SA Identifiable (Direct) Costs

4538 - SA Identifiable (Direct) Costs (Rev. 1, 05-21-04) An SA that is locating program personnel in extra identifiable space should charge CMS funds for the cost of such space. Where State survey program personnel share space with the agency’s regular personnel, the cost of such space shall be apportioned between the programs. Apportionment is based upon a proration plan submitted by the SA and approved by CMS. The approved method applies only to rental fees paid for locations where State survey program personnel share occupancy. Bases for prorating rental costs should be reappraised when changes in physical facilities or other conditions results in inequitable cost sharing. The SA is required to submit a rental cost apportionment plan each year as part of the budget documentation. Approval of the budget constitutes approval of the plan of apportionment.