Qualified Service Organization Agreements

Each Licensed or Approved Provider must establish written agreements with any qualified service organization providing services, programs, agencies, or facilities to the Licensed or Approved Provider. The qualified service organization agreements (QSOAs) shall: (A) be signed by both parties; (B) be renewed at a minimum of every five years; (C) require the qualified service organization to agree to be bound by requirements of 42 CFR Part 2; (D) specify the services, programs, agencies or facilities to be provided; and (E) if the qualified service organization provides services to the Licensed or Approved Provider's patients or residents, specify the method of referral and review of treatment plans.