The QIO's specific recommendation must be based on documentation provided to the OIG showing its consideration of -
(a) The type of offense involved;
(b) The severity of the offense;
(c) The deterrent value;
(d) The practitioner's or other person's previous sanction record;
(e) The availability of alternative sources of services in the community; and
(f) Any other factors that the QIO considers relevant, such as the duration of the problem.