The following information was obtained from the August 20 issue of the Texas Register: Public Notices HHSC proposes new Medicaid per diem reimbursement rates for the Truman W. Smith Children's Care Center ($219.69 ) and DADS-operated/state-operated ICFs/MR (small $603.64; large Medicaid-only: $537.41; large dual-eligible Medicaid/Medicare: $516.23). See the Texas Register for more information. HHSC intends to submit Transmittal Number 10-050, Amendment Number 943, to the Texas State … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: ICFs/MR and Nursing
Texas Register Updates: RFP, Nursing, Reimbursement Changes
The following information was obtained from the August 13 issue of the Texas Register: Public Notices HHSC intends to submit to CMS a waiver amendment for the State of Texas Access Reform Program, a Managed Care waiver program under the authority of §1915(b) of the Social Security Act. The amendment would add new benefits for the proposed substance use disorder treatment services, including those provided in residential settings. HHSC is anticipating expanding the STAR+PLUS 1915(b) and … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: RFP, Nursing, Reimbursement Changes
Texas Register Updates: Board of Nursing, ICF/MR, HSC
The following information was obtained from the August 6 issue of the Texas Register: Public Notices and Hearings The Board of Nursing offered the Guidelines for Physical and Psychological Evaluations, which inform licensees, applicants, petitioners, and the public about the boards requirements and procedures regarding physical and psychological evaluations under the Nursing Practice Act. An excerpt: Authority to Require and Request Evaluations The Board is authorized under the … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: Board of Nursing, ICF/MR, HSC
Texas Register Updates: Board of Nursing Rule Changes
The following information was obtained from the July 7 issue of the Texas Register: Adopted Rules The Texas Board of Nursing adopted amendments to §211.6, relating to Committees of the Board, which, among other things, direct the Board to determine the feasibility of conducting a pilot program to evaluate the efficacy and effect of deferring a final disciplinary action against an individual for minor violations of the Nursing Practice Act and Board rules. The Board adopts amendments to … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: Board of Nursing Rule Changes
Texas Register Updates: July 2 Issue
The following information was obtained from the July 2 issue of the Texas Register: Public Notices HHSC intends to submit Transmittal Number 10-047, Amendment Number 940, to the Texas State Plan for Medical Assistance, under Title XIX of the Social Security Act, to modify the asset limits to the Medicare Savings Program as mandated under the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act. HHSC also intends to submit amendments to modify the reimbursement methodologies in the Texas … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: July 2 Issue
Texas Register Updates: June 25 Issue
The following information was obtained from the June 25 issue of the Texas Register: Public Notices HHSC has proposed and adopted Medicaid payment rates for contracts not participating in the Attendant Compensation Rate Enhancement (the Enhancement) and the attendant compensation base rate for contracts participating in the Enhancement for non-state operated ICF/MR residential services and day habilitation services. HHSC also proposed new per diem reimbursement rates for the non-state … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: June 25 Issue
Texas Register Update and DADS News Alerts:
The following item appeared in the June 18 issue of the Texas Register: HHSC intends to submit to CMS a request for an amendment to the CBA waiver program, which would add more slots to the waiver program, document the use of Individual Responsibility Agreements, and update terminology throughout the waiver application. For copies and questions, contact Christine Longoria by mail at Texas Health and Human Services Commission, P.O. Box 85200, mail code H-620, Austin, Texas 78708-5200, phone … [Read more...] about Texas Register Update and DADS News Alerts:
Texas Register Updates: Contract Award, Board of Nursing Changes
The following information was obtained from the May 21 issue of the Texas Register: Public Notices HHSC will award contract 529-06-0425-00042 to Health Management Associates in Lansing, Michigan, to develop two deliverables, the State Medicaid Health Information Technology Plan and the Implementation Advance Planning Document. The contract's total value is $641,010. HHSC intends to submit an amendment to the Texas State Plan for Medical Assistance, which would add the non-state … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: Contract Award, Board of Nursing Changes
Texas Register Updates: Strengthening Nonprofit Capacity Hearing
The following information was obtained from the May 14 issue of the Texas Register: Public Hearings and Notice HHSC will hold a public hearing on June 8, 2010, from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. on Strengthening Nonprofit Capacity. The hearing will take place in the Harlingen Cultural Arts Center Liberty Hall, 576 '76 Drive, Harlingen, Texas 78550. For more information, contact Joanne Pierce, Office of Community Collaboration, Texas Health and Human Services Commission, 9013 Tuscany Way, Suite 100, … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: Strengthening Nonprofit Capacity Hearing
Information Letters: ICF/MR, NF Administrators, MDCP
DADS released four information letters: NF Administrators: DADS Quality Assurance and Improvement unit is conducting the annual Nursing Facility Quality Review evaluations of care delivered to nursing facility residents. DADS has contracted with Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Service Plus Foundation, Inc., to conduct the 2010 evaluations of individuals residing in nursing facilities. (Letter) ICF/MR: DADS clarified the transportation requirements related to Supported Employment in … [Read more...] about Information Letters: ICF/MR, NF Administrators, MDCP