(a) A member may re-enroll in the program without residing in an institution for the six months prior if:

• (1) the necessity for the institutionalization is documented in the revised individual transition plan; and
• (2) the member can safely return to the community as determined by the transition coordinator, the member and the transition planning team.

(b) The member remains eligible during hospitalization and convalescent care periods as long as the stay does not exceed six months.