①If the Japan Pension Service performs dispositions for arrears, etc., it must obtain the authorization of the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare in advance, and must have a collection officer perform it in accordance with the regulations for the implementation of the disposition for delinquency, etc. prescribed in paragraph (1) of the following Article.

②The collection officer under the preceding paragraph is appointed by the president of the Japan Pension Service, with the authorization of the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare, from among the employees of the Japan Pension Service who have knowledge of the laws and regulations concerning dispositions for arrears, etc., and the knowledge and ability necessary for the practical work.

③If the Japan Pension Service has performed dispositions for arrears, etc., it must promptly report the result to the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare, as specified by Order of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.