ARSD 20:06:53:25. Director's determination of eligibility for expedited reviews

The director may determine that a request is eligible for external review and under § 20:06:53:12 notwithstanding a health carrier's initial determination that the request is ineligible and require that it be referred for external review. In making a determination under this section, the director's decision is made in accordance with the terms of the covered person's health benefit plan and is subject to all applicable provisions of this chapter.