Code of Maine Rules
90 - INDEPENDENT AGENCIES
590 - MAINE HEALTH DATA ORGANIZATION
Chapter 241 - UNIFORM REPORTING SYSTEM FOR HOSPITAL INPATIENT DATA SETS AND HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT DATA SETS
Section 590-241-6 - Extension or Waiver to Data Submission Requirements

If a hospital, due to circumstances beyond its control, is temporarily unable to meet the terms and conditions of this chapter, a written request must be made to the Compliance Officer of the MHDO as soon as it is practicable after the hospital has determined that an extension or waiver is required. The written request shall include: the specific requirement to be extended or waived; an explanation of the cause; the methodology proposed to eliminate the necessity of the extension or waiver; and the time frame required to come into compliance. If the Compliance Officer does not approve the requested extension or waiver, the hospital making the request may submit a written request appealing the decision to the MHDO Board. The appeal shall be heard by the MHDO Board at the next regularly scheduled meeting following receipt of the request at the MHDO.