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Founded in 1995, Acumen Fiscal Agent is one of the largest and most established full-service fiscal management service providers in the U.S. focused on supporting those who choose self-directed care. For information contact us at (877) 211-3738. We provide fiscal agent services throughout the United States.

Populations We Serve

  • Individuals with developmental disabilities
  • Individuals with intellectual disabilities
  • Individuals with physical disabilities
  • Individuals with brain injuries
  • Aging adults
  • Veterans

New to Fiscal Management Services?

If you’re new to fiscal management services, it’s helpful to understand the terminology in our industry.

Important NOTE: Self-directed services means that participants, or their representatives if applicable, have decision-making authority over certain services and take direct responsibility to manage their services with the assistance of a system of available supports. You in the following descriptions is inclusive and refers to the participant and/or designated representatives.

Terminology Defined

Acumen

The fiscal agent that helps you manage employer‑related financial and other responsibilities pertaining to your self‑directed services. Acumen is not the employer.

Authorization

Documentation that specifies approved services, service codes, and number of units, hours, or dollars for delivery of goods and services included in the Plan of Care.

Case Manager / Support Coordinator

Person assigned by the program to work with you and facilitate details of your self‑directed program (titles may vary by program).

Employee

Direct care employees are the people who work for you and provide services to the participant.

Employer

Person who hires and supervises staff to provide services to the participant. The employer may also be the participant.

EVV

Electronic Visit Verification is used to track, as required by law, the time a caregiver spends caring for a participant.

Fiscal Agent / Fiscal Intermediary

(Acumen) provides payroll processing, tax services, vendor payments, and other administrative functions authorized by the funding program.

Participant

Person receiving services authorized by the funding program. The participant may also be the employer.

Payment / Payroll Services

Employee‑related payments and processing.

Vendor Services

Vendor‑related payments and processing.

Plan of Care

Plan you create with your case manager/support coordinator to determine the participant’s goals and how to meet them, based on the participant’s preferences, choices, and abilities. It includes the number, type, and duration of approved goods and services.

Program Administrator / Funding Source

Entity that manages the program and/or waiver funding.

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Why Choose Us

  • One of the largest, most experienced fiscal management entities in the U.S.
  • We prioritize service above self and always work to exceed expectations.
  • Service support based on in-depth understanding of each type of disability.
  • We provide an individualized and personal level of service, through an agent-based model that is tailored to each participant’s needs.
  • National company with a local presence.
  • State-of-the-art technology, provided through Direct Care Innovation, that meets state and federal requirements including Electronic Visit Verification.

Discover Fiscal Services

Are you a participant ready to explore self-directed support options? As a fiscal intermediary, Acumen is here to assist. Call (877) 211-3738. We provide fiscal services throughout the United States. See our Documents and FAQ pages for more information.