To allow more time to address stakeholder concerns, HHSC has postponed moving nursing facility residents into STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care to March 1, 2015. HHSC will continue working with stakeholders to ensure a successful transition. HHSC is hosting a series of information sessions on several Medicaid managed care initiatives. Visit the Expansion of Medicaid Managed Care for more information, including frequently asked questions, timelines and maps. Medicaid Managed Care … [Read more...] about Nursing Home Transition to STAR+PLUS Moved to 2015
HHSC Cancels Xerox Medicaid Contract
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) today notified Xerox Corp. that the state is terminating the company's Medicaid claims administration contract for cause after Xerox staff approved thousands of requests for braces that weren't medically necessary. News Release … [Read more...] about HHSC Cancels Xerox Medicaid Contract
HHSC has launched a Facebook page
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has launched a Facebook page to share information and tips about agency programs and events. "We hope people will find the page to be a good way to get information about the agency and activities that align with our mission," said Stephanie Goodman, HHSC communication director. The page features entries and photos about staff, new policies, how to get help, health and nutrition tips and information about programs and services from the … [Read more...] about HHSC has launched a Facebook page
Task force focuses on employment of people with disabilities
A new task force has begun meeting to help promote competitive employment of people with disabilities in Texas. The Employment First Task Force also will design an education and outreach campaign about the success of people with disabilities in the workplace. Learn more about the Employment First Task Force, including a list of members and meeting dates. … [Read more...] about Task force focuses on employment of people with disabilities
HHSC Security Incident
HHSC is notifying clients about a recent security incident involving the information of 409 Medicaid recipients. The files included client names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, Supplemental Security Income case numbers and addresses. HHSC sent letters to the affected clients, but some were returned due to outdated information so the agency has posted this notice on its website. [HIPAA Notice] … [Read more...] about HHSC Security Incident
Reminder – Vision Award Deadline is Today
Do you know someone whose volunteer work helps improve the lives of people who are older or a ho have disabilities? Then nominate them for a Vision Award by 5pm today. … [Read more...] about Reminder – Vision Award Deadline is Today
TEXAS STATE MEDICAID FRAUD CONTROL UNIT: 2013 ONSITE REVIEW
TEXAS STATE MEDICAID FRAUD CONTROL UNIT: 2013 ONSITE REVIEW OIG oversees the activities of all Medicaid Fraud Control Units (MFCUs or Units). As part of this oversight, OIG conducts periodic reviews of all Units and prepares public reports based on these reviews. The reviews assess Unit performance in accordance with the 12 MFCU performance standards and monitor Unit compliance with Federal grant requirements. For fiscal years (FYs) 2010 through 2012, the Texas Unit reported recoveries of … [Read more...] about TEXAS STATE MEDICAID FRAUD CONTROL UNIT: 2013 ONSITE REVIEW
OK Hospice facing fraud counts
An Oklahoma hospice and two of its managers are facing fraud charges and possible prison time for Medicare fraud. The two administrators are charged with 39 counts of Medicare fraud, and the hospice is “accused of concealing the true medical conditions of hospice patients in order to pass a Medicare audit and obtain federal money.” (KFOR-TV, 4/17, kfor.com/2014/04/17/hospice-managers-charged-with-medicare-fraud-for-falsifying-records/) … [Read more...] about OK Hospice facing fraud counts
Employee Misconduct Registry
DADS will be proposing changes to 40 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 93 Employee Misconduct Registry. The proposed changes are the result of House Bill 2683 which addresses individuals who utilize Consumer Directed Services and the proposed 40 TAC Chapter 15 Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Facilities (PPECC). DADS is seeking stakeholder input on a set of draft rules. Hospice providers are required to comply with Chapter 93 as referenced under Chapter 97 Home and … [Read more...] about Employee Misconduct Registry
Upcoming DADS region 4/5 meetings
DADS issued the following Two Provider Alerts or Bulletins: Region 4/5 HCSSA Provider Meeting in Lufkin THIS MEETING IS LIMITED TO PROVIDERS LOCATED IN REGION 4/5 The meeting for Region 4/5 is on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m at: Angelina College. Room 104. 3500 South 1st Street. Lufkin, TX 75902 To register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2014LufkinHCSSA Region 4/5 HCSSA Provider Meeting in Tyler THIS MEETING IS LIMITED TO PROVIDERS LOCATED IN REGION 4/5 … [Read more...] about Upcoming DADS region 4/5 meetings