Section 2905.50  Renewals and Appeals

a)         If a renewal application and fee are not received prior to the renewal date, the registration will automatically expire and the utilization review organization must re-register and pay a fee pursuant to Sections 2905.20 and 2905.30 of this Part in order to conduct utilization review for workers' compensation services as provided by Section 8.7 of the Workers' Compensation Act [820 ILCS 305/8.7].

b)         If an application for registration or renewal is denied under this Part, the applicant may appeal that denial by requesting a hearing under the terms of Article 10 of the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act [5 ILCS 100/Art. 10] and 50 Ill. Adm. Code 2402. A petition for hearing must be postmarked no later than 30 days from the date of initial denial.  A hearing shall be scheduled within 45 days after the petition is filed with the Director.  A decision by the Director shall be rendered within 60 days after the close of the hearing.