Note: The 2007 PPO Plan Standards and Guidelines and Survey Tools are effective July 1, 2007-June 30, 2008. Policy updates, changes and clarifications are available.

Standards and Guidelines for the Accreditation of PPO Plans
If you are preparing for an NCQA Accreditation survey, the PPO Plan Standards and Guidelines are an essential resource. This publication outlines standards and features explanations and examples of how to meet the standards, accreditation scoring guidelines and points, accreditation outcomes and reporting categories. Eligibility requirements, application information and policies and procedures are also included.

Note: Purchase of the Standards and Guidelines is not necessary when purchasing the Survey Tool.

2008 HP Standards and Guidelines

2007 PPO Plan Standards and Guidelines
Item # 10322-100-07
Price: $260

2007 PPO Plan Standards and Guidelines e-pub

2007 PPO Plan Standards and Guidelines Web-based

Survey Tool for the Accreditation of PPO Plans
The Survey Tool includes all information needed to prepare and submit materials for an NCQA survey. Organizations applying for accreditation must complete the Survey Tool and submit it to NCQA to begin the survey process.

For web-based products, NCQA does not make any commitments with respect to the use or performance of the Software and Services with browsers other than Netscape 6.0 or higher, or MS Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher. Please review the license agreement for web-based tools prior to purchase.

Note: Use of the Survey Tool is required for organizations preparing for an accreditation survey.

Please contact NCQA Customer Support prior to purchasing the Survey Tool, if your organization is planning a MCO/PPO multiple product survey to see if you qualify for a discount.

2008 HP Survey Tool (Effective 7/1/08)

2007 PPO Plan Survey Tool (Effective 7/1/07 - 6/30/08)

Application for Accreditation of Health Plans

This application provides all materials required to apply for an NCQA Accreditation survey and includes pricing information, policies and procedures and the survey agreement.

2008 Health Plan and MA Application
Item #10013-150-08
Price: Free