-- 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
Texas Register Updates: 8/20 Hearing, Nursing Changes
The following information was obtained from the August 9 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notice and Hearing HHSC is accepting applications for representatives to serve on the Texas Nonprofit Council. An excerpt: Membership on the Council requires participation in Council meetings. At least three meetings of the Texas Nonprofit Council will be held in Austin, Texas each year, and may extend through August 2016. Members will not receive compensation for participation on the Texas … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: 8/20 Hearing, Nursing Changes
Nursing Facility News
-- "Hospice workers who provide care for residents of skilled nursing facilities will have to provide more detailed claim data starting next year, according to recently released requirements from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services." – McKnight's -- "A new House bill aims to improve the nursing home survey process, enhance whistleblower protections for surveyors and establish an advisory committee for CMS that would include skilled nursing facility administrators, directors of … [Read more...] about Nursing Facility News
DADS News Alerts: MDCP Manual, MG7101-03 Report Mailing
-- HHSC proposed to amend §48.8902, Provider Qualifications and §48.8903, Substitute Provider Qualifications; in Chapter 48, Community Care for Aged and Disabled. -- DADS will no longer produce or mail copies of the Loss of Medicaid Eligibility Report (MG7101-03) to long-term services and supports providers, effective September 1, 2013. Providers should use MESAV for this information. An excerpt: After 9-1-13, providers should: Access TexMedConnect for instructions on filing claims, … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts: MDCP Manual, MG7101-03 Report Mailing
TX Register Updates: Fee Schedules, Supplemental Payments
The following information was obtained from the August 2 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notices HHSC intends to submit an amendment to the Texas State Plan for Medical Assistance to update the fee schedules for the following existing services: Ambulance; Chemical Dependency Treatment Facilities; Physicians and Other Practitioners; Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment; and Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy provided by Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: Fee Schedules, Supplemental Payments
