-- "Although CMS posted the new manual Tuesday, just one week before it goes into effect, the agency previously had issued guidance to long-term care providers on notable changes regarding therapy and nutritional status." - McKnight's -- "The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has decided to ease guidelines concerning auditors' requests for additional documentation. CMS is giving providers a small break by saying auditors should accept additional documentation submissions in a … [Read more...] about LTC News: ACA Discussion, Gov’t Shutdown
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
TX Register Updates: Out-of-State Nursing Education
The following information was obtained from the September 27 issue of the Texas Register. Proposed Rules The Texas Medical Board proposed several changes to the code: Licensure Medical Records Physician Registration Reinstatement And Reissuance Pain Management Temporary and Limited Licenses Physician Profiles Business Organizations Surgical Assistants Procedural Rules Compliance Program Office-Based Anesthesia Services Pain Management Clinics Voluntary … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: Out-of-State Nursing Education
ILs: LOC, CDS Option
DADS released four information letters. HCS: DADS clarified the rules effective on January 1, 2013, and explained interim Waiver, Survey and Certification survey requirements related to Life Safety Code inspections. (Letter) DADS also informed these providers and local authorities of a new process, effective September 18, 2013, regarding level of care redeterminations. (Letter) DBMD and Financial Management Services Agencies: DADS informed DBMD providers and Financial Management … [Read more...] about ILs: LOC, CDS Option
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
TX Register Updates: Area Agencies on Aging
The following information was obtained from the September 20 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notices HHSC intends to submit an amendment to the Texas State Plan for Medical Assistance to adjust fees for the following existing services: Hearing and Audiometric Evaluations; Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies; Physicians and Other Practitioners; and Home Health Services. HHSC intends to submit to CMS a request to amend the THTQIP to expand STAR+PLUS to the … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: Area Agencies on Aging
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
TX Register Updates: MDCP Waiver Change
The following information was obtained from the September 13 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notice HHSC intends to submit to CMS a request to amend MDCP waiver, under the authority of §1915(c) of the Social Security Act, to remove cost containment service limits, allow individuals to transfer between waivers when medically necessary for services to continue to ensure health and safety, update respite and flexible family support service provider requirements in the CDS option to match … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: MDCP Waiver Change
DADS News Alerts: 9/24 Culture Change Conference Reminder
-- DADS will host the annual ICF/IID Provider & Surveyor Conference, Feb. 5 & 6, 2014, at the Commons Conference Center on the J.J. Pickle Center campus in Austin. Contact Katharine McCormick at Katharine.Mccormick@dads.state.tx.us for more information. -- CMS has made available for download a presentation in their MDS 3.0 Provider Updates program, "Discharge Assessments and the Use of Dashes." -- CMS released S&C Memorandum 13-56 (PDF) to outline the steps to take to … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts: 9/24 Culture Change Conference Reminder
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
