Upon such review, the panel, by majority vote, may conclude in favor of the applicant to the effect that the applicant's qualifications to practice a licensed profession based upon a prior disciplinary history are adequate, thereby fulfilling the licensure, endorsement, or permit requirement, and the applicant and the director of the Division of Professional Licensing Services shall be notified of such conclusion by the Office of Professional Discipline. If, upon such review, the panel concludes, by a majority vote, that a substantial question exists as to the applicant's qualifications to practice a licensed profession based upon his or her prior disciplinary history, the applicant shall be notified thereof. Upon the written request of the applicant, within 30 days after receipt of such notice, the department shall schedule a hearing on such question.