Sec. 2. A provider must file the application with the division not more than forty-five (45) days after the person has been released or discharged from the hospital, unless the person is medically unable and the next of kin or legal representative is unavailable.

As added by P.L.120-2002, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.255-2003, SEC.26; P.L.145-2005, SEC.9; P.L.212-2007, SEC.14; P.L.218-2007, SEC.25.