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To get started with the
Setoff Debt Collection and/or the GEAR Collection program:
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The
governing body of your county, hospital, special purpose
district, or other political subdivision must pass a
resolution authorizing the South Carolina
Association of Counties to act as your claimant agent in
the collection of delinquent debts.
(Click here for a sample
Setoff/GEAR resolution.) |
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Send a
Letter From Your Attorney addressing the claimant
agency’s eligibility to participate in these debt
collection programs.
(Click here for a
sample Attorney Letter.) |
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Sign a
Memorandum of Understanding and Agreement between
your entity and the South Carolina Association of
Counties outlining the duties and responsibilities of
each party. If you are processing medical related
debts, you also need to sign a HIPAA Addendum.
(Click here to download a
copy of the MUA for
Setoff Debt,
GEAR,
HIPAA Addendum.) |
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Complete
the Participation Form for your county, hospital,
special purpose district, or other political
subdivision. Complete the Appointment of Hearing
Officer form, which identifies the Hearing Officer
who will fulfill the duties outlined in §12-56-65. All
entities must submit these forms in order to participate
in the coming year.
(Click here to download a
copy of the
Participation Form,
Hearing Officer Form.) |
Copies of these forms/documents must be
faxed or mailed to SCAC. Once this paperwork is received, SCAC will
assign the entity an entity code and provide the entity free software
for compiling and managing debt data.
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