(a) Applications for modification may be reviewed at an informal settlement conference empaneled by staff or Board members. The panel shall make a recommendation to the Board concerning the application.(b) The Board, in its discretion, may accept or reject the panel's recommendation to grant or deny the application or modify the original findings to reflect changed circumstances.(c) If the application for modification is denied by the Board, a subsequent application may not be considered by the Board until twelve (12) months from the date of denial of the previous application.(d) A person applying for modification of a Board Order has the burden of proof.(e) The Board may give notice to any patient or other party involved in any allegation for which application for modification is received by the Board.