(a) This article shall be implemented only to the extent that any necessary federal approvals have been obtained and federal financial participation is available and not otherwise jeopardized. (b) (1) The department may modify any methodology or other provision specified in this article to the extent it deems necessary to meet the requirements of federal law or regulations, to obtain or maintain federal approval, or to ensure federal financial participation is available or is not otherwise jeopardized, if the modification does not violate the spirit, purposes, and intent of this article. (2) If the department determines that a modification is necessary pursuant to paragraph (1), the department shall consult with interested FQHCs and principal health plans to the extent practicable. (3) In the event of a modification made pursuant to this subdivision, the department shall notify affected FQHCs, principal health plans, the Joint Legislative Budget Committee, and the relevant policy and fiscal committees of the Legislature within 10 business days of the modification.
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