CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Organization of Teratology Information Specialists and Affiliate ("the Organization") respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the report dated August 16, 2023. Name and address of independent public accounting ...
CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Organization of Teratology Information Specialists and Affiliate ("the Organization") respectfully submits the following corrective action plan for the report dated August 16, 2023. Name and address of independent public accounting firm: BBD, LLP 1835 Market Street, 3rd Floor Philadelphia, PA, 19103 Audit period: January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022 The findings from the December 31, 2022 schedule of findings and questioned costs are discussed below. The findings are numbered consistently with the number assigned in the schedule. Significant Deficiency in Internal Controls over Compliance Finding 2022-001 ? Management?s financial accounting did not submit December 31, 2021 reporting package within the required timeframe. 2022-001 Recommendation: The Organization of Teratology Information Specialists should develop a reporting package timeline and submit the required documents within the earlier of 30 calendar days after receipt of the audit or nine months after the end of the audit period. Action Taken: We concur with the recommendation and will establish procedures to ensure all financial reports are submitted within set deadlines. Date of Completion: August 16, 2023 If the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has questions regarding this plan, please call Elizabeth Wasternack, Executive Director, at 615-649-3082. Sincerely, Elizabeth Wasternack Executive Director