Each private home care provider for which a license has been issued shall be inspected by the department periodically; provided, however, the department may exempt a provider from inspections if it is certified or accredited by a certification or accreditation entity recognized and 400 31-7-305 approved by the department. A provider seeking exemption from inspection shall be required to submit to the department documentation of certification or accreditation, including a copy of its most recent certification or accreditation report. History. — Code 1981, § 31-7-303, enacted by Ga. L. 1994, p. 959, § 1. 31-7-304. Fees.