If the supplier or other party requests a hearing under Sec. 424.82(e)(2)--
(a) The hearing is conducted--
(1) By a CMS hearing official who was not involved in the decision to revoke; and
(2) In accordance with the procedures set forth in Secs. 405.824 through 405.833 (but excepting Sec. 405.832(d)) and 405.860 through 405.872 of this chapter. In applying those procedures, ``CMS'' is substituted for ``carrier''; and ``hearing official'', for ``hearing officer''.
(b) As soon as practicable after the close of the hearing, the official who conducted it issues a hearing decision that--
(1) Is based on all the evidence presented at the hearing and included in the hearing record; and
(2) Contains findings of fact and a statement of reasons.