DADS released two provider letters. ALF, Hospice Freestanding Inpatient Units, ICFs/IID, and NF: DADS reminded these providers that their emergency plans must provide for the safe evacuation of all individuals residing in their facilities when the emergency situation requires an evacuation. (Letter) Hospice Agencies with a Freestanding Inpatient Unit: DADS reminded these providers that all HCSSAs must comply with TAC, Title 40, Part 1, Chapter 97, §97.256 and have a written emergency … [Read more...] about PLs and News Alerts: Emergency Plans
TX Register Updates: Correction, Base Wage
The following information was obtained from the October 11 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notice Correction HHSC published a notice in the September 20 issue about the agency's intent to submit a request to amend the THTQIP. An excerpt: In the prior public notice published in the September 20, 2013 issue of the Texas Register, HHSC discussed the agency's intent to request the addition of cognitive rehabilitation therapy as an available service in the STAR+PLUS home and community … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: Correction, Base Wage
LTC News: No Medicaid Payments
-- Medicare Part D, 2014 -- "In a blow to Medicaid-certified long-term care providers in the nation's capital, officials announced the District of Columbia would not make Medicaid payments during the federal government shutdown." – McKnight's -- "In the two years since an 11.1% reimbursement cut for skilled nursing facilities hit, providers have regrouped and have achieved modest successes, the president of the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living told … [Read more...] about LTC News: No Medicaid Payments
ILs/PLs: NF Changes, Four-person Residence
DADS released two information letters and three provider letters. HSC: DADS informed these providers about changes to the critical incident reporting requirements. (Letter) DADS also informed these providers that effective October 1, 2013, DADS will allow a service provider of residential support and the service provider's spouse, or person with whom the service provider has a spousal relationship, to live in a four-person residence. (Letter) NF: A recent legislative bill … [Read more...] about ILs/PLs: NF Changes, Four-person Residence
TX Register Updates: 10/22 Hearing, BON Changes
The following information was obtained from the October 4 issue of the Texas Register. Public Hearing and Notices HHSC will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 22, 2013, at 9 a.m. to receive public comment on proposed rates for hospice routine home, continuous home, inpatient respite, and general inpatient care. The hearing will be held in the Public Hearing Room, Brown Heatly Building, located at 4900 North Lamar, Austin. HHSC intends to submit an amendment to the Texas State … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: 10/22 Hearing, BON Changes
DADS News Alerts: 10/29 Meeting, Provider Agreements
-- Transition for Implementation of FY 2014 SNF PPS MDS 3.0 Policy Changes (PDF) - Texas providers with questions can contact Cheryl Shiffer here. -- MDS 3.0 RAI Manual V1.11 Available - A list of significant changes can be found in the document titled "RAI Manual V1.11 October 2013 Changes." Also see McKnight's news story. -- DADS posted a new appendix, List of Excluded Individuals and Entities, designed to explain and clarify the federal requirement that all providers contracting with … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts: 10/29 Meeting, Provider Agreements
DADS News Alerts: New Appendices and Provider Manuals
-- A new appendix has been added to the Home Delivered Meals Provider Manual. -- A new appendix has been added to the Consumer Managed Personal Attendant Services Provider Manual. -- New Licensed ICF/IDD Provider Manual. -- The Five Star Preview Reports were available beginning September 13, 2013. See the news alert page for access. -- DADS invited Region 8 NFs to a provider meeting presented by its Regulatory Services Division on Tuesday, October 29, 2013, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts: New Appendices and Provider Manuals
ILs & LTC News: PACE Enrollment
DADS released two information letters. PACE: DADS issued the letter to reinforce the need for PACE organizations to coordinate the enrollment date with HHSC Medicaid for the Elderly and People with Disabilities DADS staff, if applicable, for individuals before they're enrolled. (Letter) TxHmL and Financial Management Services Agencies: DADS notified providers that HHSC approved new rates for the TxHmL program. (Letters) Selected news stories from McKnight's: -- "Medicare … [Read more...] about ILs & LTC News: PACE Enrollment
ILs: HCS Handbook, Service Backup Plan
DADS released four information letters. HSC and Local Authorities: DADS informed these providers and local authorities of changes DADS made related to service planning, which are reflected in the amended sections of the HCS Handbook: Section 4000 (Person Directed Planning Process) and Section 7000 (Implementation Plan and Backup Plan). (Letter) HSC, TxHmL, and Local Authorities: DADS informed these providers and local authorities of new service backup plan requirements, effective … [Read more...] about ILs: HCS Handbook, Service Backup Plan
TX Register Update: EHR Contract, Per Diem Rates
The following information was obtained from the September 6 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notices DADS published a notice of a limited waiver from requirements of Chapter 2254 and a consultant contract award. The University of Florida (P.O. Box 115500, Gainesville, Florida 32611) was selected as contractor to provide an assessment of the functionality of an electronic health record system that SSLCs currently use, and its potential for customization to meet DADS future needs. The … [Read more...] about TX Register Update: EHR Contract, Per Diem Rates
