If the dispute is not resolved within the time period prescribed by Section 10089.72, the insurer shall notify the department of the failure, and may include the reason for the failure. The insurer shall, within the time period prescribed by Section 10089.72, notify the department of its position if it believes that the dispute is not eligible for the mediation program.
(Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 727, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 2002.)