NF, Hospice, and ICF/IID: DADS provided a status of the Cost Avoidance Project implementation: Release 1 (August 2012), Release 2 (November 2012), and Release 3 (February 2013). (Letter) All providers: DADS alerted providers of three changes to the MESAV, effective November 2, 2012. An excerpt: 1) "Other Insurance Policies" Section A new section "Other Insurance Policies" will be added to the MESAV. Insurance policies for Long Term Care (LTC) individuals will be displayed on the … [Read more...] about ILs/News Alert: Cost Avoidance Project
TX Register Updates: Texas Medical Board Changes
***Providers and others can search issues of the Texas Register going back to 1976.*** The following information was obtained from the September 21 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notices HHSC adopted new per diem reimbursement rates for FY 2013, effective September 1, 2012: Pediatric Care Facility Special Reimbursement: $226.66 Large State-Operated ICF/IID Services, Large State-Operated ICF/IID Facilities - Medicaid Only clients: Adopted interim daily rate: $656.00 Large … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: Texas Medical Board Changes
PL/News Alerts: Form 2021 Update, 10/4 Webinar
HCSSAs: The letter serves as notice that DADS Form 2021 - License Application has been revised to include "Change of Information" on page 20. (Letter) -- DADS will provide joint training for HCSSAs and DADS staff to address the 10 most common deficiencies and violations of federal and state law. Go to this link to submit feedback by September 26, 2012. -- DADS will hold a webinar on October 4, 2012, from 1-2 p.m. on "Decreasing Inappropriate Use of Anti-psychotic Medications in the … [Read more...] about PL/News Alerts: Form 2021 Update, 10/4 Webinar
PL/News Alerts: Nursing Rules, 9/12 Session
All ICFs/ID: DADS informed providers that some of the Board of Nursing's rules may be viewed as more restrictive than the federal regulations. An excerpt: The BON standards are more restrictive than the ICF/IID federal regulations and/or state licensure rules regarding: • RN assessments for initial or annual staffings; • RN participation in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings that discuss RN assessments or nursing service plans (NSPs); • quarterly nursing physical examinations; • LVN … [Read more...] about PL/News Alerts: Nursing Rules, 9/12 Session
IL/PL & News Alerts: Resident Death Reports, 10/1 Meeting
CBA HCSSAs, DBMD, PHC, and CDS: DADS reminded these providers that claims submitted for Personal Assistance Services should be based on the actual days and hours that services were provided and documented on the consumer's timesheet, not on the period of time when he/she was in the hospital. (Letter) All licensed ICF/ID and NFs: DADS has changed the process for submitting resident death reports: The Texas Health and Safety Code, §260A.016 (formerly §242.134) and §252.134, requires a … [Read more...] about IL/PL & News Alerts: Resident Death Reports, 10/1 Meeting
TX Register Updates: 9/13 Hearing, Medicare Equalization
The following information was obtained from the August 31 issue of the Texas Register: DADS will hold a public hearing on Thursday, September 13, 2012, at 10 a.m. on the Long-Term Care Plan for ICFs/MR. The hearing will be held in the Public Hearing Room, 701 W. 51st, Austin. See the Texas Register for contact information. HHSC intends to submit Transmittal Number 12-035 to the Texas State Plan for Medical Assistance, which would exempt emergency ambulance transports and … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: 9/13 Hearing, Medicare Equalization
ILs and S&CC Memos: Respite, ICD-10-CM
DADS issued two information letters, and several Federal Survey and Certification letters of interest to nursing facilities. MDCP: DADS clarified that respite can occur in places other than the individual's residence. An excerpt: Respite provided in these settings should not be confused with out-of-home respite which is provided in the following licensed and/or contracted settings: • special care facilities • licensed day care facilities • hospitals • nursing facilities • camps … [Read more...] about ILs and S&CC Memos: Respite, ICD-10-CM
IL/PL and News Alerts: West Nile Virus, Upcoming Sessions
DADS released an information letter and a provider letter: Most providers, including ADC, AL, CMPAS, DBMD, Hospice, NF, and TxHmL: DADS alerted these providers to increased incident rates of the West Nile virus in Texas, its symptoms, and how to avoid it. (Letter) ICF/IID: DADS attached the answers to frequently asked questions from providers and stakeholders. An excerpt: Criminal History Checks Q: I conduct searches and review the criminal history reports of all job applicants. … [Read more...] about IL/PL and News Alerts: West Nile Virus, Upcoming Sessions
TX Register Updates: 8/28 Hearings, ICF/ID Supp. Payments
The following information was obtained in the August 17 issue of the Texas Register. Public Hearings HHSC will hold a public hearing on August 28, 2012, to receive comments on the proposed amendments to §354.1252 and new §354.1253 under Texas Administrative Code, Title 1, Chapter 354, Subchapter A, Division 16 concerning Certified Nurse Midwife Services: Conditions for Participation; and Licensed Midwife: Conditions for Participation. The hearing will take place from 10-11 a.m. On the … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: 8/28 Hearings, ICF/ID Supp. Payments
ILs: FY13 Cutoffs, PASRR Changes
DADS released four information letters: AFC, ALFs, CBA, CMPAS, DBMD, FC, ICF/ID, PACE, and others: • Fiscal Year (FY) 2010 Miscellaneous Claims Cutoff: NOON Wednesday, August 8, 2012 • FY12 Claims Processing Cutoff: NOON Thursday, August 23, 2012 (Letter) Community/State (Service Group 5) ICF/IID: • Fiscal Year (FY) 2010 Miscellaneous Claims Cutoff: NOON Wednesday, August 8, 2012 • FY12 Claims Processing Cutoff: NOON Thursday, August 23, 2012 (Letter) HSC and TxHmL: • Fiscal Year (FY) … [Read more...] about ILs: FY13 Cutoffs, PASRR Changes
