Short Answer

Yes, an auditee can cancel or reschedule a scheduled RBA audit; however, cancellation and rescheduling policies include specific timelines and fees.

Policy Overview

According to the RBA Audit Agreement, cancellation or rescheduling is permitted under certain conditions. The applicable fees depend on how far in advance the request is made relative to the scheduled audit date.

Cancellation and Rescheduling Rules

More than 20 business days before the scheduled audit date

• No penalty
• Cancellation or rescheduling can be done at no cost.

16 to 20 business days before the scheduled audit date

• Fee: 20% of agreed auditor labor cost
• Plus all documented, reasonably incurred audit expenses (including travel) and $500 for RBA administration.

0 to 15 business days before the scheduled audit date

• Fee: Full auditor labor cost
• Plus all documented, reasonably incurred audit expenses and $500 for RBA administration.

Rescheduling 16 to 20 business days before the scheduled audit date

• Same as cancellation: 20% of labor cost + expenses + admin fee.

Rescheduling 0 to 15 business days before the scheduled audit date

• Full auditor labor cost + expenses + $350 for RBA administration.

Denied access or canceled on the audit date

• Full RBA cost + all documented expenses + $350 for administration.

Important Notes

• The day of cancellation and the day of audit are not included in determining the number of business days remaining.
• Fees cover labor costs, travel, and administrative expenses.
• If a third-party payer is listed, the auditee remains responsible for all associated cancellation or rescheduling fees.

Best Practice

If you anticipate changes, notify RBA as early as possible to avoid penalties. Requests made more than 20 business days in advance incur no cost.