(1) The appellant may withdraw a formal administrative hearing for any reason, and at any time, by contacting the health care authority (HCA) hearing representative who will coordinate the withdrawal with the hearing officer.

(2) The request for withdrawal must generally be made in writing. An oral withdrawal by the appellant is permitted during a formal administrative hearing when both the hearing officer and HCA hearing representative are present.

(3) After a withdrawal request is received, the hearing officer must cancel any scheduled hearings and enter and serve a written order dismissing the case.