The Department may request peer review of provider claims or practices by medical, pharmaceutical or other professional associations or societies. The recommendations of the peer review body to the Department shall be advisory but shall be carefully considered by the Department.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 14105 and 14124.5, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Sections 14132 and 14133, Welfare and Institutions Code.

History

1. New section filed 11-28-75; designated effective 1-1-76 (Register 75, No. 48).

2. Repealer and new section filed 5-15-81; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 81, No. 20).