims through a clearinghouse like Capario or Zirmed, you may not...

IMCO Home Care and Universal Software Solutions Join Forces Davison, MI and Tampa, FL - April 13, 2016 IMCO Home Care and Universal Software Solutions, Inc. announced a partnership to offer Healthcare Data Management System (HDMS) to...

At Universal Software Solutions, our mission is to enhance the efficiency, profitability, and effectiveness of each of our clients by the use of technology and our personal, dedicated commitment to their success. We are committed to provide more...

AAHomecare reports that Senate Bill S2736 has been introduced in the Senate.  Many member of the Senate Finance Committee has already signed on board. This bill will: Delays the 2nd phase of cuts by an estimated 15 months (10/1/17) Secures...

Davison, Michigan - March 24, 2016 Universal Software Solutions, Inc., developer and owner of HDMS, a complete practice management system for national home health providers, announces the purchase of Metridoc™; the content management and...

Elevate Your Knowledge is Universal Software Solutions’ Annual Users Conference. The conference is your event to meet and network with prominent speakers, other HDMS users, and Universal staff. You will have an opportunity for training and...

Provided by Region B Council January 27, 2016 When the Jurisdiction B contract was re-bid by CMS, it was awarded to CGS (the contractor for Jurisdiction C). NGS, the current contractor, filed an appeal, and it was denied. The contract is...

HDMS has been the practice management system selected by many home healthcare providers across the country. From a complete turn-key solution for providers who are seeking to completely replace their existing DME Billing system, to our robust API...

Medicare Audits -  An In-Depth Look at Strategic Health and RAC In their pursuit to shift beyond a "pay and chase" approach, CMS has given Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) the authority to request and review documentation related...

One-Click Patient Insurance Eligibility empowers customer service representatives with a tool to reduce the time and effort required to provide your patients with products and services that can be properly reimbursed. This replaces endless phone...

HDMS has been the practice management system selected by many home healthcare providers across the country. From a complete turn-key solution for providers who are seeking to completely replace their existing DME Billing system, to our robust API...

Have you heard the latest on Medicare National Pricing Adjustments?   CMS rolls-out Competitive Bid prices in Non-Competitive Bidding Areas (CBAs) With Medicare the game is always changing!  But we are committed to helping you maximize...

Software integration provides seamless practice management and document management Suffern, NY and Davison, MI – August 12, 2015. MedFORCE Technologies, a leading provider of document and process management solutions for the healthcare...

Partnership to help Home Medical Equipment Providers Overcome Industry Changes Davison, MI and Atlanta, GA – July 6, 2015 Universal Software Solutions announced today a partnership with Prometheus Group, an outcomes-based billing...

Expanding to support rapid growth and growing demand Davison, Michigan – June 15, 2015 Universal Software Solutions has completed the renovation and expansion of its building at its primary location in Davison, Michigan. Reconstruction...

Technology improvements to advance the HME provider Over the last few years, the information technology services available to HME providers have been evolving.  These services continue to expand in the areas of automating manual tasks along with...

Eliminates provider paid fees for HDMS VendorLink Davison, MI - March 18, 2015 Universal Software Solutions, Inc., (USSI) a leading provider of practice management solutions for the home healthcare markets, announced today that it has...

Universal Software Solutions announced today further integration with COLLECTPlus and the Healthcare Data Management System (HDMS). Davison, MI, February 26, 2015 Universal Software Solutions continues to endorse COLLECTPlus as the billing and...

One-Click NPPES (National Plan and Provider Enumeration System) empowers your customer service representatives with a tool to reduce the time and effort required to add or update doctor information.  It provides the accuracy and speed of entering a...

National Home Infusion Association 2015 Annual Conference - Universal Software Solutions, March 23 – March 26.  Booth 509 Universal Software Solutions will be at the NHIA 2015 Conference in Phoenix.  As a member of NHIA, we are looking forward...

Universal Software Solutions is ready for discussions with healthcare providers who are looking to become more efficient within their organization and findings ways to do more with less. We have an exciting success record with many providers...

FDA Approves New Dosing Options for Hizentra® The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the administration options for CSL Behring's Hizentra® (Immune Globulin Subcutaneous (Human), 20% Liquid) to include the ability to...

Carmen Purcell-Vasquez joins Universal Software Solutions with a wealth of experience in the Durable Medical Equipment industry.   Carmen has spent the last 20 years in the Durable Medical Equipment industry with more than 15 years in operations...

Update files for HDMS v3.10 are now available! As with the previous versions, all Release Notes, Sneak Peek Videos, and Update Files are published on the USSI User Forums for easy access and download. As always, we recommend that you read over the...

We are excited to announce that with HDMS v3.9+, a new module is available for electronic Private Payment automatic posting. This new feature will enable the electronic posting of patient payment data directly into HDMS that may have been...

We are pleased to announce that Medical Specialties Distributors (MSD) has joined the list of vendors accessible through our Vendorlink service.  Located in Stoughton, Massachusetts, MSD is a national distribution and logistics provider with...

2014 Jurisdiction B DMEPOS Medicare Seminars - "Navigating Medicare in a New Era" The Jurisdiction B DME MAC is proud to be hosting four one-day seminars in August, 2014. Provider Outreach and Education is excited to offer this incredible...

ELECTRONIC BILLING SERVICES, INC ANNOUNCES THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE COLLECTPlus™ PROGRAM FOR BILLING SERVICE CUSTOMERS. Overland Park, KS / July 15, 2014 – A/R Allegiance Group LLC, (ARA) announced today that Electronic Billing Services, Inc...

Overland Park, KS / July 15, 2014 – A/R Allegiance Group LLC, (ARA) announced today that Electronic Billing Services, Inc (EBS) will offer the COLLECTPlus™ Program to EBS clients for private-pay billing and collection...

Universal Software Solutions announces new enhancements to the CollectPlus integration with the Healthcare Data Management System (HDMS). Overland Park, KS / June 30, 2014 – A/R Allegiance Group LLC, announced today that new enhancements are now...

Overland Park, KS / June 30, 2014 – A/R Allegiance Group LLC, announced today that new enhancements are now available for the integration of CollectPlus with the Healthcare Data Management System (HDMS) offered by Universal Software...

Universal Software Solutions, the developer of the practice management dashboard Healthcare Data Management System (HDMS) today announced further integration capabilities with COLLECTPlus.   PRESS RELEASE  MAR 4, 2014 March 4,...

Published on March 6, 2014 Key features of Umbian’s U-Sleep compliance monitoring solution have been integrated into Universal Software Solutions’ Healthcare Data Management System (HDMS) billing management platform. The end result is...

National Home Infusion Association 2014 Annual Conference - Universal Software Solutions, March 31 – April 3rd, 2014 Universal Software Solutions debuts at the NHIA 2014 Conference.  As a recent member of NHIA, we are looking forward...

Medtrade Spring, March 10-12, 2014 - Universal Software Solutions Universal Software Solutions is looking forward to discussions with healthcare providers who are looking to become more efficient within their organization and findings ways to do...

Baxter and Hospira recalls Baxter Recalls Clinimix and ClinimixE January 3rd, 2014 Baxter has initiated a voluntary recall of two lots of CLINIMIX and one lot of CLINIMIX E Injection parenteral nutrition products to the user level due to...

Mobile Driver Version 2.0 Released by Universal Software Solutions Universal Software Solutions, Inc. has announced the release of HDMS Mobile Driver 2.0 for January 27th 2014.  “We are very excited about the many ways Mobile Driver has...

Pharmacy Modifications required for January 1, 2014 – MedImpact Healthcare Systems. Disclosed previously by MedImpact, there are three major changes that are required and needed to be in place within the NCPDP D.0 submissions.     Part D...

Perspective from Medtrade Fall 2013, Orlando, Florida In many different articles and blog postings, I have read all kinds of comments and opinions about how Medtrade has not been worthwhile or how companies may be looking to reduce or cancel their...

Universal Software Solutions attending MAMES Fall Conference, October 23-25, 2013. Come out to see us at the MAMES Fall Conference, on October 23rd to the 25th and the Treasure Island Resort & Casino, 5734 Sturgeon Lake Road, Welch, MN.  We...

Acknowledgment to Janice Gailes for her contribution to our Home Infusion software development   We would like to recognize and specifically thank Janice Gailes, RPh for all of her assistance, feedback and hands on usage of our HDMS Home...

Best Practices: Overcoming Documentation Challenges, Collection of Co-pays – WAMES, September 16-18, 2013. This year at the WAMES conference, September 16-18th 2013 – Universal Software Solutions, Inc. is proud to the sponsor of Chris...

Universal Software Solutions attending WAMES 30th Annual Conference, September 16-18, 2013. Come out to see us at the WAMES 30th annual conference, on September 16th to the 18th at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. We are looking forward to...

Universal Software Solutions at KMESA 2013 Fall Conference September 16-18, 2013.   We are looking forward to seeing our existing customers and other providers who are interested in exploring new solutions to their challenges at the KMESA...

USS introduces the HDMS License Manager Beginning with HDMS version 3.7 (scheduled for a June, 2013 release) the HDMS License Manager will be required. The License Manager will handle the managing and distributing of HDMS client licenses to HDMS...

Park Nicollet Health Services Kicks off Implementation to HDMS Park Nicollet Health Services has just begun their transition off of their current DMEHME software solution (Fastrack) to the Universal Software Solutions product, HDMS. Currently...

Mary Ellen Spradlin, President of Health Care Reimbursement Solutions, Inc  has recently been in touch with Blue Cross of Michigan regarding reprocessing of oxygen claims. She goes on to write and provides an update to this...

Grandfathering for CBA There is a common question that has come up recently about fulfilling the requirements for CMS, and about proof of delivery of grandfathering letters for competitive bidding. Right now CMS still does not have a formal...

We're looking forward to seeing our clients and prospective customers at the 2013 PAMS Convention May 9-10, 2013 in Seven Springs, Pennsylvania. Mobile technology and the increased productivity that can be realized with Universal's mobile...

Universal Software Solutions, a long-term member of the Michigan Association for Home Care, formally MHHA (Michigan Home Health Association) will be at the May 22-24, 2013 annual conversion in the Traverse City, Michigan area. Competitive bidding...

HDMS News: NEW Enhancement Request Portal To improve how enhancement requests are received and handled, we have released our new Enhancement Request Portal through our website. What this new portal allows for is easy, detailed entry of enhancement...

As most DME suppliers are aware of, Medicare CEDI has been discontinued its the dial-up modem service for claim submission.  Providers will need to submit their electronic claims through one of the six network service vendors, or an affiliated...

Disaster Planning: HDMS System Safe If Hurricane Sandy taught us anything, it’s that no matter your geographic location, disaster can still strike in unexpected ways. Is your business prepared for these unique and rare circumstances? Is your data...

If you are a Home Medical Equipment Supplier who also needs the ability to accept and bill Home Infusion medications, we  have a new solution for you.  Universal Software has rolled out the HDMS Pharmacy module to a handful of clients for...

HDMS News: NEW Enhancement Request Portal To improve how enhancement requests are received and handled, we have released our new Enhancement Request Portal through our website. What this new portal allows for is easy, detailed entry of enhancement...

Disaster Planning: HDMS System Safe If Hurricane Sandy taught us anything, it’s that no matter your geographic location, disaster can still strike in unexpected ways. Is your business prepared for these unique and rare circumstances? Is your data...

Angela Miller CHC (Certified in Healthcare Compliance) President Medical Auditing Solutions LLC   Ty Bello President Team@Work

Are you one of those who get nervous when you hear the numbers 5010? The change from ICD-9 to ICD-10 in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is slated for the end of the current year. Universal Software is...

As most DME users are aware of, Medicare CEDI will be discontinuing the dial-up modem service for claim submissions. Providers will need to submit their electronic claims through one of the six network service vendors, or an affiliated...

If you are a Home Medical Equipment Supplier who also needs the ability to accept and bill for Home Infusion medications, look no farther. Universal Software has rolled out its HDMS Pharmacy module to a handful of clients for evaluation and testing,...

After a hard fought victory by the HME community, Providers began to see increased rates for rural areas published by CMS for effect June 1st, 2018. However, with regular rate files published in July we see that they had already begun to decrement...