Section 52.61. Provider cessation of services

(a) If a provider is no longer able or willing to provide services, the provider shall perform the following:

(1) Send written notification to each participant, the Department and other providers with which the provider works that the provider is ceasing services at least 30 days prior to the provider ceasing services.

(2) Notify licensing or certifying entities as required.

(3) Send the Department a copy of the notification sent to a participant and service providers as required under paragraph (1). If the provider uses a general notification for all participants or service providers, a single copy of the notification is acceptable.

(4) Cooperate with the Department, new providers of services and participants with transition planning to ensure the participant’s continuity of care.

(b) If the provider fails to notify the Department as specified in subsection (a), the provider shall forfeit payment for each day that the notice is overdue until the notice is issued.