ALF: DADS clarified the requirements for using locking devices in Alzheimer's facilities or an Alzheimer's unit. An excerpt: The ALF licensing rule at 40 TAC §92.61(b)(4)(A) requires small Type A & B ALF and large Type A ALF buildings and structures to be in compliance with the 1988 edition of the Life Safety Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101, Chapter 21 for Residential Board and Care Occupancies. The following directives must be met for small Type A and B ALFs and … [Read more...] about PL/News Alerts: Alzheimer’s, July 11 Seminar
TX Register Updates: Medicaid Hearings, NF License Changes
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
ILs: Revised Form 3071, Claims Billing Closeout
DADS released four information letters. HCS, TxHmL, CLASS, DBMD, ICF/ID, and Local Authorities: DADS providers should no longer refer individuals already employed and want assistance with job maintenance to the DARS, DRS, or DBS, effective the date of the letter. Provider should seek approval through the individual's service plan to provide SE or other services needed to maintain an individual's employment. Medicaid Hospice: Effective July 1, 2012, hospice providers must use the … [Read more...] about ILs: Revised Form 3071, Claims Billing Closeout
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
ILs/PL: CDC TB Guidelines, Cost Avoidance
DADS released two information letters and one provider letter. AL/RC, CAS, CBA, CDSA, DAHS, FC, HDM, MDCP, PHC, and TAS: DADS notified these providers and agencies about certain changes. An excerpt: Effective with reviews conducted on or after July 1, 2012, the review period for contract and fiscal compliance monitoring for the programs and services identified above will encompass all months since the beginning of the contract (if not monitored previously) or since the exit date of the … [Read more...] about ILs/PL: CDC TB Guidelines, Cost Avoidance
TX Register Updates: NorthSTAR Correction, Dual Eligibles
The following information was obtained from the June 22 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notice Correction A notice in the June 8, 2012, issue incorrectly stated that an amendment changed the NorthSTAR behavioral health program enrollment period from 30 days to 15 days. The correct period is from 45 days to 15 days. See the Texas Register for details. Withdrawn Rules HHSC withdraws the emergency new §355.8201 and §355.8202, which appeared in the January 20, 2012, issue, effective … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: NorthSTAR Correction, Dual Eligibles
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/PL: Annual Mandatory ALF Training
DADS released two information letters and one provider letter: Medicaid Hospice: DADS asked these providers to submit the form attached to the letter, which shows the methodology CMS uses to determine the provider's Medicare overall cap for FFY 2010 and 2011. The deadline for submitting this information was May 15, 2012. (Letter) ALFs: DADS provided information about annual mandatory training for ALFs. See the provider web page for more information. (Letter) AFC, ALF, CBA, CLASS, … [Read more...] about ILs/PL: Annual Mandatory ALF Training
IL/News Alerts: Behavioral Health Facility, Vaccinations
HSC, TxHml, and LA: An excerpt of what DADS expects from providers when an individual receiving waiver services is admitted to a state hospital or other behavioral health facility for psychiatric stabilization: A Home and Community-based Services (HCS) or Texas Home Living Program (TxHmL) program provider is responsible for placing an individual who is admitted to a state hospital or inpatient behavioral health facility on suspension from waiver services for the duration of the individual's … [Read more...] about IL/News Alerts: Behavioral Health Facility, Vaccinations
TX Register Updates: Correction, Hearing
The following information was obtained from the June 1 issue of the Texas Register: A correction: The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposed an amendment to 1 TAC §370.4, concerning definitions, in the May 4, 2012, issue of the Texas Register (37 TexReg 3283). On page 3286, new language in the definition of "dental home", renumbered from paragraph (29) to (30), was inadvertently shown without underlining, making the text appear to be existing language. The corrected … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: Correction, Hearing
