Upon denial of an application for licensure, or the issuance of an order pursuant to Section 1385.0013 disapproving, suspending, or postponing a material modification, the director shall notify the applicant in writing, stating the reason for the denial and that the applicant has the right to a hearing if the applicant makes a written request within 30 days after the date of mailing of the notice of denial. Service of the notice required by this section may be made by certified mail addressed to the applicant at the latest address filed by the applicant in writing with the department.