20 Most Admired Campines of the Year 2022
Business Fortune

In the realm of medical device manufacturing, software is emerging as a key differentiator. The benefits of software innovation, however, are accompanied by a set of challenges, including stringent regulations, high-quality standards, market demands, and inherent complexity. Navigating these intricacies requires specialized application lifecycle management tools tailored to the distinctive requirements of medical device companies.
ZOLL Data Systems stands out as a prominent player in this landscape, specializing in the development and manufacturing of medical devices and software solutions. With a strong emphasis on clinical quality assurance, optimized operations, and data-driven analytics, the company has a rich history dating back to its foundation in 1984 by Dr. Paul ZOLL, a trailblazer in modern electrophysiology. In 1999, ZOLL Data Systems expanded its portfolio by introducing cutting-edge software solutions, seamlessly integrating them with life-saving medical devices.
As a pioneer in pre-hospital and hospital technology, ZOLL Data Systems fosters meaningful partnerships with clients in EMS, Fire, and Hospitals. This collaboration allows the company to deliver solutions that not only enhance performance and outcomes but also maximize operational efficiencies. ZOLL Data Systems remains at the forefront of innovation, leveraging its expertise to address the evolving needs of the medical devices industry.
Enhancing clinical and operational outcomes through a range of innovative healthcare software solutions
ZOLL® Dispatch: In critical situations where every second matters, ZOLL® Dispatch plays a pivotal role. It serves as a data-rich call-taking and computer-aided dispatch (CAD) solution for EMS teams. By providing essential data, optimizing response alignment, and facilitating efficient communication, ZOLL Dispatch contributes to quicker responses, reduced workload, and improved outcomes. The solution's visual dashboard enables benchmarking and performance measurement for ongoing operational enhancements.
ZOLL® emsCharts: Focused on expediency in capturing crucial information during emergencies, ZOLL® emsCharts guides medics through efficient electronic Patient Care Report (ePCR) documentation. The software integrates seamlessly with CAD, Billing, and ZOLL Care Exchange products, streamlining the import of vital health, demographic, and insurance data. This not only accelerates data entry but also ensures accurate and complete ePCR records, enhancing patient care and supporting informed decisions across the care continuum.
ZOLL® Fire Reports: Addressing the complexity of fire operations, ZOLL® Fire Reports offers a cloud-based fire records management system (RMS). This integrated solution simplifies daily fire operations management, covering incident reporting, patient care, personnel management, fire inspection permits, and vehicle assignments. By eliminating repetitive data entry across multiple applications, Fire Reports saves time, reduces errors, and allows fire departments to prioritize crew safety and improve outcomes.
ZOLL® AR Boost®: Navigating the challenges of patient responsibility and reimbursement, ZOLL® AR Boost® streamlines the pre-billing process for healthcare billing professionals. This real-time accounts receivable (AR) solution identifies self-pay patients, maximizing reimbursement for services rendered. By providing accurate, actionable data to uncover hidden coverage and drive self-pay and high-deductible conversions, ZOLL AR Boost ensures complete patient information, resulting in a 12% increase in revenue on average, faster processes, and a significant reduction in returned mail.
MBI Lookup: Addressing regulatory changes, MBI Lookup responds to CMS requirements for Medicare Beneficiary Identifiers (MBIs) starting January 1, 2020. This solution ensures compliance by replacing the previous social security number-based health insurance claim numbers (HICNs) for Medicare patients. MBI Lookup prevents claim rejections and transactions issues by enforcing the use of the 11-character patient identification numbers.
ZOLL Data Systems continues to lead in healthcare software solutions, providing tailored applications that meet the unique needs of medical devices companies and contribute to improved patient care and operational efficiency.
Alex Moghadam | President
Alex assumed leadership of the ZOLL Data Management team in July 2013 after serving eight years as Vice President of International Operations for ZOLL’s core resuscitation products. During this time, he more than doubled the company’s global presence and expanded the company’s reach into Japan, China, India, Eastern Europe and the Nordic region. Prior to joining ZOLL, from 1995 to 2005, Alex held a variety of commercial and operational roles with Thermo Electron (now Thermo Fisher Scientific), which included eight years of overseas assignments in Asia and France. He holds an MBA from DePaul University, a Master of international management degree from the American Graduate School of International Management (Thunderbird), and a Bachelor of Science in biology from Loyola University of Chicago. In his spare time, Alex is likely to be found outdoors, hiking, camping, mountain biking, and skiing.