Understanding Your HIPAA Compliance Audit Cost
What's the real HIPAA compliance audit cost? Our guide breaks down key price drivers, hidden expenses, and actionable strategies to help you budget effectively.
Last updated: April 2026
CBIZ (formerly Marcum LLP) is a national SOC 2 audit firm in New York, NY, USA that charges $40K–$100K for Type II audits with 4–9 month timelines. Founded in 1951, they hold 9 accreditations and specialize in Technology, Healthcare, Financial Services, and 3 more. Their pricing is in the mid-range compared to the national average of $39.286K–$120K.
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certifications (tier avg: 9)
| CBIZ (formerly Marcum LLP) | Schellman | Drummond Group | IS Partners | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type II Cost | $40K–$100K | $20K–$100K | $50K–$150K | $50K–$150K |
| Type I Cost | $25K–$50K | $15K–$30K | $35K–$100K | $35K–$100K |
| Timeline | 4–9 mo | 3–12 mo | 4–16 mo | 8–16 mo |
| Team Size | 10000-11000 | 500–700 | 500–2000 | 500–2000 |
| Certifications | 9 | 14 | 7 | 18 |
| Founded | 1951 | 2002 | 1999 | 2010 |
Mid-market to enterprise companies, organizations requiring multiple locations/subsidiaries, companies needing Big Four quality without Big Four pricing
7th-largest US accounting firm created from CBIZ acquisition of Marcum (Nov 2024) with combined $2.8B revenue and 10,000+ employees across 160+ locations. Risk Advisory practice with staff holding CISA/CISSP/QSA/GPEN/GWAPT certifications, extensive SOC 1/2/3 experience, CSA STAR certified auditor. CBIZ provides finance, advisory, insurance services; attest work handled by Mayer Hoffman McCann (MHM CPAs)
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6 industries — National average: 8
9 certifications — National average: 9
Enterprise audit methodology
CBIZ (formerly Marcum LLP) SOC 2 Type I audits typically range from $25K to $50K. Type II audits range from $40K to $100K. This is in the mid-range for national firms — the national tier average is $39.286K–$120K. Final pricing depends on your organization's scope, number of trust service criteria, and system complexity.
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