Section 2060.305  Rule Exception Requests

a)         Licensed organizations may submit a request to DHS/SUPR for an exception to any Section of this Part that is not statutorily mandated; however, to maintain uniformity in service delivery, DHS/SUPR will endeavor to keep such exceptions to a minimum.  Additionally, all rule exceptions are not permanent and may be time limited with an expiration date.

b)         Requests shall be made in writing by the authorized organization representative to the Director of DHS/SUPR.  The request for an exception shall indicate the specific rationale for the exception and supporting documentation, if applicable, and must include a time-limited corrective action plan that will remove the need for the exception.

c)         Prior to granting any exception, DHS/SUPR shall consider the following factors: the organization's service population and size, barriers to access if the exception is not granted, the type of services, impact on client/patient/resident well-being if the exception is not granted, the geographic location of the organization, the accreditation status of the organization, and an DHS/SUPR designation of good standing with all applicable State and federal rules and all regulations set herein.

d)         Exceptions are at the sole discretion of DHS/SUPR and the decision of the Director is final.

e)         DHS/SUPR may revoke any exception when the circumstances for the exception no longer exist or when any conditions imposed for the exception are not implemented or met by the organization or are subsequently prohibited by State or federal statute.

f)         The organization shall notify DHS/SUPR in writing within 10 calendar days after its determination that the exception is no longer needed.