Cost report training is required every other year for the odd-year cost report in order for thepreparer to be qualified to submit both that odd-year cost report and the following even-year costreport. Preparers who completed cost report training for the 2013 cost report for a specificprogram will not be required to complete additional cost report training for that program in orderto prepare a 2014 cost report. Please note that from this year forward, all Texas Health and Human Services … [Read more...] about 2014 Cost Report Training Information
Service Backup Plan Requirements
Here is more info on the the policy requiring the home and community support services agency (HCSSA) to submit a copy of all backup plans and cardiopulmonaryresuscitation (CPR)/First Aid certification service provider qualifications for persons designatedwithin a service backup plan to the Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) casemanager.Effective September 1, 2014, the in-home record is no longer required by the Medically DependentChildren Program (MDCP). For individuals currently … [Read more...] about Service Backup Plan Requirements
DADS news – sticking to resolutions
DADS News -- How to Stick to Your Resolutions This is the time of year when many of us — 40 percent, by some estimates — start to think about resolutions, and what we might do in the new year to make us healthy and happier. With every good intention we vow to eat better, lose weight, be more active or some combination of these and other self-improvement goals. However, few of us keep our resolutions. Research by the University of Scranton suggests that a mere 8 percent of us achieve our lofty … [Read more...] about DADS news – sticking to resolutions
CMS releases data on quality to help patients choose providers
CMS releases data on quality to help patients choose providers The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) today released data on the quality of care provided by physician group practices, Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) and hospitals. These data are available on Physician Compare, Hospital Compare and Data.Medicare.gov. The performance information released this month will give patients and families additional information they can use to inform their selection of a … [Read more...] about CMS releases data on quality to help patients choose providers
Upcoming event – DADS Quarterly Interest List and Enrollment Stakeholder Meeting
DADS Quarterly Interest List and Enrollment Stakeholder Meeting Feb. 2, 21051:30 – 3:30 p.m.Public Hearing RoomJohn H. Winters Human Services Complex701 W 51st StreetAustin, Texas 78751 Visit us at Garlo Ward, PC … [Read more...] about Upcoming event – DADS Quarterly Interest List and Enrollment Stakeholder Meeting
Proposed new rules concerning Community First Choice
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: Proposed new rules concerning Community First Choice January 5, 20159 a.m. to 10 a.m. Meeting Site:Health and Human Services CommissionBrown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd.Austin, Texas 78751 Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed new rules §§354.1360 - 354.1366 under Part 15, Chapter 354, Subchapter A, Community First Choice. The proposed new rules were published in … [Read more...] about Proposed new rules concerning Community First Choice
Are You a Long-distance Caregiver? Anyone, anywhere, can be a long-distance caregiver, no matter your gender, income, age, social status or employment. If you are living an hour or more away from a person who needs your help, you’re probably a long-distance caregiver. What Can I Really Do from Far Away? Long-distance caregivers take on different roles. According to the National Institutes on Aging, you may: Help with finances, money management or bill paying. Arrange for in-home care — … [Read more...] about
Nursing Facility Transition REVISED by DADS: Nursing Facility Changes to the Medicaid Claims Submission Process
The Department of Aging and Disability Services is re-issuing this letter to provide updatedinformation about effective dates for the changes discussed in the original letter. The original letter(Information Letter 2014-68, Nursing Facility Transition: Nursing Facility Changes to theMedicaid Claims Submission Process) was posted on October 21, 2014. This letter replaces thepreviously published letter. In conjunction with the transition of nursing facilities (NFs) to STAR+PLUS managed care … [Read more...] about Nursing Facility Transition REVISED by DADS: Nursing Facility Changes to the Medicaid Claims Submission Process
Medicaid Hospice Rates for Federal Fiscal Year 2015
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) approved rate changes for theMedicaid Hospice program based on information provided by the Centers for Medicare andMedicaid Services (CMS). The new rates, which are retroactive to 10/01/2014, can be accessedthrough the HHSC Rate Analysis website at the following address:http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/long-term-svcs/hospice/index.shtml For federal fiscal year 2015, CMS approved two payment rates following the quality reportingrequirements … [Read more...] about Medicaid Hospice Rates for Federal Fiscal Year 2015
Discontinuation of the Facility Inventory, Vacancy and Evacuation Status
Discontinuation of the Facility Inventory, Vacancy and Evacuation Status As of November 30, 2014, the Facility Inventory, Vacancy, and Evacuation Status system (FIVES)has been discontinued. FIVES is a web-based application developed by the Department of Agingand Disability Services (DADS). FIVES is used by nursing facilities, Intermediate Care Facilitiesfor Individual with an Intellectual Disability or Related Condition, assisted living facilities, Homeand Community-based Services (HCS) group … [Read more...] about Discontinuation of the Facility Inventory, Vacancy and Evacuation Status