"Expedited Fair Hearing" means a fair hearing as defined in Section 1810.216.6 to be used when the mental health plan determines or the beneficiary and/or the beneficiary's provider certifies that that following the timeframe for a fair hearing as established in Title 42, Code of Federal Regulations, Section 431.244(f)(1) would seriously jeopardize the beneficiary's life, health, or ability to attain, maintain, or regain maximum function.
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 9, § 1810.216.4
Note: Authority: Section 14680, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Sections 10950- 10965 and 14684, Welfare and Institutions Code; and Title 42, Code of Federal Regulations, Sections 438.410(a), 431.244 and Part 438, Subpart F.