Section 182-502A-0801. Program integrity—Dispute resolution process.

(1) An entity may object to a draft audit report or preliminary review notice. The objection must:

(a) Be in writing;

(b) State each objection and identify why the entity thinks the finding is incorrect;

(c) Present supporting evidence;

(d) State the relief sought; and

(e) Be received by the agency within thirty calendar days of the date the entity received the draft audit report or preliminary review notice.

(2) The objection may include a request for a dispute resolution conference (DRC).

(a) If the agency grants the entity's request for a DRC, the DRC must occur within sixty calendar days of the date the entity received the agency's written acceptance of the request for a DRC.

(b) At least five business days before the DRC, the entity must notify the agency of who will attend the DRC on the entity's behalf.

(3) Following the timely submission of a written objection under subsection (1) of this section and completion of any DRC, the agency will address in writing each written objection raised by the entity.

(4) The agency may terminate the dispute resolution process and issue a final audit report or notice of improper payment if the entity fails to timely object under subsection (1) of this section.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 41.05.021 and 41.05.160. WSR 15-01-129, § 182-502A-0801, filed 12/19/14, effective 1/19/15.]

RCW 41.05.021 and 41.05.160. WSR 15-01-129, § 182-502A-0801, filed 12/19/14, effective 1/19/15.