The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) released three new information letters:
- Helpful Nursing Facility Provider Information for the TILEs to RUGs Transition
DADS informed Nursing Facility and Hospice Providers about the September 1, 2008, transition from the Texas Index for Level of Effort (TILE) to the federal Resource Utilization Group (RUG). DADS says it is essential for providers to monitor future updates on the Texas Medicaid & Healthcare Partnership website at www.tmhp.com or the DADS Provider Communications website:
http://www.dads.state.tx.us/providers/communications/index.cfm
Download the four-page letter and attachment for more information.
- Helpful Community Services Provider Information for the TILEs to RUGs Transition
In a letter to Community Based Alternatives, Home and Community Support Services Agencies, Consolidated Waiver Programs, Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, State of Texas Access Reform Plus, and Integrated Care Management Providers, DADS informed these providers about the September 1, 2008, transition from the Texas Index for Level of Effort (TILE) to the federal Resource Utilization Group (RUG). Download the letter for more information.
- Provider Clarification to Rule §9.223, Review of Living Options
DADS clarified the responsibilities for Intermediate Care Facility for Persons with Mental Retardation Providers and Mental Retardation Authorities under Rule §9.223, Review of Living Options in a two-page letter. You may find the rule here.
According to DADS, providers must discuss living options with each individual and legally authorized representative, and document the discussion. For more information, download the letter.