A person who fails to renew a license may be reinstated if they apply within how many years after the expiration?

In Indiana, if a person fails to renew their health facility administrator license, they have a specific timeframe within which they can apply for reinstatement without having to retake the entire examination or complete additional education requirements. The correct timeframe is three years after the license has expired. This policy is designed to provide a reasonable period for license holders who may have inadvertently allowed their license to lapse to return to practice without facing excessive barriers.

After the three-year mark, the opportunity for reinstatement under these conditions typically ceases, and individuals may then face reinstatement regulations that could include retaking the examination or fulfilling additional educational prerequisites. This provision helps to maintain professional standards while also giving individuals the chance to retain their professional credentials if they act promptly upon realizing their license has expired.