Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) implemented rules that address changes in the authority of the DFPS Adult Protective Services (APS) Provider division, as amended by SB 1880 and SB 760, 84th Legislative Session (2015). The changes give the APS Provider division the authority to investigate an allegation of abuse, neglect, or exploitation (ANE) of an adult or child who receives a service from a provider who contracts with HHSC to provide Medicaid waiver or Medicaid state plan services and … [Read more...] about PPAT Notice For Draft Rule Amendments Regarding Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
New Letter to clarify guidance on reporting Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation and investigating incidents reportable to DADS
Provider Letter No. 17-03 - April 24 - DADS released a new provider letter to clarify guidance on reporting ANE to DFPS by an ICF/IID exempt from licensure (referred to in this Provider Letter as a “facility). Guidelines for Reporting Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (ANE) to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and Reporting Incidents to the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS). A flow chart showing the reporting requirements and a checklist to use … [Read more...] about New Letter to clarify guidance on reporting Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation and investigating incidents reportable to DADS
HCSSA Self-reports of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation and Provider Investigation Report Form
Provider Letter No. 16-22 HCSSA Self-reports of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation and Provider Investigation Report Form (DADS Form 3613) (Replaces PL 06-12) A HCSSA must self-report all allegations of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation (ANE) to both the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) as required by Texas Health and Safety Code §142.018 and the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Title 40, Part 1, Chapter 97, … [Read more...] about HCSSA Self-reports of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation and Provider Investigation Report Form