-- CMS released Survey and Certification Memorandum 13-56 (PDF) to outline the steps to take to address MDS 3.0 discharge assessments that haven't been completed and/or submitted as required under 42 CFR §483.20(g) and 42 CFR §483.20(f)(1). NFs should complete the assessments for inactive residents by September 30, 2013. Providers and others with questions should contact Cheryl Shiffer, MDS Clinical Coordinator. More from McKnight's. -- Registration is open for the 3rd Annual Culture Change … [Read more...] about Alerts/LTC News: Culture Change, ICD-9 Replacement
TX Register Update: Medicaid Payment Rates
The following information was obtained from the August 30 issue of the Texas Register. HHSC intends to submit an amendment to the Texas State Plan for Medical Assistance, which would adjust payment rates and reimbursement methodologies for inpatient and outpatient hospital services, the DAHS program, and the PHC program. See the Texas Register for details. … [Read more...] about TX Register Update: Medicaid Payment Rates
TX Register Updates: NF Payment Increase, Medicaid Managed Care
The following information was obtained from the August 23 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notices HHSC intends to submit to CMS a request to amend the CBA waiver program to remove cost containment service limits, allow individuals to transfer between waivers when medically necessary for services to continue to ensure health and safety, and other changes. HHSC intends to submit Transmittal Number 13-024 to add provisionally licensed psychologists as an additional type of provider … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: NF Payment Increase, Medicaid Managed Care
ILs and PLs: Required Base Wage, CMS Survey
DADS released four information letters and two provider letters. NF: A review of the medical necessity determinations revealed errors. DADS identified the accuracy of assessment data drawn from the MDS assessment and clinical record as one reason for errors. (Letter) CMPAS: DADS informed these providers of rules on the required base wage. (Letter) CBA, PHC, CAS, FC, MDCP, and DAHS: DADS informed these providers of rules on the required base wage. (Revised Letter) Financial … [Read more...] about ILs and PLs: Required Base Wage, CMS Survey
DADS News Alerts: 9/9 Webinar, 10/8 Meeting, Save-the-dates
-- The next enrollment training for entities interested in becoming a Financial Management Services Agency will be held October 16-18, 2013 at the William B. Travis State Office Building, Room 1-111, 1701 Congress Ave., Austin, Room 1-111. See the DADS page for more information. -- DADS reminded providers that a mandatory upgrade to the CMSNet Juniper Client will begin for western states, which includes Texas, on August 31, 2013. The CMSNet page has more information. -- DADS will hold a … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts: 9/9 Webinar, 10/8 Meeting, Save-the-dates
LTC News: Electronic Health Records, Physicians
-- "Long-term care providers shouldn't be afraid to ask questions and drive the conversation with vendors when purchasing an electronic health record system, according to an industry expert." – McKnight's -- "Nearly 50 medical societies signed a letter circulated by the American Medical Association last month, opposing the potential replacement of state-level QIOs with regional ones. AHCA/NCAL, the nation's largest long-term care provider group, expressed support of this position on … [Read more...] about LTC News: Electronic Health Records, Physicians
IL and PLs: Aging in Place, Nursing Changes
DADS released a provider letter and an information/provider letter. AL: DADS advised providers that the required AL disclosure forms have been updated to include language about aging in place. (Letter) HCS, TxHmL, and ICF/IID with a Capacity of 13 or Fewer Beds: The legislature requires DADS and the Board of Nursing to conduct a pilot program to evaluate LVNs who provide on-call services by telephone to individuals receiving services for these providers. As part of the program's … [Read more...] about IL and PLs: Aging in Place, Nursing Changes
Texas Register Updates: Contract Award, Nursing Changes
The following information was obtained from the August 16 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notices DADS published this notice of an emergency waiver and consulting contract award. McKesson Health Solutions is the consultant contracted to provide an assessment of the functionality of an electronic health record system currently in use by DADS SSLCs. See the Texas Register for details. HHSC intends to submit Transmittal Number 13-025 to the Texas State Plan for Medical Assistance to … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: Contract Award, Nursing Changes
DADS News Alerts: 9/17, 9/24 Meetings
-- The State Supported Living Centers invited comments on new Draft of Policy #055 (PDF), Use of Protective Devices. Please address comments and questions to Eric Moorad, Policy/Rules Coordinator, at eric.moorad@dads.state.tx.us or via fax at 512-438-4605 by close of business Wednesday, August 28, 2013. -- DADS reminded providers about the Culture Change: Moving Forward in Texas - A Joint Conference presented by TxCCC and DADS to be held on Tuesday, September 24, 2013. Registration is … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts: 9/17, 9/24 Meetings
ILs and PLs: FY2013 Closeout Cutoffs, Nursing Services
DADS released four information letters and two provider letters. Fiscal Year 2013 Cutoff Dates for Year-end Closeout Processing for Community/State (Service Group 5) ICF/ID Fiscal Year 2013 Cutoff Dates for Year-end Closeout Processing for ADC, AL, CBA, DAHS, Hospice, MDCP NF, PACE, and others Fiscal Year 2013 Cutoff Dates for Year-end Closeout Processing for HCS and TxHml NF: An individual must complete a training program and competency evaluation approved by DADS before it lists … [Read more...] about ILs and PLs: FY2013 Closeout Cutoffs, Nursing Services
