Iowa Admin. Code r. 641-144.7 - Temporary waivers
(1) If
during a period of authorization there is some occurrence that temporarily
causes a service program to be in noncompliance with these rules, the
department may grant a temporary waiver. Temporary waivers from these rules
(not to exceed six months in length per any approved request) may be granted by
the department to a currently authorized service program . Requests for
temporary waivers shall apply only to the service program requesting the
temporary waiver and shall apply only to those requirements and standards for
which the department is responsible.
(2) To request a waiver, the service program
shall:
a. Notify the department verbally (as
soon as possible) of the need to request a temporary waiver. Submit to the
department , within ten days after having given verbal notification to the
department , a written explanation for the temporary waiver request. The address
and telephone number are Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of Emergency
Medical Services , Lucas State Office Building, Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0075;
(515)725-0326.
b. Cite the rule
from which the temporary waiver is requested.
c. State why compliance with the rule cannot
be maintained.
d. Explain the
alternative arrangements that have been or will be made regarding the temporary
waiver request.
e. Estimate the
period of time for which the temporary waiver will be
needed.
(3) Upon
notification of a request for a temporary waiver, the department shall
consider, but shall not be limited to the following:
a. Examining the rule from which the
temporary waiver is requested to determine if the request is appropriate and
reasonable.
b. Evaluating the
alternative arrangements that have been or will be made regarding the temporary
waiver request.
c. Examining the
effect of the requested temporary waiver upon the level of care provided to the
general populace served.
d.
Requesting additional information if necessary.
(4) Preliminary approval or denial shall be
provided verbally within 24 hours. Final approval or denial shall be issued in
writing within ten days after department receipt of the written explanation for
the temporary waiver request and shall include the reason for approval or
denial. If approval is granted, the effective date and the duration of the
temporary waiver shall be clearly stated.
(5) Any request for appeal concerning the
denial of a request for temporary waiver shall be in accordance with the
procedures outlined in rule
641-144.6 (147A).
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