Information and Provider Letters: Criminal History Reports, Etc.

The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) released two information and four provider letters:

In a letter to Home and Community-Based Services (HCS) and Texas Home Living Providers, DADS provided guidance related to the review of DPS criminal history reports retrieved from the DPS secure web site. These reports are confidential and are intended for the exclusive use of the requesting provider. Download the six-page letter for more information.

DADS informed Home and Community Support Services Agencies (HCSSAs) providers of its authority to issue two-year HCSSA licenses and to eliminate late renewal of a license during the 90 days after its expiration. Download the letter for more information.

DADS clarified to HCSSAs information regarding tuberculosis (TB) testing requirements for HCSSAs. For example, there’s no regulatory requirement for HCSSAs to conduct employee TB screenings. For details, download the letter.

In letters to all licensed providers covered by Health & Safety Code Chapter 250, all unlicensed ICF/MRs, and all State Mental Retardation Facilities, DADS provided guidance and clarification related to the review of DPS criminal history reports by DADS Regulatory Services surveyors. Download all three letters here, here, and here.