Sec. 759.3. Changes in existing program

(a) Applications for approval of changes in the program, including but not limited to substantial changes in the physical plant, space and utilization thereof, the extent and type of services provided, and the program's registrant capacity, must be submitted to the department in writing and must conform to the provisions of Part 710 of this Title.

(b) Written requests for additional program sessions must be based on the number and need of registrants and be approved by the department.

(c) An operator may not discontinue the operation of services to registrants without:

(1) receiving written approval from the commissioner in accordance with Part 710 of this Title. The application to discontinue services must set forth the specific intended date of discontinuance and the intended plans for alternate services to registrants; and

(2) notifying each registrant and coordinating with the registrant’s managed care organization, care coordination model, or primary care physician regarding the development of suitable plans for alternate services for each registrant.

(d) The operator must notify the department of the program’s election of the unbundled services/payment option in writing 30 days before commencement of this option.