(1) The panel may be audited by or at the direction of the legislative auditor in accordance with the powers and duties set forth in 5-13-304 and 5-13-309. Any audit that is conducted by the legislative auditor under 5-13-411 must include a determination of the adequacy, sufficiency, and reasonableness of the annual surcharge or assessment provided for in 27-6-206.
(2) A copy of each audit report of the panel must be furnished to the supreme court.
(3) The cost of any audit of the panel performed pursuant to this section must be paid by the panel.