How to Record OCONUS Deployment Physicals
Recording the medical exam and screening costs required for personnel deploying outside the contiguous United States (OCONUS) for government contracts.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fringe Benefits - Employee Medical Exams | Debit | 1,200.00 | - |
| Accounts Payable | Credit | - | 1,200.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Medical screenings required by contract terms (such as MOD 17 or specific theater entry requirements) are allowable fringe benefit costs or direct contract costs depending on the disclosure statement.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Link these costs to the specific employee record and the associated contract if they are treated as direct costs.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Discrepancy between the number of deployments and the number of physicals billed; charges for non-deploying family members.
📄 Required Documentation
Contractual requirement for theater entry, medical provider invoice, and deployment orders/authorization.
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