To receive the subscription certificate, agencies need to demonstrate they have implemented ACA’s PPMSTM within their office. To do this, they will submit the required information to an independent third-party auditor (who ACA will hire) for review. If the information meets the requirements, subscription will be granted.
- Requirements - Setup and maintain a documented “Professional Practices” Manual for third-party accounts receivable.
- Compliance Check - Annually submit a copy of the title page and table of contents of the Manual along with a signed statement that the content complies with the ACA’s PPMS. The Manual should follow the numbering system (i.e. element numbers) of the ACA’s PPMS.
- Requirements - Training, Identify training needs and provide for the training of all personnel performing activities affecting delivery of services.
- Compliance Check - Prior to subscription - Attendance at ACA’s foundational training program for agencies (i.e., one person must attend prior to subscription). Annually submit a signed copy of training log.
Subscription to ACA’s PPMS Approximate Costs
(Contact ACA of nonmember rates)
- Initial Subscription Fees (Year 1): $995. (Includes $300 required seminar registration fee for training seminar. Does not include local CPA fees or internal costs incurred by the agency.)
- Yearly Surveillance Fees: $545. (Does not include internal costs incurred by the agency.)