Direct Data Entry (DDE)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ
Fiscal Intermediary Shared System (FISS) Enterprise Data Center (EDC) Sign On Procedures (03/06/09)
Enterprise Data Center (EDC) Password Tips (03/06/09)
Enterprise Data Entry (EDC) Identification (ID) Update (03/06/09)
Enterprise Data Center (EDC) Direct Data Entry (DDE) Frequently Asked Questions (03/06/09)
DDE Access through EDC (02/27/09)
The DDE System is an online application that will allow direct online access to your Medicare claims. Some features of the DDE system are:
- Claim Entry
- Medicare Eligibility Inquiries Common Working File (CWF)
- Error Correction
- Claim Status
- Claim Adjustments
- Roster Billing (Flu/Pneumococcal Pneumonia Vaccine)
WPS Medicare offers two options for connectivity to DDE through IVANS and VisionShare. Both connections meet current CMS requirements. WPS Medicare does not recommend one option over the other.
Connectivity Options
IVANS Inc. provides a direct connection to the DDE System through a high-speed internet connection, secure dial-up, or dedicated leased line, depending upon the provider's needs. With IVANS solution, providers can access the complete Medicare workflow, including real-time Medicare eligibility verification, claims status inquiry, remittance advice, claims submission and confirmation, and precertification/referral. IVANS charges a flat monthly fee or hourly fee, based upon the service selected.
For more information, contact IVANS at 1-800-548-2690 or visit: http://www.ivans.com/healthcare 
Once a connection is established with IVANS, please complete the Medicare Access Agreement and the DDE Access Agreement ID Request Form and fax to 402-351-6188.
IVANS Contact Information
Sales: 800-548-2690
Support: 800-548-2675
http://www.ivans.com/healthcare
VisionShare provides low-cost, high-speed Internet connectivity to FISS (Fiscal Intermediary Standard System) for DDE access. A reliable and cost-effective alternative to metered dial-up connectivity or leased lines, VisionShare software connects you over the Internet for both real-time access and batch claims submission.
This same CMS-approved and HIPAA-compliant software also provides access to the Medicare Eligibility Database (HETS) and supports 270 / 271 real-time beneficiary eligibility verification. In addition, you can access the Medicare system and use it as much as you wish for one low, flat rate. No modems are needed and you will not experience any metered dial-up charges or long distance fees.
For more information, contact a VisionShare sales representative at 888-895-2649. You may also visit us at http://www.visionshareinc.com .
Once a connection is established with VisionShare, please complete the Medicare System Access Agreement and the DDE Access Agreement ID Request Form and fax to 402-351-6188.
VisionShare Contact Information
Sales: 888-895-2649
Customer Service: 612-460-4327
Technical Support: 612-460-4310
http://www.visionshareinc.com
FORMS
Please complete the applicable form for the DDE services you are requesting and fax to 402-351-6188 Attention: DDE Systems Department
New DDE Connection
If you are a Provider, Corporate Office, Central Business Office (CBO), or Third Party, and you are requesting a new DDE connection or you are changing software vendors, complete the following form:
- Medicare System Access Agreement
The Access Agreement ID Request Form is also required to be complete. This form is attached to the Medicare System Access Agreement.
Note: A Medicare System Access Agreement is also required whenever there is a change of ownership, facility name, address or PTAN/NPI number change. In addition, when there is a change of ownership, CMS requires the new owner to obtain new Logon IDs.
Current DDE Connection
If you currently have access to the DDE System and need to request a new Logon ID, Machine ID, add a PTAN/provider number to an existing WPS Legacy EDC Logon ID, terminate a Logon ID, add Access to an EDC Logon ID established through another FI or re-activate an EDC Logon ID, complete the following form:
DDE CONTACT INFORMATION
DDE Systems Department phone number 866-734-6656, option 2
Call this number when you have questions on completing the DDE Forms and for connectivity issues or email the DDE Systems Department at Medicare.DDE.Analysts@wpsic.com.
DDE Claims Department phone number 866-580-5986
Call this number for password resets and help with navigating the DDE System
WPS Mailing and Overnight Addresses
Regular Mailing Address:
WPS Medicare
Attention: DDE Systems Department
PO Box 1602
Omaha, NE 68101
Overnight Delivery:
WPS Medicare
Attention: DDE Systems Department
3333 Farnam St.
Ste. 600
Omaha, NE 68131
Page Last Updated: Monday, 01-Jun-2009 10:25:44 CDT
