The examination or tests to determine whether a member is disabled under section 17901 are governed as follows.
1. Agreed upon medical provider. The examination or tests must be conducted by a qualified medical provider mutually agreed upon by the chief executive officer and member claiming to be disabled.
2. Agreed upon place. The examination or tests shall be conducted at a place mutually agreed upon by the chief executive officer and member claiming to be disabled.
3. Costs. The costs incurred under subsections 1 and 2 shall be paid by the retirement system.