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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
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Title 45 - Public Welfare |
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Subtitle A - Department of Health and Human Services |
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SubChapter C - Administrative Data Standards and Related Requirements |
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Part 160 - General Administrative Requirements |
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Subpart E - Procedures for Hearings |
§ 160.564 - ALJ decision.
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(a) The ALJ must issue a decision, based only on the record, which must contain findings of fact and conclusions of law.
(b) The ALJ may affirm, increase, or reduce the penalties imposed by the Secretary.
(c) The ALJ must issue the decision to both parties within 60 days after the time for submission of post-hearing briefs and reply briefs, if permitted, has expired. If the ALJ fails to meet the deadline contained in this paragraph, he or she must notify the parties of the reason for the delay and set a new deadline.
(d) The ALJ's decision is the final decision of the Secretary.