The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) has released two provider and two information letters:
- Guidelines for Reporting Incidents (replaces PL 1999-34)
In a provider letter, DADS notified ICFs/MR about changes in the guidelines for reporting incidents to DADS, effective immediately. The revised guidelines supersede guidelines dated October 1, 1999, for licensed ICFs/MR. Download the five-page letter for more information.
- Expired Licenses (replaces PL 05-49)
DADS informed All Assisted Living Facilities, Adult Day Care Facilities, Nursing Facilities, Home and Community Support Services Agencies, and ICFs/MR, about facility and agency license renewals. Holders must file a renewal application to prevent expiration. Download the provider letter for more information.
- Economic Stimulus Payments — Filing Deadline Extended to October 15, 2008
In a letter to Nursing Facility, Intermediate Care Facilities/Mental Retardation, and Community Program Providers, DADS provided information about the filing extension for the Economic Stimulus rebate. An excerpt from the letter:
Many individuals served by the Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) who do not have a federal tax filing requirement and do not usually file an income tax return may be eligible for a rebate through the Economic Stimulus Payment program. These people will need to file a 2007 Income Tax Return to be eligible for the rebate.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has extended the deadline to file IRS Form 1040A so eligible individuals may qualify for a rebate payment through the Economic Stimulus Payment program.
For more information, download the letter.
- Customized Power Wheelchairs Added as Medicaid Nursing Facility Program Service; Additional Information Provided
DADS informed Nursing Facilities about obtaining a Customized Power Wheelchair for an eligible recipient. The 11-page letter and attachment contains details about eligibility requirements, process for requesting, submission, approval process, and other important information. Download the letter and attachment here.
