Section 51048.8 - Termination of a Provider(a) The Department may terminate certification of a skilled nursing facility or intermediate care facility provider prior to the expiration date of the certification upon those grounds specified in Welfare and Institutions Code, Section 14123, for the suspension and temporary suspension of a provider from the medical assistance program or as specified in subdivision (b).(b) A final decision which terminates the certification of a skilled nursing facility or intermediate care facility provider prior to the expiration date of the certification which is entered under the Medicare review procedures specified in Section 51048.1 is binding and effective immediately for purposes of Medi-Cal participation and such final decision shall constitute a finding that the termination is necessary to protect the public welfare or the interest of the medical assistance program.(c) Proceedings to terminate a certification shall be conducted according to Government Code, Section 11500, et seq.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 51048.8
Note: Authority cited: Sections 10725 and 14124.6, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Section 14123, Welfare and Institutions Code.