(a) The composition of the 13-member governing body of the commission, as prescribed in Section 14087.961, shall be subject to alteration upon a two-thirds vote of the full membership of the governing body, if the action is also concurred in by an affirmative vote of at least four members of the board of supervisors; provided, however, no change in the composition of the governing board shall result in the elimination of representation by the county, private physicians, hospitals, and other providers, clinics, or consumers and consumer advocates.
(b) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), no governing body member shall be removed except as provided in Section 14087.964.