The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) reminded all Long Term Services and Supports Providers that DADS is planning to upgrade its financial accounting system and expects a delay in payment processing for all claims billed while the system is unavailable. Download the letter for more information.
DADS informed Home and Community-Based Services (HCS) Providers and Mental Retardation Authorities about activities that must take place when an HCS provider notifies DADS of their intent to voluntarily terminate an HCS contract. For details, download the letter.
In an information letter to Licensed and Certified Home and Community Support Service Agencies, Community Based Alternatives (CBA), Consolidated Waiver Program (CWP), Integrated Care Management (ICM), and Assisted Living/Residential Care (AL/RC) Providers, DADS clarified requirements of Medicaid and Medicare payments for the same service provided to a dually eligible CBA, CWP and ICM participant receiving AL/RC services. You may download the letter for more information.