Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Program may not require prior authorization for a transfer to a special pediatric hospital. At the request of a special pediatric hospital, the Program and the Maryland Children’s Health Program shall provide a prior authorization determination regarding a transfer to a special pediatric hospital within 3 business days after the request is received. On or before December 31, 2026, the Department shall adopt regulations establishing a retrospective review process for special pediatric hospitals. The regulations adopted under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall: Provide for a peer–to–peer reconsideration of a medical necessity determination made by the Department or its agent on request of a pediatric specialty hospital; Provide for retrospective review of any medical necessity determination issued by the Department or its agent denying: Admission to a special pediatric hospital on or after January 1, 2025; or Reimbursement for inpatient services or outpatient services provided by a special pediatric hospital on or after January 1, 2025; Comply with Title 10, Subtitle 2 of the State Government Article; and Provide that the retrospective review process be conducted by a licensed physician.