The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) released four information letters:
- Integrated Care Management (ICM) 1915(c) Waiver Rules, Adaptive Aids, Minor Home Modification and Medical Supplies Processes (Replaces IL 2008-47)
DADS sent a letter to ICM Waiver providers informing them about operational processes for accessing adaptive aids, medical supplies and minor home modifications. The five-page letter and attachment summarizes the revised steps for purchasing these items.
- TV Converter Box Program Update
DADS issued a provider letter to all DADS service providers that contains updated information on the transition from analog broadcasts to digital television. Download the two-page letter for details.
- Provider Screening of Employees, Subcontractors for Excluded Persons
DADS has asked all community service providers to review a letter sent by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services reminding states to direct providers of Medicaid reimbursed services to screen employees and subcontractors employees for excluded persons. Download the seven-page letter and attachment here.
- Clarification of the Provision and Billing of Hospice Services for Medicaid Nursing Facility Residents
In a letter to Hospice and Nursing Facility providers, DADS clarified the billing of hospice services for Medicaid-eligible nursing facility residents. Download the letter for more information.
