The following information was obtained from the April 2 issue of the Texas Register: HHSC proposes to repeal §355.746 and replace it with new §355.746, concerning Reimbursement Methodology for Mental Retardation (MR) Service Coordination. An excerpt: "The providers in this program are currently paid a statewide interim rate which is then later cost-settled to each provider's cost within certain parameters. Providers whose costs are less than 95 percent of the interim rate must repay the … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: Reimbursement Methodology MR Svc. Coordination
DADS News Alerts
The East Texas Geriatric Education Center and the East Texas Area Health Education Center are partnering to conduct an online survey to determine the continuing education and health education needs of health providers in East Texas. Providers may complete a brief survey on health education needs here. You may also access the GEC survey. Direct questions to Tony DiNuzzo, PH.D, at 409-772-5367 or adinuzzo@utmb.edu. DADS canceled the CBA Stakeholders meeting, previously scheduled for March … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts
Information Letters: HCSSAs, HCS, CBA, Etc.
DADS released two information letters: CBA and HCSSAs, ICM, CWP, DBMD, PHC, and SRO providers: DADS informed these providers that a review showed some of them were billed incorrectly during periods of time when Medicaid Long Term Care consumers were in a hospital or institution. Providers are asked to contact their regional contract managers for more information. (Letter) HCS: DADS explained the procedures it will take in offering individuals the option to transfer from an HCS … [Read more...] about Information Letters: HCSSAs, HCS, CBA, Etc.
DADS News Alerts for March
DADS posted a few news alerts on its web site since last month. DADS will hold a webinar on Employment Services on April 1, 2010. The event continues the webinar from January 7, 2010, and includes a step-by-step tour of the tools with time for Q&A. You may listen to and view the January webinar here, and you'll find more information here. DADS will hold an HCSSA Region 7 provider meeting, open to all Region 7 HCSSA providers, on May 25th, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Winters … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts for March
Texas Register Updates: HCS, Texas Medical Board
The following information was obtained from the March 5 issue of the Texas Register: Public Notices HHSC announced a contract award valued at $163,915 to Health Management Associates, to provide consulting services to HHSC regarding a pilot to serve people with intellectual and development disabilities. HHSC intends to submit to CMS an amendment to the HCS, which would increase the number of people to be served in the HCS waiver program and the reimbursement rates for some of the … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: HCS, Texas Medical Board
Information Letters: CBA, HSC, DBMD, Etc.
DADS released three information letters: CBA, CBA Assisted Living/Residential Care, CLASS, DAHS, ICF/MR, ICM, HCS, NFs, PHC, RC, and TxHmL providers: The HHSC Rate Analysis Department has posted mandatory cost reporting and cost report training for 2009 information on its web site. The final session of the 2009 cost report training is scheduled for March 9-10, 2010. Providers must make sure the preparer has completed cost report training. HHSC RAD must receive all 2009 cost reports no … [Read more...] about Information Letters: CBA, HSC, DBMD, Etc.
Texas Register Updates: HCS, Medicaid MCOs, Etc.
The following was obtained from the February 12 issue of the Texas Register: Proposed Rules HHSC proposes on behalf of DADS to amend Subchapter L, §2.553, concerning definitions; §2.554, concerning eligibility; §2.556, concerning MRA's responsibilities; §2.559, concerning minimum qualifications; §2.562 concerning review process; new §2.555 concerning funding service coordination; and the repeal of §2.555 concerning assessing an individual's need for service coordination, in Chapter 2, … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: HCS, Medicaid MCOs, Etc.
Information Letters and News Alerts: Hospice, CDSA Providers
DADS released two information letters and news alerts. Medicaid Hospice Providers: DADS clarified its Continuous Home Care (CHC) requirements at 40 TAC, Chapter 30 Medicaid Hospice Program, §30.54 Special Coverage Requirements and informed hospice providers of problems identified during annual CHC reviews that result in recoupment of CHC payments. An excerpt: "Recoupment Process…Based on the review, a determination is made to…approve an extension of CHC beyond the five days; deny an … [Read more...] about Information Letters and News Alerts: Hospice, CDSA Providers
Texas Register Updates: HCS, TxHmL, Board of Nursing
The following information was obtained from the February 5 issue of the Texas Register: Public Hearing and Notices HHSC will hold a public hearing on February 23, 2010, at 1:30 p.m., to receive public comment on proposed requisition fees that will provide payments to providers for the cost of acquiring dental services for consumers in the HCS and TxHmL waiver programs. Through an amendment, HHSC will extend a consultant services contract to assist Texas in providing on-site instruction in HL7 … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: HCS, TxHmL, Board of Nursing
Information Letters: CDSA, NF, HCS, TxHmL
DADS released four information letters: CDSA for PHC: DADS explains the responsibilities of the employer and CDSA when individuals enroll in PHC (which includes PHC, CAS, and FC) program and opt to go directly on the CDS option. DADS also released a letter that contains instructions for case managers. For other details, download the two-page letter. NFs: DADS revised the Nursing Facility Customized Power Wheelchair Authorization Form 3706 and form instructions to eliminate the need … [Read more...] about Information Letters: CDSA, NF, HCS, TxHmL
