The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between January 16 and February 5.
1/19/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January19, 2016 – 01:30 PM
State Office Building, Rockport Conference Room, 601 Sesame Dr., Harlingen
Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing, in accordance with Texas Government Code Section 531.0204(c)(1), to receive comment on the proposed Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) System Transformation. Additional public hearings are scheduled in various locations around the state. Oral Testimony. Oral testimony at the hearing will be limited to three minutes per speaker. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the Texas HHS Transformation may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. on Jan. 22, 2016. Written comments may be submitted on-line or sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special or hand delivery, fax, or email. The addresses are as follows: U.S. Mail: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Penny Larkin, Transformation Specialist, Mail Code 1045, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Texas Health and Human Services Commission Attention: Penny Larkin, Transformation Specialist, Mail Code 1045, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, Texas 78751. Fax: Attention: Penny Larkin, Transformation Specialist, at 512-428 1961. Email: HHS_Transformation@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 19, 2016 – 02:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Transition to Managed Care Subcommittee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and accept October 20, 2015, and December 1, 2015, Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Transition to Managed Care Subcommittee meeting minutes. 3. Presentation on the STAR+PLUS enrollment packet and the managed care organization choice process. 4. Review and discuss draft value-added services (VAS) recommendations from the subcommittee. 5. Discuss coordination of transportation services between VAS and medical transportation. 6. Review draft Network Access Improvement Project letter. 7. Update on Regional Healthcare collaboration meetings. 8. Discussion of future meeting dates and agenda items. 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
1/20/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 20, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Rooms 1420 and, 1430, Austin
Children's Policy Council 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Old Business a. Review and approval of meeting minutes for October 22, 2015 (vote required).* b. Review and approval of meeting minutes for November 20, 2015 (vote required).* c. Follow-up on October 22, 2015, focus points discussion. I) Options for obtaining public input. II) New member solicitation 3. New Business a. Status update on Health and Human Services System Advisory Committee Recommendations. I) Briefing on overall process and timeline for establishing advisory committees. II) Discussion on a consolidated policy council for children and families (vote may be taken).* b. Briefing on Linking Actions for Unmet Needs in Children's Health project (grant funded by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration). c. Working session for 2016 Legislative Report. I) Report on Children's Policy Council work group call on November 20, 2015. II) Discussion on work plan and timeline for report. III) Topic prioritization discussion and exercise. IV) Topic selection (vote will be taken).* V) Assignments for researching and drafting report sections. 4. Action items for staff or member follow-up. 5. Public comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Jimmy Blanton, 512/380-4372
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 20, 2016 – 03:00 PM
Larry Combest Center, 301 40th St., Lubbock
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Managed Care Pilot. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is holding public meetings to ask people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), their families, and providers of IDD services to give input on a pilot program to use a managed care model to provide services for people with IDD. Stakeholders can provide input through public forums, webinars, or in writing. Comments can be submitted in writing until January 22, 2016, to IDDPilot@leavittpartners.com. HHSC is hosting these meetings in partnership with Leavitt Partners and Sellers Dorsey, two national healthcare consulting firms. Contact: To ask questions about the forums or webinars or about the public comment process, contact IDDPilot@leavittpartners.com.
1/21/2016
Texas Board of Nursing
January 21, 2016 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Nursing Regular Meeting. Agenda is available here.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
January 21, 2016 – 08:30 AM
1200 E. Anderson Lane Board Room, Austin
Coordinating Board Meeting The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board may convene in Executive Session at any point in this meeting, concerning any item listed in the agenda or to seek or to receive its attorney's advice on legal matters related thereto, pursuant to Texas Government Code Ann. 551.071. Public testimony: The presiding chair shall designate whether public testimony will be taken at the beginning of the meeting, at the time the related item is taken up by the Board after staff has presented the item, or any other time as determined by the presiding chair. For procedures on testifying please go to http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/public testimony. I. Call to Order: Opening Remarks and Strategic Planning Presentation A. Commissioner's Remarks B. Strategic Planning Presentation by Chancellor Bill McRaven, The University of Texas System II. Approval of Minutes A. October 22, 2015, Board Meeting III. Approval of the Consent Calendar A. Consent Calendar IV. Major Policy Discussion A. Strengthening Collaboration Between K-12 and Higher Education to Achieve the Goals of 60x30TX V. Recognition of Excellence A. Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi – eLine Military Program VI. Matters relating to the Full Board A. Consideration of adopting the Negotiated Rulemaking Committee's recommendation relating to Block Scheduling (House Bill 1583, 84th Texas Legislature) B. Consideration of adopting the Negotiated Rulemaking Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 15, Subchapter A, Section 15.10 of Board rules concerning the Texas Research Incentive Program (Senate Bill 44, 84th Texas Legislature) C. Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 21, Subchapter P, Sections 21.491; 21.493; 21.494; 21.495; and 21.497 of Board rules concerning Loan Repayment Program for Mental Health Professionals (Senate Bill 239, 84th Texas Legislature) VII. Matters relating to the Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning A. Committee Chair's Overview B. Public Testimony on Items Relating to the Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning C. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to approval of the Facilities Audit Report D. Report on the Community and Technical College Leadership Council activities E. Report on facilities projects that were submitted to the Coordinating Board F. Discussion of draft legislative recommendations for the 85th Texas Legislature G. Proposed Rules (1) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the proposed new section to Chapter 5, Subchapter A, General Provisions, Section 5.10 concerning tracking career information for graduates of Texas medical schools and persons completing medical residency programs in Texas (Senate Bill 295, 84th Texas Legislature) (2) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 21, Subchapter J, Sections 21.254, 21.258, 21.260, repeal of Sections 21.255-21.257, and new proposed Sections 21.255-21.257, of the Board rules, concerning the Physician Education Loan Repayment Program (PELRP) (3) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 21, Subchapter M, Sections 21.403 and 21.405, and new Section 21.410 concerning the Texas College Work-Study Program (S.B. 1750, 84tth Texas Legislature) (4) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 22, Subchapter K, Sections 22.197, and new Section 22.203 concerning the Provisions For Scholarships for Students Graduating in the Top 10 Percent of their High School Class (5) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 22, Subchapter L, Section 22.235 of Board rules, concerning the Towards EXcellence, Access & Success (TEXAS) Grant Program (6) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 22, Subchapter M, Section 22.261 of Board rules, concerning the Texas Educational Opportunity Grant Program (TEOG) VIII. Lunch IX. Matters relating to the Committee on Academic and Workforce Success A. Committee Chair's Overview B. Public Testimony on Items Relating to the Committee on Academic and Workforce Success C. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to requests for a new degree program: Texas A&M University (1) Master of Engineering (MENGR) degree with a major in Systems Engineering Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso (2) Master of Science (MS) degree with a major in Biomedical Sciences The University of Texas at Tyler (3) Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with a major in Nursing Practice The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (4) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree with a major in Organic Chemistry University of Houston – Clear Lake (5) Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) degree with a major in Health Service Psychology (Combined Clinical Psychology/School Psychology) D. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to issuance of a Request for Applications for the Autism Program E. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to issuance of a Request for Applications for the Minority Health Research and Education Grant Program F. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to issuance of a Request for Applications for the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (T-STEM) Challenge Scholarship Program G. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to issuance of a Request for Applications for the Engineering Recruitment Program-Engineering Summer Program (ERP-ESP) H. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to issuance of a Request for Applications for the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Basic Grant Program I. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to issuance of a Request for Applications for the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Leadership Grant Program J. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board to authorize the Commissioner of Higher Education to submit the 2015 report on the National Research University Fund to the Comptroller and Legislature K. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating the appointment of members to the Learning Technology Advisory Committee (LTAC) L. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the appointment of members to the Mexican-American Studies Field of Study Advisory Committee M. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the appointment of student representatives to the ApplyTexas Advisory Committee, the Graduate Education Advisory Committee, the Learning Technology Advisory Committee, and the Undergraduate Education Advisory Committee N. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the July 2015 Annual Compliance Reports for institutions under a Certificate of Authorization (Names beginning with "P" through "Z") O. Report to the Board on school closures and/or teach-outs pursuant to Chapter 7, Subchapter A, Section 7.7(5) P. Proposed Rules: (1) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 5, Subchapter C, Section 5.46 of Board rules, concerning criteria for new doctoral programs (2) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the new Chapter 1, Subchapter BB, Sections 1.9501 – 1.9507 of Board rules, concerning the establishment of the Architecture Field of Study Advisory Committee (3) Consideration of adopting the Committee
's recommendation to the Board relating to the new Chapter 26, Subchapter A, Sections 26.101-26.107 of Board rules, concerning an advisory committee to develop programs of study to the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Career Cluster (4) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the new Chapter 26, Subchapter B, Sections 26.121-26.127 of Board rules concerning an advisory committee to develop programs of study specific to the Architecture and Construction Career Cluster (5) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the new Chapter 26, Subchapter C, Sections 26.141-26.147 of Board rules concerning an advisory committee to develop programs of study specific to the Arts, Audio/Visual, Technology, and Communications Career Cluster (6) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the new Chapter 26, Subchapter D, Sections 26.161-26.167 of Board rules concerning an advisory committee to develop programs of study specific to the Business Management and Administration Career Cluster (7) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the new Chapter 26, Subchapter E, Sections 26.181-26.187 of Board rules concerning an advisory committee to develop programs of study specific to the Education and Training Career Cluster (8) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the new Chapter 26, Subchapter F, Sections 26.201-26.207 of Board rules concerning an advisory committee to develop programs of study specific to the Finance Career Cluster (9) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the new Chapter 26, Subchapter G, Sections 26.221-26.227 of Board rules concerning an advisory committee to develop programs of study specific to the Government and Public Administration Career Cluster (10) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the new Chapter 26, Subchapter H, Sections 26.241-26.247 of Board rules concerning an advisory committee to develop programs of study specific to the Health Science Career Cluster Q. Report on institutional requests acted on by the Commissioner or Assistant Commissioner since the previous Board meeting R. Report on the outcomes and expansion of the Summer Melt/Enrollment Blitz Initiative to support student success to and through higher education X. Matters relating to the Agency Operations Committee A. Committee Chairs' Overview B. Public Testimony on Items Relating to the Agency Operations Committee C. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the redistribution of Texas Research Incentive Program funds to the Emerging Research Universities D. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 1, Agency Administration E. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 4, Rules Applying to All Public Institutions of Higher Education in Texas F. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 5, Rules Applying to Public Universities, Health-Related Institutions, and/or Selected Public Colleges of Higher Education in Texas G. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 6, Higher Education, Training, and Research Funds H. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 7, Degree Granting Colleges and Universities Other Than Texas Public Institutions I. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 8, Creation, Expansion, Dissolution, or Conservatorship of Public Community College Districts J. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 9, Program Development in Public Two-Year Colleges K. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 11, Texas State Technical College System L. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 13, Financial Planning M. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 14, Research Funding Programs N. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 15, National Research Universities O. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 17, Facilities P. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 21, Student Services Q. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 22, Grant and Scholarship Programs R. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the four-year review of Coordinating Board Rules, Chapter 25, Optional Retirement Program S. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board regarding the Amended Fiscal Year 2016 Annual Compliance Monitoring Plan T. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 1, Subchapter A, Section 1.9 of Board rules concerning training for members of governing boards and board trustees (Senate Bill 24, 84th Texas Legislature) U. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board regarding the Amended Fiscal Year 2016 Annual Internal Audit Plan XI. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Dr. Raymund Paredes, 512/427-6101
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 21, 2016 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Promoting Independence Advisory Committee This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings/asp the day and time of the meeting. 1. Welcome and introductions 2. State Supported Living Center update. 3. Update on Department of Aging and Disability Services Sunset management recommendation 3.1 regarding day habilitation. 4. Home and community-based services settings update. 5. Community First Choice update. 6. Status report on individuals dependent on ventilators. 7. Employment services update 8. Public comment 9. Recruitment and retention strategies update. 10. STAR Kids update 11. Senate Bill 760 (84th Legislature, Regular Session, 2015) update. 12. Department of State Health Services 1915(i) waiver update. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: April Young, 512/424-6911
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 21, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Conference Room 5155, Fifth Floor, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Supported Employment and Employment Assistance for the Youth Empowerment Services Waiver Program. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing on January 21, 2016, at 9 a.m. to receive public comment on proposed revised payment rates for the Youth Empowerment Services (YES) waiver program operated by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 (relating to public hearing on rates) and Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Title 1, §355.105(g), (relating to general reporting and documentation, methods, and procedures) which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. HHSC proposes to revise payment rates for Supported Employment and Employment Assistance services for the YES waiver program from an hourly rate to a fifteen minute rate. The proposed rates will be effective February 15, 2016. Methodology and Justification. HHSC calculated the proposed payment rates in accordance with the rate setting methodologies codified in the TAC Title 1, §355.9060 (relating to reimbursement methodology for the Youth Empowerment Services waiver program). Briefing Package. On January 4, 2016, a briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml. Those interested may also obtain a free copy of the briefing package by contacting the HHSC Rate Analysis Department by U.S. mail addressed to HHSC, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030; by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us. In addition, free copies of the briefing package will be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or email. U.S. Mail: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, 4900 North Lamar , Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax:: Attention: Kyle Baxter at 512-730-7475. Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 21, 2016 – 01:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission. Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4530 ), Austin
Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Quality Subcommittee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and accept Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) System Redesign Advisory Committee Quality Subcommittee meeting minutes from November 10, 2015. 3. Discuss a user-friendly managed care complaint system. 4. Discuss training for managed care organizations regarding working with individuals with IDD. 5. Discuss agenda items for next meeting and set date. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
1/22/2016
Texas Board of Nursing
January 22, 2016 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Nursing Regular Meeting. Agenda is available here.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 22, 2016 – 09:00 AM
The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio, Christopher Goldsbury Building 5th floor Auditorium, 333 North Santa Rosa St., San Antonio
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 22, 2016 – 09:00 AM
909 West 45th St. (Austin State Hospital Campus. Building 552, Training Room 125 ), Austin
Joint Committee on Access and Forensic Services 1. Introductions 2. Opening remarks and review of meeting logistics. 3. Elect a chairperson 4. Review and discuss recommendations from the allocation subcommittee on an allocation methodology and utilization review protocol. 5. Determine recommendations for an allocation methodology and utilization review protocol. 6. Public comment 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Tamra Boyd, 512/206-5056
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
January 22, 2016 – 09:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510, Austin
Investigation Committee (1) Call to order. (2) Public comment. (3) Review and possible action on cases (4) Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Lea Weiss, 512/305-6900
Department of State Health Services
January 22, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Williamson County EMS, 321 West Eighth Street, Georgetown
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Advanced Practice Paramedic Task Force The Task Force will have a joint meeting of the GETAC's Medical Directors Committee, Education Committee, and EMS Committee. Call to Order/Roll Call – Sharon Malone, MD, Task Force Chair Call to Order/Roll Call – Jeff Beeson, DO, Medical Director Committee Chair Call to Order/Roll Call – Jodie Harbert, Education Committee Chair Call to Order/Roll Call – Dudley Wait, EMS Committee Chair Discussion and possible action on the following items – Task Force and Committees Members 1. Discuss findings from GETAC committee member research into Mobile Integration Healthcare/Community Health Paramedic/Advance Paramedic Programs best practices 2. Discuss the minimum educational standards required of the experienced paramedic executing a Community Health Program General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at discretion of Task Force and Committee Chairpersons) Summary for GETAC meeting report – Task Force and Committees Members Announcements – Sharon Malone, MD, Task Force Chair Review and list agenda items for next meeting – Sharon Malone, MD, Task Force Chair Next Meeting Date – Sharon Malone, MD, Task Force Chair Adjournment – Task Force and Committee Chairpersons. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
January 22, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Moreton Building, Room M-653, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Texas State Child Fatality Review Team Committee The State Child Fatality Review Team (SCFRT) Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: I. Roll Call and Establishment of Quorum II. Review & Approval of Meeting Minutes from the November 6th, 2015 Meeting III. Infant mortality presentation – Dr. Donald McCurnin IV. State Child Fatality Review Team Data – Raquel Flores V. Finalize State Child Fatality Review Team annual report recommendations VI. Updates from CFRT coordinator – Amy Bailey a) Injury Prevention Conference and regional trainings b) EMS record availability c) Child Safety CoIIN d) Team member lists Next Meeting: Friday May 6th, 2015 Location: San Antonio, TX (Injury Prevention Conference). Additional Information Contact: Amy Bailey, 512/776-2311
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 22, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501), Austin
Advisory Committee on Qualifications for Health Care Translators and Interpreters 1. Call to order 2. Approval of minutes from the July 2015 meeting (Vote required). 3. Election of officers (Vote required). 4. Discussion on disseminating information on the committee recommendations to the Executive Commissioner about qualifications for health care translators and interpreters. 5. Review of communication ideas discussed at informal meeting of September 18, 2015. 6. Public comment 7. Discuss goals, work plan, and schedule for committee for 2016. 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Paula Traffas, 512/438-2944
Texas Medical Disclosure Panel
January 22, 2016 – 10:30 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, Exchange Building, Room N-102, 8407 Wall Street, Austin
The Panel will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order I. Introduction of members and guests. II. Approval of minutes from the October 9, 2015 meeting. III. Discussion and possible addition of Circumcision to List A. IV. Review and discussion of updates to 25 TAC s601.2 – s601.3. a. (b) Cardiovascular system b. (g) Female genital system treatments and procedures c. (i) Integumentary system treatments and procedures d. (j) Male genital system e. (l) Musculoskeletal system treatments and procedures f. (p) Urinary system g. (s) Laparoscopic/Thoracoscopic surgery h. (v) Plastic surgery V. Discussion of any other updates to 25 TAC s601.2 – s601.9. VI. Update regarding study on readability levels of consent forms/lists. VII. Public Comment. VIII. Next meeting date. IX. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Pamela Adams, 512/834-6648
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 22, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Lena Pope Home, 3200 Sanguinet St., Amon Carter Center, Fort Worth
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Managed Care Pilot. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is holding public meetings to ask people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), their families, and providers of IDD services to give input on a pilot program to use a managed care model to provide services for people with IDD. Stakeholders can provide input through public forums, webinars, or in writing. Comments can be submitted in writing until January 22, 2016, to IDDPilot@leavittpartners.com. HHSC is hosting these meetings in partnership with Leavitt Partners and Sellers Dorsey, two national healthcare consulting firms. Contact: To ask questions about the forums or webinars or about the public comment process, contact IDDPilot@leavittpartners.com.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 22, 2016 – 02:00 PM
The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio, Christopher Goldsbury Building 5th floor Auditorium, 333 North Santa Rosa St., San Antonio
STAR Kids – Provider Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 22, 2016 – 06:00 PM
The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio, Christopher Goldsbury Building 5th floor Auditorium, 333 North Santa Rosa St., San Antonio
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
1/25/2016
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
January 25, 2016 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-225, Austin
Interagency Prescription Monitoring Program Work Group I. Call to Order and Welcome (9:00 a.m.) II. Introductions III. Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes Held October 19, 2015 IV. Update on Selection of Vendor V. Discussion Regarding Timeline of Project VI. Open Discussion VII. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Allison Benz, 512/305-8037
Health and Human Services Transition Legislative Oversight Committee
January 25, 2016 – 1:30 PM
Capitol Extension Building, E1.036 (Finance Room), Austin
The Transition Legislative Oversight Committee will meet on Monday, January 25, 2016 at 1:30pm to hear invited testimony only. Additional Information Contact: Sen. Nelson, 512/463-0112
1/26/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 26, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Hospitals of Providence Sierra Campus, Lower Level, 1625 Medical Center, El Paso
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 26, 2016 – 10:30 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission. Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
The Perinatal Advisory Council This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp the day and time of the meeting. 1. Call to order 2. Roll call 3. Approval of the minutes (Meeting November 17, 2015). 4. Status of draft rules proposed for Neonatal Levels of Care. 5. Status on House Bill 2131 Subcommittee recruitment.* 6. Lunch (Recess) 7. Discussion on Maternal Levels of Care.* 8. Public comment 9. Set agendas, dates, times, and locations of upcoming meetings in 2016. 10. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: David Williams, 512/380-4374
Senate Finance Committee
January 26, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Capitol Extension, E1.036 (Finance Room), Austin
The Senate Finance Committee will meet Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 1:00pm to hear testimony on the following interim charge: Monitor the state's progress in coordinating behavioral health services and expenditures across state government, pursuant to Article IX Sec. 10.04. Identify ways state agencies that provide mental health services are collaborating and taking steps to eliminate redundancy, create efficiency, utilize best practices, ensure optimal service delivery, and demonstrate expenditures are coordinated and in furtherance of a behavioral health statewide strategic plan. Identify barriers that prevent the coordination of behavioral health services. Make recommendations to maximize use of state funding for mental health. Those wishing to give public testimony, please limit prepared remarks to 3 minutes. If submitting written testimony, please submit 40 copies, with your name on each copy, to the Committee during the hearing. Contact: Stephanie Hoover 512-463-0370
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 26, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Hospitals of Providence Sierra Campus, Lower Level, 1625 Medical Center, El Paso
STAR Kids – Provider Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 26, 2016 – 03:00 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Day Habilitation and Employment Subcommittee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and accept Oct. 26, 2015, and Dec. 1, 2015, Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) System Redesign Advisory Committee Day Habilitation and Employment Services Subcommittee meeting minutes. 3. Discuss how other states are changing day habilitation services to employment-related services. 4. Discuss pre-vocational services in the Community Living Assistance and Support Services program and how the service works. 5. Discuss Texas oversight in day habilitations and how other states handle oversight of day habilitations. 6. Update on the day habilitation workgroup and other follow up items from the last meeting. 7. Discuss agenda items for next meeting and set date. 8. Adjourn Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Kathi Montalbano, IDD Specialist for Managed Care, Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program Division, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7409, or kathi.montalbano@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 26, 2016 – 06:00 PM
Hospitals of Providence Sierra Campus, Lower Level, 1625 Medical Center, El Paso
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
1/27/2016
Department of State Health Services
January 27, 2016 – 11:30 AM
Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, Room M100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. GETAC Council review of DSHS proposed rule revisions at Title 25 of Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157, with the goal of approving, rejecting or otherwise modifying the proposed revisions, as appropriate, to include the following sections: 157.2, entitled: Definitions; 157.3, entitled: Processing EMS Provider Licenses and Applications for EMS Personnel Certification and Licensure; 157.11, entitled: Requirements for an EMS Provider License; 157.12, entitled: Rotor-wing Air Ambulance Operations; 157.13, entitled: Fixed-wing Air Ambulance Operations; 157.14, entitled: Requirements for a First Responder Organization License; 157.16, entitled: Emergency Suspension, Suspension, Probation, Revocation or Denial of a Provider License; 157.32, entitled: EMS Education Program and Course Approval; 157.33, entitled: Certification; 157.34, entitled: Recertification; 157.36, entitled: Criteria for Denial and Disciplinary Actions for EMS Personnel and Applicants and Voluntary Surrender of a Certificate; 157.37, entitled: Certification or Licensure of Persons With Criminal Backgrounds; 157.38, entitled: Continuing Education; 157.39, entitled: Comprehensive Clinical Management Program Approval; 157.40, entitled: Paramedic Licensure; 157.43, entitled: Course Coordinator Certification; and 157.44, entitled: Emergency Medical Service Instructor Certification 157.122, entitled: Trauma Service Areas 157.123, entitled: Regional Advisory Councils General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 27, 2016 – 01:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd.(Health and Human Services Commission, Brown Heatly Building, Room 1420), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Housing Subcommittee Meeting 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Approval of September 23, 2015, and October 28, 2015, Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee, Housing Subcommittee meeting minutes. 3. Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs overview of the Section 811 Project Rental Assistance Program. 4. Discuss Texas Education Agency findings on the number of children with IDD aging out of the school system and how best to inform and address housing needs for the IDD community. 5. Discuss and set agenda items for future meeting. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
1/28/2016
Department of Aging and Disability Services
January 28, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Brown Heatly Building, Room 4530, 4900 N. Lamar, Austin
Long-term Care Facility Survey and Informal Dispute Resolution Council (S.B. 914) Public comment will not be taken at this meeting. Agenda: 1. Welcome and Introductions (roll call) 2. IDR Overview and Recommendation Parameters 3. DADS Regulatory Services Overview, Council Charges, and Schedule 4. Break 5. Discussion 6. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-3011
1/29/2016
Department of State Health Services
January 29, 2016 – 09:30 AM
Parkland Hospital, 5200 Harry Hines Blvd., Rm 01-490.02, Dallas
Injury Prevention Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order/Introductions Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Discussion about League of Women Voters request for firearm injury data for Texas 2. Discussion about evaluation of Hospital-Based Injury Prevention Components document 3. Update on development of Evidence-Based Texting/Driving Prevention fact sheet 4. Update on Texas Injury Prevention Leadership Symposium 5. Update on Texas Injury Prevention Conference 6. Scheduling of future meetings Announcements General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's Discretion) Meeting Summary Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
January 29, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, Conference Room M-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Promotor(a) or Community Health Worker (CHW) Training and Certification Advisory Committee Please check in with Security – someone will escort you to the Conference Room. Members of the public may also access the meeting through conference call and webinar. Go To Webinar access instructions: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3124369314125994498 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Welcome and introductions Approval of minutes (November 20, 2015) Public comment CHW Statewide Association Update Committee Business: – Finalize Advisory Committee 2015 Accomplishments and 2016 Planned Activities – Review and recommend to DSHS applications for certification of training institutions Financing for CHW Services in Medicaid Break Spotlight – CHW Partnership through Dia de La Mujer Latina (DML) and Houston Health and Human Services (HHS) – El Paso CHW/Promotor(a) Training Program Highlight: Familias Triunfadoras (FT) Oral Health Trainings for CHWs Program Update Committee Member Updates New business for consideration at next meeting Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Beatrice Smith, 512/776-2208
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 29, 2016 – 01:30 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
STAR+PLUS Stakeholder Meeting Call-in: 1-877-226-9790 Access Code: 1101316 This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp the day and time of the meeting. 1. Welcome 2. Dual Demonstration update 3. Financial update 4. STAR+PLUS Waiver interest list update. 5. Electronic Visit Verification update. 6. Long-Term Services and Supports update. 7. Health Plan Management update. 8. Questions regarding STAR+PLUS Program. Public comment will be taken on all agenda items except item. Additional Information Contact: Charles Bredwell, 512/462-6337
2/1/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 1, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Cook Children's Medical Center, Hochberger Auditorium, 801 Seventh Ave., Fort Worth
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 1, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Cook Children's Medical Center, Hochberger Auditorium, 801 Seventh Ave., Fort Worth
STAR Kids – Provider Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 1, 2016 – 06:00 PM
Cook Children's Medical Center, Hochberger Auditorium, 801 Seventh Ave., Fort Worth
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
2/3/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 3, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Rooms 1420 and, 1430), Austin
Proposed Name of Committee: Children and Youth Behavioral Health Subcommittee Subcommittee to the Behavioral Health Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Youth/Family/Experience presentation. 3. Approval of October 27, 2015, meeting minutes (Action). 4. Texas System of Care background and overview presentation. 5. Recess 6. Texas Children Recovering from Trauma background and overview presentation. 7. Community perspective presentation 8. Project updates 9. Youth Empowerment Services update. 10. Strategic planning 11. Public comment 12. Next steps and announcements. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sherri Hammack, 512/954-8563
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