1 year rule for Networks?

[wsrman]

I see the Networks (the two biggest) won't approve a business as a preferred shop until 1 year.

Is there any way around this? I've worked for another company on and off for a couple of years. Does that count or does my business (which I'm starting) have to be in their system for a year?

What about an established company that was not doing insurance work but wants to get into it now...how does the one year deal work in that case?

[t4k]

You may need to contact them direct to get the answer. That way, if you have any questions they can answer them while you are on the phone.

[Eco Steam]

You may want to consider using a 3rd party company that does the EDI processing, a few of these companies will actually get you setup with SGC and Lynx. I didn't do it this way, but it could be a loophole you could consider for the time being.

ATX

[wsrman]

You may want to consider using a 3rd party company that does the EDI processing, a few of these companies will actually get you setup with SGC and Lynx. I didn't do it this way, but it could be a loophole you could consider for the time being.

ATX

I've been researching that as well but confused on one thing. Does the time with the "3rd party company" count toward the year according to SCG and Lynx or would it be like starting over?

I've read conflicting posts through my searches, so wondering if anyone knows for sure.

[clearquest]

I like that qualification by SGC. In an industry that seems to be full of unqualified hacks, it certainly helps put experienced techs, in place.

[t4k]

I like that qualification by SGC. In an industry that seems to be full of unqualified hacks, it certainly helps put experienced techs, in place.

That is a very good point!