8. F. BOARD ACTION 8. F. 1. Final Decision of the Board:
( a) Within thirty( 30) days after the Board( i) considers the appeal as a review panel,( ii) receives a recommendation from a separate review panel, or( iii) receives the hearing panel’ s report and recommendation when no appeal has been requested, the Board will consider the matter and take final action.
( b) The Board may review any information that it deems relevant, including, but not limited to, the findings and recommendations of the MEC, hearing panel, and review panel( if applicable).
( c) The Board may adopt, modify, or reverse any recommendation it receives or refer the matter for further review and recommendation to any individual or committee. Consistent with its ultimate legal authority for the operation of the Hospital and the quality of care provided, the Board may also make its own decision.
( d) The Board will render its final decision in writing, including the basis for its decision. The final decision will be sent by special notice to the individual. A copy will also be provided to the Chief of Staff.
( e) Except where the matter is referred by the Board for further review, the final decision of the Board will be effective immediately and will not be subject to further review.
8. F. 2. Right to One Hearing and One Appeal Only:
No individual will be entitled to more than one( 1) hearing and one( 1) appeal on any matter.
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