Atlanta Based Systems
Atlanta Based Systems is the leading provider of automation systems to dental laboratories, offering products to suit your lab's size and budget. Using standard business management principles, ABS, in conjunction with several laboratories, developed a complete line of software packages to meet the needs of midsize to large laboratories. ABS is currently serving over 300 users. Through our partnership with ABS, together we have created a fully integrated Credit Card Processing Program.

ABS's integrated credit card processing program was completed in 2000. This program has increased efficiency within dental labs by updating account receivables balances after each transaction is settled. The ABS processing module also allows for the building of recurring payments, so that regular dentists will only need to be keyed into the system once. Our experience, along with providing aggressive pricing, can assure that your dental lab is receiving the best credit card processing program possible for your lab. For general information about ABS, click on the ABS logo, or contact the ABS Program Manager at 800-577-8573 to receive additional information regarding the ABS-TFHS Bankcard Program.

Compulink
Since 1985, Compulink has continually demonstrated the ability to innovate and lead the practice management marketplace with "state-of-the-art" features. The Advantage software empowers your business by completely integrating the financial, the clinical and the administrative components. Maximize your business efficiency and patient responsiveness.

Compulink utilizes the latest in communication technology to internally connect your business to third-party software and clinical instruments, as well as externally to your patients, insurance carriers, clearinghouses, labs and other organizations. From small practices operating on a single LAN to large groups requiring our enterprise solution, Compulink has an Advantage solution for your business today that has the growth path for tomorrow's needs.

American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) supports 14,600 members located in the United States, Canada and abroad. The AAO supports research and education leading to quality patient care and promotes increased public awareness of the need for and benefits of orthodontic treatment.

In May of 2004 at the AAO’s Annual Meeting in Orlando, FL, TRANSFIRST Health Services and the AAO launched a newly approved credit card processing program to specifically meet the needs of the AAO’s membership. Since the launch of the program, several members have requested an analysis between their current program and this approved member benefit, and almost 50 have switched their credit card processing to TRANSFIRST Health Services. For additional information, click on the AAO logo or to receive additional information about the AAO-TFHS credit card processing program, contact Rene’ Buzicky at 800-577-8573.

ASCRS - American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery; ASOA - American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators
Founded in August 1974, the American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) is an international education and scientific organization whose 9,000 member ophthalmologists specialize in cataract and refractive surgery. ASCRS members are recognized leaders and innovators in ophthalmic surgery worldwide. The American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators (ASOA), with 2,000 members, represents ophthalmic practice professionals throughout the United States who specialize in reimbursement, marketing and business management. Members are provided with numerous opportunities to access their network and gain a wealth of information that can help them run a more cost-effective, quality-oriented practice.

In December 2002, TRANSFIRST Health Services and ASCRS / ASOA tailored a credit card processing program specifically for the needs of the membership. The program was launched in the spring of 2003 at the Annual ASCRS / ASOA Meeting held in San Francisco. Members continue to receive information regarding the program and enrollment in the program continues to increase. For general information about ASCRS/ASOA, click on the ASCRS / ASOA title, or contact the ASCRS/ASOA Program Manager at 800-577-8573 to receive additional information about the ASCRS / ASOA - TRANSFIRST Health Services Bankcard Processing Program.

AZDA - Arizona Dental Association
Approximately 70% of Arizona dentists are members of Arizona Dental Association (AZDA). Arizona Dental Association has approximately 2,000 members and encourages the improvement of public health and promotes the art and science of dentistry. Doctor's Dental Services, Inc. (DDS, Inc.), the for-profit subsidiary of AZDA, partnered with TRANSFIRST Health Services in January 2003 to provide a customized credit card processing program for AZDA members. The many quality programs DDS, Inc. sponsors are a vital source of funding for several projects of significant benefit to AZDA members. In addition, this DDS, Inc. endorsed program benefits AZDA members by offering a superior quality service at a significant discount.

The AZDA-TFHS Bankcard Program was launched at the Western Regional Dental Convention in March 2003. The program has thus far proven to be of great savings to dentists in the state of Arizona. In May 2003, an introductory letter was sent to each member by the association as notification that the AZDA-TFHS Bankcard Program was in place and successfully launched. The letter also informed each member of the free savings analysis and comparison of their existing payment processor and this exceptional program. For general information about AZDA, click on the AZDA logo, or contact the AZDA Program Manager at 800-577-8573 to receive additional information about the AZDA-TFHS Bankcard Program.

AZVMA - Arizona Veterinary Medical Association
Arizona Veterinary Medical Association (AZVMA) currently serves over 1000 veterinarians throughout Arizona and has strong relations with many other organizations such as the American Veterinary Medical Association. AZVMA provides members with strong leadership and insight into modernized and organized veterinary medicine. AZVMA entered into a partnership with TFHS in January of 2005 to strengthen their member benefit programs, offering members a more customized program, which allows members to cut processing costs.

TRANSFIRST Health was selected as the provider that offered the highest level of service and support while supplying the greatest member benefit. Members can rest assured that the AZVMA-TFHS Bankcard Program is the best credit card processing program available! If you are a veterinarian in Arizona, be sure to contact us to get your free savings analysis! For information about the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association or the AZVMA-TFHS Bankcard Program, click on the logo above, or call the AZVMA Program Manager at (877) 577-8573.

The COVD-TFHS Bankcard program was launched in May 2003 through an introductory letter sent directly to the members and an announcement in the COVD "VISIONS" newsletter. The program has thus far proven to be a great savings for members and enrollment continues to grow. TRANSFIRST Health Services offers members a complimentary savings analysis and consultation on their credit card processing needs. For general information about COVD, click the COVD logo, or contact the COVD Program Manager at 800-577-8573 to receive additional information about the COVD - TFHS Bankcard Processing Program.

Gateway EDI
Gateway EDI is the premier data interchange (EDI) provider serving today’s health care industry. As one of the nation's fastest growing health care EDI providers, Gateway EDI offers simple solutions to complex electronic connectivity challenges. Gateway technology improves practice efficiency by automating key business functions. From standard claims processing and status reports to sophisticated technology for flagging rejected claims, Gateway provides the solution. Since 1983, Gateway has dedicated themselves to offering accurate and timely processing of transactions between providers and payers. Gateway EDI offers simple solutions to complex business challenges. 

Gateway’s newest service combines TRANSFIRST’s processing capabilities for credit card and ACH, manual and automatic recurring payments, and custom reports with Gateway EDI’s web-based health care transaction processing.  Through one interfaced portal, Gateway EDI users will be able to check third party eligibility, process co-pays, submit patient claims, manage claim status, receive insurance payments and then process the resulting private pay balances.

For more information, simply click on the Gateway EDI logo or to receive additional information regarding the Gateway EDI credit card and ACH processing program contact the Gateway EDI  Program Manager at 800-577-8573.

Kodak’s Dental Systems Group – Orthotrac Integrated Credit Card Processing Program.
Kodak develops, manufactures and markets imaging and practice management systems and related services for dental practitioners to help them increase efficiency and enhance patient care. Working closely with TRANSFIRST Health Services, Kodak has added integrated electronic credit card processing service to its KODAK ORTHOTRAC Practice Management Software for orthodontists. KODAK Electronic Credit Card Processing Service enables dental professionals to process credit cards directly from their practice management software, helping them save time, reduce posting errors and improve cash flow.

For general information about Kodak’s dental systems group, click on the Kodak logo, or contact Kodak directly at 1-800-944-6365 to receive additional information about KODAK Electronic Credit Card Processing Service.

Kodak’s Dental Systems Group – SoftDent Integrated Credit Card Processing Program.
Kodak develops, manufactures and markets imaging and practice management systems and related services for dental practitioners to help them increase efficiency and enhance patient care. Working closely with TRANSFIRST Health Services, Kodak has added integrated electronic credit card processing service to its KODAK SOFTDENT Practice Management Software for general dentists. KODAK Electronic Credit Card Processing Service enables dental professionals to process credit cards directly from their practice management software, helping them save time, reduce posting errors and improve cash flow.

For general information about Kodak’s dental systems group, click on the Kodak logo, or contact Kodak directly at 1-800-944-6365 to receive additional information about KODAK Electronic Credit Card Processing Service.

NADL - National Association of Dental Laboratories
The National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL) is a federation of commercial dental laboratory associations formed in 1951 in Chicago by a merger of the Dental Laboratory Institute of America and the American Dental Laboratory Association. In 1952, NADL opened its national headquarters offices in Washington, D.C. Currently the association represents and serves over 1,200 members. Through TRANSFIRST Health Services' partnership with the NADL, members have access to a customized credit card processing program tailored fit to meet the unique needs of the dental lab industry.

For over ten years NADL's credit card processing program has assisted their members by not only offering more than competitive pricing, but also understanding the specific needs of dental labs. While working closely with the dental lab industry, we have been able to customize solutions for their particular industry along with providing aggressive pricing is a highlight of our processing program. TRANSFIRST is currently serving over 400 dental labs in the NADL portfolio. For general information about NADL, click on the NADL logo, or contact the NADL Program Manager at 800-577-8573 to receive additional information about the NADL-TFHS credit card processing program.

Sesame Communications
Sesame Communications is a privately-held company founded in 1999 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington. The company pioneered doctor-patient and doctor-doctor online communications for the dental industry with its 1999 launch of the comprehensive, interactive Ortho Sesame solution. The patent-pending, proprietary technology was expanded to include Dental Sesame and both solutions web-integrate legacy databases and utilize an automated email ASP solution that enables doctors to significantly improve patient communications, resulting in reduced no-shows, staff administration time savings, and significant improvements in patient satisfaction. As the doctor-referred online communications system, Sesame Communications is used by over 400,000 patients and is the only provider of the "98% Patient Satisfaction Guarantee™". For additional information, click on the Sesame logo or to receive additional information about the Sesame -TFHS credit card processing program, contact Rene’ Buzicky at 800-577-8573.

PVMA - Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association
The Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association (PVMA) is a statewide professional membership organization dedicated exclusively to the profession of veterinary medicine and the interests of veterinarians, their clients and patients. Established in 1883, PVMA membership has grown from its original 22 founding members to an organization representing over 1,500 veterinarians and 500 veterinary students. PVMA members represent the broad spectrum of veterinary medicine, including, but not limited to, small animal, large animal, exotic, bovine and equine practitioners, and those veterinarians working in research and academic capacities.

The PVMA-TFHS Bankcard Program is another of our newest referral programs! The PVMA-TFHS Bankcard Program was launched in October 2003, and members began enrolling in this new program immediately. This new program replaces PVMA's former bankcard program, increasing the level of service provided to the association and its members, while reducing members payment processing costs and providing PVMA with increased referral revenues. If you are a veterinarian in Pennsylvania, contact us for a FREE 'merchant check-up' to verify that your payment processing program complies with recent Visa/MasterCard mandates and to see if the PVMA-TFHS Bankcard Program can provide savings to your practice! For general information about PVMA, click on the PVMA logo, or contact the PVMA Program Manager at 800-577-8573 to receive additional information about the PVMA-TFHS Bankcard Program.

SCDA - South Carolina Dental Association
Established in 1869, South Carolina Dental Association (SCDA) represents and serves approximately 1600 member dentists in South Carolina. SCDA is a non-profit association that provides services such as lobbying, legal counsel, continuing education opportunities, publications, insurance services, practitioner networking, and legislative events for members and community alike. Through Stonemark Services Corporation (SSC) and SCDA, members can enjoy a special negotiated credit card processing program with TRANSFIRST Health.

The SCDA-TFHS Bankcard Program has recently been renewed, and the number of enrolled members is continuing to rise. The program currently accommodates a wide range of practices from orthodontia to general dentistry, card not present to card present. More and more members are taking the time to look at their processing statements, and request a free analysis from TRANSFIRST Health Services. To date, we have provided savings for each and every member that has been in contact with TFHS. For general information about SCDA, click on the SCDA logo, or contact the SCDA Program Manager at 800-577-8573 to receive additional information about the SCDA-TFHS Bankcard Program.

Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA)
Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association currently serves over 900 veterinarians throughout Massachusetts and has strong relations with many other New England and national veterinary organizations such as American Veterinary Medical Association. MVMA provides members with strong leadership and insight into modernized and organized veterinary medicine. MVMA also has involvement abroad, helping animals needing care in countries such as Iraq, Afghanistan, Mexico and the Dominican Republic. Two of the international programs include MVMA Project Samana and Mazunte Turtle Project. MVMA entered into a partnership with TFHS in January of 2003 to improve service and support while offering members a more customized program that allows members to cut processing costs.

The MVMA-TFHS Bankcard Program is continually growing and one of our most successful referral programs. After the intense scrutiny of MVMA's Steering Committee, TRANSFIRST Health was selected as the provider that offered the highest level of service and support while supplying the greatest member benefit. The program has allowed for over $10,000 in combined savings for enrolled members to date. With the shared marketing support of the program, each member of the association is contacted multiple times throughout the year. The relationships built through this rare marketing structure make this our most unique program! Members can rest assured that the MVMA-TFHS Bankcard Program is the best credit card processing program available! If you are a veterinarian in Massachusetts, be sure to contact us to get your free savings analysis! For general information about MVMA, click on the MVMA logo, or contact the MVMA Program Manager at 800-577-8573 to receive additional information about the MVMA-TFHS Bankcard Program.

The American College of Eye Surgeons American Board of Eye Surgery (ACES-ABES)
Founded in 1986, the American College of Eye Surgeons was created by a group of concerned ophthalmologists who worked for two years with the Professional Examination Service to establish the American Board of Eye Surgery in 1988. ACES felt concerned about the absence of surgical certification in the board certification process of ophthalmologists and therefore took steps to create ABES, which tests ophthalmologists on their ability to perform quality eye surgery. ACES members are able to apply for ABES certification after going through a stringent approval process. The fundamental objective of ACES is to promote high quality standards in the provision of ophthalmic surgical services for its over 1,000 members. ACES is committed to assuring a continuing awareness of the importance and value of high quality ophthalmic surgical services among the public, governmental regulators, insurers, alternative delivery systems and others. ACES - ABES entered into an agreement with TRANSFIRST Health Services in September 2003, to offer its membership a customized credit card processing program with a focus on customer service and support.

The TFHS - ACES-ABES program launched in October 2003, with an introductory letter from ACES-ABES to their entire membership. The letter also informed each member of the free savings analysis and comparison of their existing payment processor and this exceptional program. For general information about ACES, click on the ACES logo, or contact the ACES Program Manager at 800-577-8573 to receive additional information about the ACES-TFHS Bankcard Program.

The Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association
The Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association was founded in 1915 by a small group of veterinarians. The mission of the WVMA is to assist Wisconsin veterinarians in profitably providing the highest quality professional and humane care. Currently, the WVMA has over 2,100 members whose backgrounds are as varied and multi-faceted as the rural, urban and suburban areas from which they come.

The WVMA-TFHS program was launched in February 2004 at their Winter Retreat and Members began inquiring about the program immediately. TRANSFIRST will work with all WVMA members to reduce costs and improve efficiencies within their office. Also, TRANSFIRST works with their merchants to ensure they are processing their transactions compliantly and within all the new Visa and MasterCard regulations as they become effective. If you are a Wisconsin veterinarian, please contact us for an analysis between your current processor and the WVMA-TFHS bankcard-processing program. For general information about the WVMA, click on the WVMA logo and for information about the WVMA-TFHS bankcard-processing program, please contact the WVMA Program Team at 1-800-538-1601.

The ISVMA works for veterinarians and protects them every business day, caring for their veterinary practices and licenses. Veterinarians are affected by constantly changing business procedures, regulatory pressures and educational demands. It is virtually impossible for any veterinarian alone to continually monitor the areas that could greatly impact their license or practice.

The ISVMA entered into a referral partnership with TRANSFIRST Health Services in March 2004 so that it could offer its members a cost-effective and flexible option in credit card processing. The partnership was launched the second week of April with the publication of a lead article in the ISVMA newsletter, The EPITOME. The article described this new benefit option and encouraged members to call for further details and for a free savings analysis of their current credit card program. For general information about ISVMA, click on the ISVMA logo, or contact the ISVMA Program Manager at 800-577-8573 to receive additional information about the ISVMA-TFHS Bankcard Program.