DefenseWeb® Technologies, Inc. to provide IT suppo rt forDoD health provider
SAN DIEGO – January 8, 2009 – DefenseWeb® Technologies, Inc., a premier custom software developer and systems integrator for U.S. Department of Defense and other federal government agencies, announced today its participation in the Department of Defense’s Uniformed Services Family Health Plan Information Technology program.
The company will act as a subcontractor to Apptis, Inc. for the $21 million contract to provide data processing services to the six designated health care providers under the plan.
“We’re proud to provide innovative technology solutions that directly benefit the health and well-being of servicemembers and retirees as well as their families,” said Maria Everhart Gaboury, Vice President, Healthcare Department for DefenseWeb. “We have a long history of providing the Department of Defense with increased capabilities to provide services to their beneficiaries, and we are excited for the opportunity to be part of this program.”
Under the contract, DefenseWeb will host the beneficiary information portal; provide the tools for collecting monthly data from the designated health providers, and manage interfaces with the Defense Enrollment and Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS), the DoD system for determination of eligibility and payments for those entitled to military healthcare benefits including DoD’s TRICARE and TRICARE For Life, the health care programs serving eligible beneficiaries, to include military retirees, their families and survivors worldwide.
“The work we do directly enhances our military readiness, and we take that responsibility seriously,” said Adam Welsh, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Apptis Health Solutions, “As such, we look for partners that carry that same level of pride and commitment in their work, and we found it in the team at DefenseWeb.”
About DefenseWeb® Technologies, Inc. DefenseWeb Technologies, Inc. (www.defenseweb.com) is a premier software developer and systems integrator specializing in the design, development and deployment of customized software solutions including enterprise-wide web portals, clinical information systems, electronic screening tools, case management systems, and online training applications to address the needs of military Service Members and their families. DefenseWeb is a wholly-owned by Humana, Inc.
About Apptis
For more than two decades, Apptis has been providing IT and communications services to the Federal Government. Applying leading technologies to diverse needs, Apptis delivers inspiring solutions that are agile, trusted and business-aligned for optimized performance. The company's robust enterprise-wide capabilities include Software & System Engineering, Enterprise Management, Network Engineering, Information Assurance and Program Management. The company values trust, respect and integrity with a steadfast customer focus, a passion to win and a belief in ourselves. Apptis is privately held with headquarters in Chantilly, VA. For more information, visit www.apptis.com.