The following information was obtained from in the July 6 issue of the Texas Register. Public Hearings On July 23, 2012, at 1:30 p.m., HHSC will hold a public hearing to receive comments on proposed amendments to the administrative rule at 1 TAC §355.8052, which governs the payment methodology for Medicaid inpatient hospital reimbursement. On August 15, 2012, at 1:30 p.m., HHSC will hold a public hearing to receive comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for Computed Tomography and … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: Medicaid Hearings, NF License Changes
TX Register Updates: July 18 Hearings, DAHS Changes
The following information was obtained from the July 29 issue of the Texas Register. Public Hearings HHSC will hold a public hearing on July 18, 2012, at 1 p.m. to receive comment on proposed payment rates DAHS in the CBA and MDCP waiver programs. At 2 p.m., HHSC will hear public comment on proposed rates under foster care redesign for Single Source Continuum Contractors that provide services in the 24-Hour Residential Child Care program. The hearings will be held in the Lone Star … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: July 18 Hearings, DAHS Changes
DADS News Alerts: Skilled Nursing Policy Changes
-- DADS will host four culture change symposia for NFs in 2012: Lubbock – Wednesday, August 22, Holiday Inn Lubbock - Hotel and Towers Dallas – Friday, August 24, Westin Park Central San Antonio – Tuesday, November 13, Sheraton Gunter Hotel Houston – Thursday, November 15, Houston Marriott Westchase -- DADS issued an alert to providers and other qualified entities interested in becoming DBMD residential services providers in Region 7, the Austin area. Contract information: Paul … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts: Skilled Nursing Policy Changes
ILs: Death Reporting, UMR Expansion
DADS released five information letters. DBMD: DADS informed these providers of death reporting requirement changes within the DBMD program. An excerpt: Effective June 1, 2012, providers must report to DADS, deaths of all individuals enrolled in the DBMD program. Within 24 hours after learning of the death of an individual, DBMD providers must complete DADS form 8493 "Notification to DADS Regarding a Death in the Home and Community-based Services (HCS), Texas Home Living (TxHml) and Deaf … [Read more...] about ILs: Death Reporting, UMR Expansion
TX Register Updates: Board of Nursing Changes
The following information was obtained in the May 18 issue of the Texas Register: The Board of Nursing proposes to amend §213.23, Decision of the Board, which would clarify existing requirements for submitting written materials to the board and making oral presentations; facilitate fully informed board deliberation and decisions; and specify that proposals for decision may not contain recommendations for sanctions. The board also proposes to amend §213.33, Factors Considered for Imposition … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: Board of Nursing Changes
DADS News Alerts: Region 4/5 Meetings, ICF/ID Conference
-- DADS will hold an NF provider meeting for Regions 4 and 5 only on June 27, 2012, from 9-noon at the University of Texas at Tyler's Ornelas Activity Center, 3402 Old Omen Road in Tyler. Registration deadline for this meeting is June 15, 2012: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZWRLK2S -- The Board of Nursing is hosting a webinar titled "The LVN Scope of Practice: What Every LVN, RN and Employer Should Know." Registration information (PDF): Webinars will be held from 11a.m. to Noon on the … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts: Region 4/5 Meetings, ICF/ID Conference
ILs/PL: LVN On-Call, 2011 Cost Reports
DADS released one provider letter and two information letters. ICFs/ID with Capacity of 13 or Fewer Beds: DADS clarified the enforcement schedule for implementing HRC §§161.091 – 161.096 and informed providers of the required elements of the comprehensive nursing assessment for an LVN to provide on-call services or an unlicensed staff member to administer medications. (Letter) All contracted NFs: DADS informed providers they must submit Form 3618 – Resident Transaction Notice when an … [Read more...] about ILs/PL: LVN On-Call, 2011 Cost Reports
TX Register Updates: Employee Vaccines, SSLC Staff Training
The following information was obtained from the April 6 issue of the Texas Register: Public Notices HHSC intends to submit to CMS a request for MDCP and CBA waiver program renewals. HHSC also intends to submit transmittal number 12-007, which would add tobacco cessation counseling services for pregnant women, and transmittal number 12-001, which would update the Medicaid State Plan section titled "Section One - Single State Agency Organization" to include current information on agency … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: Employee Vaccines, SSLC Staff Training
Primary Care, Medicaid News
The shortage of primary care physicians and primary care in general has been widely reported. According to the Texas Tribune, for example, the federal government has declared Harris County a primary care physician shortage zone. The health care reform law will result in millions more Texans on the Medicaid rolls. Who will treat them? CMS announced a program to alleviate some of the pressure. The initiative will provide funds to hospitals to increase training for advanced practice registered … [Read more...] about Primary Care, Medicaid News
PLs: Video Surveillance, Nursing Assessments
DADS released two provider letters. All ICFs/ID: DADS provided guidance and clarification on using video surveillance cameras to monitor common areas in ICFs/ID. An excerpt: There is no state rule or federal requirement that specifically addresses the use of video surveillance cameras in ICFs/ID; however, 42 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) §483.420(a) (W122), §483.420(a)(5) (W127), §483.420(a)(7) (W129 and W130) and §483.420(a)(9) (W133) require an ICF/ID to protect the privacy and … [Read more...] about PLs: Video Surveillance, Nursing Assessments
