OAR 409-036-0100: Suspension or Waiver of Minimum Service Obligation

(1) The Authority may agree to suspend a participating provider’s service obligation for a specified time under circumstances it deems appropriate, including, but not limited to parental leave, medical leave, military service leave, or other factors beyond a provider’s control. (2) A participant requesting a temporary suspension of minimum service obligation must complete a Request for Temporary Suspension form, located on the Office Website, citing the reasons for such request and providing supporting documentation of the circumstances. The eligible provider must submit the written request to the Office 30 days prior to the change occurring, for submission and approval by the Authority. (3) The Authority may temporarily suspend all or part of the provider’s minimum service obligation, as outlined in these rules and the provider’s contract with the Authority, under the following circumstances: (a) Removal from the employment site due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the provider’s control; parental leave; closure of Qualified Practice Site; unforeseen life event beyond the provider’s control; or (b) Provider agrees to execute a contract amendment reflecting the terms of suspension and updated incentives disbursement. (4) The Authority may waive all or part of the minimum service obligation under the following circumstances: (a) Death of the participant, upon receipt of copy of a valid death certificate or other written documentation acceptable to the Authority; (b) Medically verified, total and permanent disability of the participant; or (c) Other significant changes in life circumstances of the participant.