The following information was obtained from the October 4 issue of the Texas Register. Public Hearing and Notices HHSC will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 22, 2013, at 9 a.m. to receive public comment on proposed rates for hospice routine home, continuous home, inpatient respite, and general inpatient care. The hearing will be held in the Public Hearing Room, Brown Heatly Building, located at 4900 North Lamar, Austin. HHSC intends to submit an amendment to the Texas State … [Read more...] about TX Register Updates: 10/22 Hearing, BON Changes
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
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
HIPAA Alert!!
Don't forget the September 23, 2013 deadline to comply with the HIPAA mega rule. Focus on the following: Business Associate Agreements Updating "Notice of Privacy Practices" Adding privacy and security changes to policies and procedures Revising your security breach protocol Encrypting as much as possible Educating staff about the new requirements Also, please note that breaches by your business associates and their subcontractors are your responsibility under the new rules. … [Read more...] about HIPAA Alert!!
DADS News Alerts: 9/9 Webinar, 10/8 Meeting, Save-the-dates
-- The next enrollment training for entities interested in becoming a Financial Management Services Agency will be held October 16-18, 2013 at the William B. Travis State Office Building, Room 1-111, 1701 Congress Ave., Austin, Room 1-111. See the DADS page for more information. -- DADS reminded providers that a mandatory upgrade to the CMSNet Juniper Client will begin for western states, which includes Texas, on August 31, 2013. The CMSNet page has more information. -- DADS will hold a … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts: 9/9 Webinar, 10/8 Meeting, Save-the-dates
IL and PLs: Aging in Place, Nursing Changes
DADS released a provider letter and an information/provider letter. AL: DADS advised providers that the required AL disclosure forms have been updated to include language about aging in place. (Letter) HCS, TxHmL, and ICF/IID with a Capacity of 13 or Fewer Beds: The legislature requires DADS and the Board of Nursing to conduct a pilot program to evaluate LVNs who provide on-call services by telephone to individuals receiving services for these providers. As part of the program's … [Read more...] about IL and PLs: Aging in Place, Nursing Changes
Texas Register Updates: Contract Award, Nursing Changes
The following information was obtained from the August 16 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notices DADS published this notice of an emergency waiver and consulting contract award. McKesson Health Solutions is the consultant contracted to provide an assessment of the functionality of an electronic health record system currently in use by DADS SSLCs. See the Texas Register for details. HHSC intends to submit Transmittal Number 13-025 to the Texas State Plan for Medical Assistance to … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: Contract Award, Nursing Changes
DADS News Alerts: 9/17, 9/24 Meetings
-- The State Supported Living Centers invited comments on new Draft of Policy #055 (PDF), Use of Protective Devices. Please address comments and questions to Eric Moorad, Policy/Rules Coordinator, at eric.moorad@dads.state.tx.us or via fax at 512-438-4605 by close of business Wednesday, August 28, 2013. -- DADS reminded providers about the Culture Change: Moving Forward in Texas - A Joint Conference presented by TxCCC and DADS to be held on Tuesday, September 24, 2013. Registration is … [Read more...] about DADS News Alerts: 9/17, 9/24 Meetings
ILs and PLs: FY2013 Closeout Cutoffs, Nursing Services
DADS released four information letters and two provider letters. Fiscal Year 2013 Cutoff Dates for Year-end Closeout Processing for Community/State (Service Group 5) ICF/ID Fiscal Year 2013 Cutoff Dates for Year-end Closeout Processing for ADC, AL, CBA, DAHS, Hospice, MDCP NF, PACE, and others Fiscal Year 2013 Cutoff Dates for Year-end Closeout Processing for HCS and TxHml NF: An individual must complete a training program and competency evaluation approved by DADS before it lists … [Read more...] about ILs and PLs: FY2013 Closeout Cutoffs, Nursing Services
Texas Register Updates: 8/20 Hearing, Nursing Changes
The following information was obtained from the August 9 issue of the Texas Register. Public Notice and Hearing HHSC is accepting applications for representatives to serve on the Texas Nonprofit Council. An excerpt: Membership on the Council requires participation in Council meetings. At least three meetings of the Texas Nonprofit Council will be held in Austin, Texas each year, and may extend through August 2016. Members will not receive compensation for participation on the Texas … [Read more...] about Texas Register Updates: 8/20 Hearing, Nursing Changes
