ICF/IID TRAINING (Tyler, Texas - Texas Department of State and Health Services office)ICF/IID providers operating in or near Tyler are encouraged to register and attend the DADS training sessions listed below. Providers can register on the DADS Joint Training webpage. March 22 8:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. Active Treatment in ICF/IIDMarch 23 8:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. Meeting Nursing Needs of Individuals with Intellectual DisabilitiesMarch 24 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. Understanding the Survey Process in … [Read more...] about ICF/IID Training
2016 Upper Payment Limit (UPL) Program
The enrollment period for non-state government-owned Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability or Related Conditions (ICF/IID) providers that would like to participate in all Quarters for the 2016 Upper Payment Limit (UPL) program, covering October 1, 2015 – March 31, 2016, closes on February 1, 2016. There is no “roll-over” enrollment. If you wish to enroll in all Quarters you must complete all forms, regardless if you completed them for the 2015 UPL program … [Read more...] about 2016 Upper Payment Limit (UPL) Program
Contracts, Roles, and Responsibilities between an ICF/IID and Hospice Provider
This letter is a NEW update - The Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) is re-issuing this letter to correct broken web links, correct outdated contact information and to update the requirements found in DADS rules at Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Title 40, Part 1, Chapter 97, Subchapter H, §97.880, Providing Hospice Care to a Resident of a Skilled Nursing Facility, Nursing Facility, or Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability (ICF/IID) or … [Read more...] about Contracts, Roles, and Responsibilities between an ICF/IID and Hospice Provider
Contracts, Roles, and Responsibilities between an ICF/IID and Hospice Provider
DADS issues Information Letter 14-43/Provider Letter 14-04 entitled Contracts, Roles, and Responsibilities between an Intermediate Care Facility/Individuals with an Intellectual Disability and Hospice Provider. This letter replaces Provider Letter 06-16 and Information Letter 06-31. Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) is re-issuing this letter to correct broken web links and to update the requirements found in DADS rules at Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Title 40, Part … [Read more...] about Contracts, Roles, and Responsibilities between an ICF/IID and Hospice Provider
Request for Medical Service Planning Documents for Individuals Residing in ICF/IID
DADS has issued Information Letter 14-40 / Provider Letter 14-15 regarding the Expansion of Medicaid Managed Care Acute Care Services – Request for Medical Service Planning Documents for Individuals Residing in an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability or Related Conditions. In accordance with the provisions of Senate Bill 7, 83rd Texas Legislature, Regular Session, 2013, an eligible individual residing in an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with … [Read more...] about Request for Medical Service Planning Documents for Individuals Residing in ICF/IID
Expansion of Medicaid Acute Care Services – Role of STAR+PLUS Acute Care Service Coordinator in Long-term Support Services Planning
Information Letter 14-38 outlines the Role of STAR+PLUS Acute Care Service Coordinator in Long-term Support Services Planning. In accordance with the provisions of Senate Bill 7, 83rd Texas Legislature, Regular Session, 2013, certain individuals residing in an Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability or Related Condition (ICF/IID) or receiving long-term services and support (LTSS) through the Home and Community-based Services (HCS), Texas Home Living … [Read more...] about Expansion of Medicaid Acute Care Services – Role of STAR+PLUS Acute Care Service Coordinator in Long-term Support Services Planning
Exceptions to Managed Care Expansion
DADS has issued Information Letter 14-37 stating… Effective September 1, 2014, acute care services (e.g., physician visits, prescriptions) for some residents of non-state operated intermediate care facilities for individuals with an intellectual disability or related conditions (ICF/IID) will change from fee for service to managed care. Individuals who enroll into the STAR+PLUS program will receive acute care services through STAR+PLUS, with two exceptions as described below. Behavioral … [Read more...] about Exceptions to Managed Care Expansion
