Difference between revisions of "PBJ Licensing"
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| − | '''Question:''' | + | '''Question:''' Do I have to use the SBV software for my PBJ submissions? |
| − | '''Answer:''' | + | '''Answer:''' There is absolutely no obligation for you to use SBV for your PBJ submissions. The use of our PBJ module is completely optional. We are not the only software vendor providing PBJ file creation. Other vendors that we know of that are providing PBJ are [https://www.ezpbj.com EzPBJ], [https://abilitynetwork.com/services/pbj-2/ Ability] and [http://www.primecaretech.com/pbjreporting Prime Care]. |
'''Question:''' I already have the PBJ module in my software, why do I now need to purchase it? | '''Question:''' I already have the PBJ module in my software, why do I now need to purchase it? | ||
| − | '''Answer:''' SBV allowed you to use the PBJ module to create PBJ data for 2016. This was to allow you to test the module and decide if our PBJ solution was what you want | + | '''Answer:''' SBV allowed you to use the PBJ module to create PBJ data for 2016. This was to allow you to test the module and decide if our PBJ solution was what you want to use going forward. If you wish to continue to use the PBJ module for 2017 data then you need to acquire a license. |
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'''Answer:''' There is a one time up front fee and then a recurring annual fee due after 12 months. The annual fee due 1/1/18 will be the same amount as the one time fee shown on your invoice. For example, if your invoice is for $1,800 then your annual fee due on 1/1/18 will also be for $1,800. | '''Answer:''' There is a one time up front fee and then a recurring annual fee due after 12 months. The annual fee due 1/1/18 will be the same amount as the one time fee shown on your invoice. For example, if your invoice is for $1,800 then your annual fee due on 1/1/18 will also be for $1,800. | ||
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| + | '''Question:''' Why is the pricing the same every year and not reduced after the initial purchase? | ||
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| + | '''Answer:''' The pricing is a flat ongoing amount for a few reasons. The PBJ specifications are likely to change and keeping your software updated to the latest specifications is part of the PBJ licensing. In 2016 the PBJ specifications changed and all clients required updating twice within a few months. Also, we found in 2016 that support for PBJ related questions was required after any submission that was not accepted by CMS. We anticipate that increased support will always be created by the PBJ submission process. | ||
'''Question:''' If I decide to use another vendor, what will happen with my software and invoice. | '''Question:''' If I decide to use another vendor, what will happen with my software and invoice. | ||
| − | '''Answer:''' You will not be able to create a file for 2017 PBJ data until you have purchased a PBJ license. Your software will continue to work as is but the PBJ specific parts of the software will stop displaying. If you choose to not license our PBJ module, your PBJ invoice will be voided on 2/ | + | '''Answer:''' You will not be able to create a file for 2017 PBJ data until you have purchased a PBJ license. Your software will continue to work as is but the PBJ specific parts of the software will stop displaying. If you choose to not license our PBJ module, your PBJ invoice will be voided on 2/15/16. You do not need to contact SBV. |
Revision as of 03:38, 26 December 2016
Payroll Based Journal (PBJ) Licensing
The PBJ module was added to the SBV software in 2016. Here are some common questions along with the answers regarding the PBJ licensing and any invoice you may have received for the PBJ module.
Question: Do I have to use the SBV software for my PBJ submissions?
Answer: There is absolutely no obligation for you to use SBV for your PBJ submissions. The use of our PBJ module is completely optional. We are not the only software vendor providing PBJ file creation. Other vendors that we know of that are providing PBJ are EzPBJ, Ability and Prime Care.
Question: I already have the PBJ module in my software, why do I now need to purchase it?
Answer: SBV allowed you to use the PBJ module to create PBJ data for 2016. This was to allow you to test the module and decide if our PBJ solution was what you want to use going forward. If you wish to continue to use the PBJ module for 2017 data then you need to acquire a license.
Question: I thought that I had already licensed the PBJ module at the time that I became a client.
Answer: Your software license agreement will fall under one of 3 categories:
- There is no mention of the PBJ module but your license agreement will have wording such as New modules, if created, are automatically excluded from the product unless a new agreement is made between SBV and ...
- The PBJ module is listed under one of the modules that are NOT licensed
- The PBJ module is listed under one of the modules that is licensed. If your license agreement says this then you already have the PBJ license.
Unless your contract explicitly states that you have licensed the PBJ module, you will need to purchase a license for the PBJ module to continue to use it for 2017 data.
Question: Is this a one time fee or is there a recurring fee?
Answer: There is a one time up front fee and then a recurring annual fee due after 12 months. The annual fee due 1/1/18 will be the same amount as the one time fee shown on your invoice. For example, if your invoice is for $1,800 then your annual fee due on 1/1/18 will also be for $1,800.
Question: Why is the pricing the same every year and not reduced after the initial purchase?
Answer: The pricing is a flat ongoing amount for a few reasons. The PBJ specifications are likely to change and keeping your software updated to the latest specifications is part of the PBJ licensing. In 2016 the PBJ specifications changed and all clients required updating twice within a few months. Also, we found in 2016 that support for PBJ related questions was required after any submission that was not accepted by CMS. We anticipate that increased support will always be created by the PBJ submission process.
Question: If I decide to use another vendor, what will happen with my software and invoice.
Answer: You will not be able to create a file for 2017 PBJ data until you have purchased a PBJ license. Your software will continue to work as is but the PBJ specific parts of the software will stop displaying. If you choose to not license our PBJ module, your PBJ invoice will be voided on 2/15/16. You do not need to contact SBV.
Question: I want a discount because of (insert your reason here)?
Answer: Please get pricing from other vendors before contacting us to discuss pricing.
