(1) When the plan cannot be completed and submitted to the department within ninety calendar days (see WAC 296-19A-092), the vocational rehabilitation provider seeking an extension must submit a written request to the department for state fund claims or the self-insured employer. The vocational rehabilitation provider must continue working on plan development while the department evaluates the extension request.

(2) The written request for an extension must:

(a) Explain why there is good cause for an extension, with supporting documentation;

(b) Specify the number of additional calendar days requested to complete plan development; and

(c) Identify any anticipated barriers to the completion of plan development.