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TANF Plan Now Available for Public Comment

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The draft renewal State Plan for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant assistance program is available for public comment through Oct. 17, 2016. You can email comments toLonnie.Bean@hhsc.state.tx.us. You can send written comments to:Lonnie Bean909 W. 45th Street, MC-2115Austin, TX 78751Visit us at Garlo Ward, PC. … [Read more...] about TANF Plan Now Available for Public Comment

Texas Becomes First State to Issue Standing Order for Mosquito Repellent to Fight Zika

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Texas Becomes First State to Issue Standing Order for Mosquito Repellent to Fight ZikaEligible Texas women on Medicaid can go straight to their pharmacist to pick up mosquito repellent, Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Charles Smith announced today. Texas Medicaid has issued a standing order for mosquito repellent prescriptions for women who are between the ages of 10 and 45 or pregnant. Ver comunicado de prensa en español | Information for Clients (PDF)Medicaid Will Pay for … [Read more...] about Texas Becomes First State to Issue Standing Order for Mosquito Repellent to Fight Zika

1115 Transformation Waiver: Overview

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1115 Transformation Waiver: Overview• The 1115 waiver allows Texas to achieve innovative solutions to complex problems. ?Texas Dual Eligible Integrated Care Pilot – March 1, 2015 ?Community First Choice – June 1, 2015 ?Managed care for children’s dental services lowered costs by 20% per enrollee while exceeding national standards (above 90th percentile) for annual dental visits in FY 2013. ?STAR Kids, a comprehensive managed care program to better coordinate care for children and youth with … [Read more...] about 1115 Transformation Waiver: Overview

Increased Period of Monitoring Individuals who have Transitioned from a State Supported Living Center (SSLC) to the Home and Community-based Services (HCS) Program

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The purpose of this information letter (IL) is to inform LIDDAs, effective October 2014, the monitoring report and additional information reported for individuals who transitioned from an SSLC to the HCS program was changed from one to five years. This change ensures the unique needs of individuals served in SSLCs continue to be met by the provider. In accordance with LA Broadcast Message #0837, sent May 31, 2013, LIDDAs are required to send its monitoring reports to the Texas Department of … [Read more...] about Increased Period of Monitoring Individuals who have Transitioned from a State Supported Living Center (SSLC) to the Home and Community-based Services (HCS) Program

DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top Job

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After Three Decades of Public Service, DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top JobAUSTIN – Judge John Specia Jr. announced his intention to retire as Commissioner of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) effective May 31, 2016."Judge Specia is a dynamic leader and has proven himself a true public servant for three decades," Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Chris Traylor said. "His career will always be defined by his commitment to children, … [Read more...] about DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top Job

Presentation to the Transition Legislative Oversight Committee on Transformation of the Health and Human Services System

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Texas Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Chris Traylor's presentation for today's Transition Legislative Oversight Committee meeting has been posted on the HHS Transformation website. Major Provisions of HHS Transformation LegislationReorganizes the HHS System, consolidating client services, regulatory functions, and residential facility operations at HHSCFocuses DSHS on public health functions and DFPS on protective services functionsTransfers vocational rehabilitation … [Read more...] about Presentation to the Transition Legislative Oversight Committee on Transformation of the Health and Human Services System

After Three Decades of Public Service, DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top Job

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After Three Decades of Public Service, DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top Job AUSTIN – Judge John Specia Jr. today announced his intention to retire as Commissioner of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) effective May 31, 2016. “Judge Specia is a dynamic leader and has proven himself a true public servant for three decades,” Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Chris Traylor said. “His career will always be defined by his commitment to … [Read more...] about After Three Decades of Public Service, DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top Job

HHS Transformation Public Hearing Dates Announced

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The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has scheduled public hearings in various areas of the state to take public comment regarding the transformation of the health and human services system. An online questionnaire for providing public comment is also available. Details on the public hearings and a link for accessing the online questionnaire are available on the HHS Transformation website. Visit us at Garlo Ward, PC. … [Read more...] about HHS Transformation Public Hearing Dates Announced