Collection of civil money penalties imposed by CMS
(a)When a Part D plan sponsor does not request a hearing…#
(a) When a Part D plan sponsor does not request a hearing CMS initiates collection of the civil money penalty following the expiration of the timeframe for requesting an ALJ hearing as specified in subpart T.
(b)If a Part D sponsor requests a hearing and CMS'…#
(b) If a Part D sponsor requests a hearing and CMS' decision to impose a civil money penalty is upheld, CMS may initiate collection of the civil money penalty once the administrative decision is final.