The following state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between October 10 and October 30.
10/12/2015
Department of State Health Services
October 12, 2015 – 11:00 AM
Dell Children's Hospital, 4900 Mueller Blvd., Austin
Pediatrics Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review DSHS EMS rules at Title 25 of Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157, and provide input on proposed revisions or amendments, including DSHS staff's draft proposed revisions/amendments to 25 TAC 157, sections: 157.2, entitled: Definitions; 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; 157.38, entitled: Continuing Education; 157.39, entitled: Comprehensive Clinical Management Program Approval; 157.40, entitled: Paramedic Licensure; and 157.43, entitled: Course Coordinator Certification. 2. Review of latest version of the GETAC Strategic Plan 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, 512/776-2150
10/13/2015
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
October 13, 2015 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 2 Room 400 A, Austin
Enforcement Committee Meeting. The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners' Enforcement Committee will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the committee which are listed in the agenda, as follows: Pending Complaints (including cases recommended for closure) #s: 2014-152, 2015-017, 2015-053, 2015-159 2015-183, 2015-197, 2015-198, 2015-201, 2015-222, 2015-223, 2015-224, 2015-226, 2015-228, 2015-235, 2015-236, 2015-237, 2015-238, 2015-245, 2015-246, 2015-247, 2015-256, 2015-260, 2015-261, 2015-264, 2015-266, 2015-267, 2015-277, 2015-278, 2015-282, 2015-283, 2015-289, 2016-001. Requests to expunge #'s: 2013-085, 2013-102. Discussion and recommendation concerning Informal Conference procedures consistent with Board rules. Discussion and recommendations for Rule Committee concerning X-rays and the handling of records consistent with Board rules. Discussion and recommendations for Rule Committee concerning Maximum Sanctions Table in accordance with the Chiropractic Act section 201.503. Discussion and recommendations for Rule Committee concerning rules to prevent fraud in accordance with the Chiropractic Act Section 201.1555. Discussion and recommendations for Rule Committee concerning modification of complaint procedures presently codified under 22 TAC section 78.8. The Committee may meet from time to time in Executive Session with respect to the above items as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code. Additional Information Contact: Mary Feys, 512/305-6901
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
October 13, 2015 – 11:00 AM
Lone Star College, Tomball Health Science Building, 111K 700 Graham Drive, Tomball
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
10/14/2015
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
October 14, 2015 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 3-825, Austin
The Executive Committee of the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the Committee which are listed on this agenda. The Committee may meet from time-to-time in executive session with respect to the agenda items as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code. 4. Executive committee business Cynthia Tays, D.C. 4.1 President's Report Dr. Cynthia Tays may make a brief oral report to the Board on matters of current interest, including committee assignments. 4.2 Executive Director and Staff Director's Reports The Executive and Staff Directors will present written and oral reports to the Board concerning matters germane to each position. Directors will answer questions from the board members concerning any agency operations, legislative issues and other matters of concern to the Board. 4.2.1 Executive Director's Report Interim Executive Director, Bryan Snoddy, will present an oral report to the Board concerning recent agency activities, highlight important agency objectives and other matters of concern to the Board. 4.2.2 Chief Financial Officer's Report Chief Financial Officer, James Cogburn, will present written and oral reports to the Board concerning the final quarter of 2015, annual financial reports and other matters of financial importance to the Board. 4.2.3 Director of Licensure and Education's Report Director of Licensure and Education, Jennifer Hertsenberg, will present written and oral reports to the Board concerning licensure and education metrics for the final quarter of 2015 and an overview of the annual metrics in comparison to the previous year. 4.2.4 Director of Compliance and Investigations Report Director of Compliance and Investigations, Scott Parker, will present written and oral reports to the Board concerning metrics on the compliances actions taken during the final quarter of 2015 and an overview of the annual metrics in comparison to the previous year. 4.3 Discussion of Sunset Self-Evaluation Report The Board will discuss the agency's Sunset Self-Evaluation Report. 4.4 Approval of Contracts The Board will discuss and vote to approve any contracts and/or contract extensions for which Board approval is needed. 4.5 Outgoing Board Member Discussion The Board will discuss appointments (if any) of future Board members. Outgoing Board members Dr. Larry Montgomery, Dr. Patrick Thomas, and Ms. Anne Boatright terms all expired in February of 2015. 4.6 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Jo Manning, 512/305-6906
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
October 14, 2015 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 3-825, Austin
The Licensure and Educational Committee of the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the Committee which are listed on this agenda. The Committee may meet from time-to-time in executive session with respect to the agenda items as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code. 7. Licensure and educational standards committee business 7.1 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. Additional Information Contact: Jo Manning, 512/305-6906
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
October 14, 2015 – 09:30 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 3-825, Austin
The Rules Committee of the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the Committee which are listed on this agenda. The Committee may meet from time-to-time in executive session with respect to the agenda items as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code. 8. Rules committee business 8.1 Discussion and Consideration of Rule Amendments and Repeals 8.1.1 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendments to Rule 78.8, 79.2, and 79.10 to permit service by electronic-mail upon agreement by the licensee/facility owner/respondent. 8.1.2 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.6(a) (Required Fees and Charges) and associated amendments to Rules 72.2, 73.3, and 74.2. 8.1.3 Discussion and consideration to adopt amended rules pursuant to statutory provisions concerning Licensing of Military Service Member, Military Veterans, and Military Spouses. 8.1.4 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rule 77.10 (Rules to Prevent Fraud). 8.1.5 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.8 (Complaint Procedures) and associated rule 78.16. 8.1.6 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.10(b) (Schedule of Sanctions). 8.1.7 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 77.7 (Request for Information and Records from Licensees). 8.1.8 Discussion and consideration to adopt new rule to Chapter 80, concerning General Regulatory Provisions – Job Notices and Training, as required by House Bill 3337. 8.1.9 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule to Chapter 80.5, concerning General Regulatory Provisions – Contract Monitoring, as required by Senate Bill 20. 8.1.10 Discussion and consideration to adopt a new Rule 75.8 to Chapter 75, concerning Licenses and Renewals, as required by Occupations Code 112.051. 8.1.11 Discussion and consideration to adopt a new rules to Chapter 77, concerning obstruction of Board proceedings. 8.1.12 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rules 73.4 and 75.1 to require maintenance of an electronic-mail address for official communication purposes. 8.1.13 Discussion and consideration of Rule Review for Chapter 73. 8.2 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues 8.3 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Jo Manning, 512/305-6906
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
October 14, 2015 – 01:00 PM
333 Guadalupe St., Austin
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners. The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the Board which are listed on this agenda. The Board may meet from time-to-time in executive session with respect to the agenda items as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code. 1. Call to order, roll call & establishment of a quorum Call to Order, Roll Call and Establishment of a Quorum. Vote as necessary on excusing any absent board members. 2. Approval of minutes Approval of Minutes from the August 20, 2015 Board Meeting. 3. Public comments Forum for licensees, the general public or other interested stakeholders to address the Board. 4. Executive committee business 4.1 President's Report Dr. Cynthia Tays may make a brief oral report to the Board on matters of current interest, including committee assignments. 4.2 Executive Director and Staff Director's Reports The Executive and Staff Directors will present written and oral reports to the Board concerning matters germane to each position. Directors will answer questions from the board members concerning any agency operations, legislative issues and other matters of concern to the Board. 4.2.1 Executive Director's Report Interim Executive Director, Bryan Snoddy, will present an oral report to the Board concerning recent agency activities, highlight important agency objectives and other matters of concern to the Board. 4.2.2 Chief Financial Officer's Report Chief Financial Officer, James Cogburn, will present written and oral reports to the Board concerning the final quarter of 2015, annual financial reports and other matters of financial importance to the Board. 4.2.3 Director of Licensure and Education's Report Director of Licensure and Education, Jennifer Hertsenberg, will present written and oral reports to the Board concerning licensure and education metrics for the final quarter of 2015 and an overview of the annual metrics in comparison to the previous year. 4.2.4 Director of Compliance and Investigations Report Director of Compliance and Investigations, Scott Parker, will present written and oral reports to the Board concerning metrics on the compliance actions taken during the final quarter of 2015 and an overview of the annual metrics in comparison to the previous year. 4.3 Discussion of Sunset Self-Evaluation Report The Board will discuss the agency's Sunset Self-Evaluation Report. 4.4 Approval of Contracts The Board will discuss and vote to approve any contracts and/or contract extensions for which Board approval is needed. 4.5 Outgoing Board Member Discussion The Board will discuss appointments (if any) of future Board members. Outgoing Board members Dr. Larry Montgomery, Dr. Patrick Thomas, and Ms. Anne Boatright terms all expired in February. 5. Executive session 5.1 The Board may meet in Executive Session for consultation with counsel pursuant to Section 551.071, Government Code, wherein the Board and essential staff will receive a briefing from assigned Assistant Attorney General and General Counsel concerning pending or contemplated litigation and settlement offers including but not limited to: 5.1.1 Texas Medical Association lawsuit against the Board, including remand, concerning Diagnosis. 5.1.2 Texas Medical Association lawsuit against the Board regarding Rule 75.17 Scope allowing DCs to perform Vestibular-Ocular-Nystagmus testing and challenge to diagnosis, as well as TMA challenge to definitions of musculoskeletal system and subluxation complex. 5.1.3 Texas Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine lawsuit against the Board, including appeal, regarding the Board allowing certain chiropractors to perform acupuncture within scope of practice. 5.2 The Board may meet in Executive Session for deliberation on the appointment, employment, evaluation, or duties of the Executive Director, pursuant to Section 551.074, Government Code. The Board will reconvene in open session after Executive Session to vote on items considered in Executive Session as necessary. 6. Consideration of motions related to items discussed in executive session Board members will have the opportunity to offer motions related to any items discussed in Executive Session. 6.1 Consideration of Motions Related to Executive Session. 7. Licensure and Educational Standards Committee business 7.1 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 8. Rules committee business 8.1 Discussion and Consideration of Rule Amendments and Repeals 8.1.1 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendments to Rule 78.8, 79.2, and 79.10 to permit service by electronic-mail upon agreement by the licensee/facility owner/respondent. 8.1.2 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.6(a) (Required Fees and Charges) and associated amendments to Rules 72.2, 73.3, and 74.2. 8.1.3 Discussion and consideration to adopt amended rules pursuant to statutory provisions concerning Licensing of Military Service Member, Military Veterans, and Military Spouses. 8.1.4 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rule 77.10 (Rules to Prevent Fraud). 8.1.5 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.8 (Complaint Procedures) and associated rule 78.16. 8.1.6 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.10(b) (Schedule of Sanctions). 8.1.7 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 77.7 (Request for Information and Records from Licensees). 8.1.8 Discussion and consideration to adopt new rule to Chapter 80, concerning General Regulatory Provisions – Job Notices and Training, as required by House Bill 3337. 8.1.9 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule to Chapter 80.5, concerning General Regulatory Provisions – Contract Monitoring, as required by Senate Bill 20. 8.1.10 Discussion and consideration to adopt a new Rule 75.8 to Chapter 75, concerning Licenses and Renewals, as required by Occupations Code 112.051. 8.1.11 Discussion and consideration to adopt a new rules to Chapter 77, concerning obstruction of Board proceedings. 8.1.12 Discussion and consideration to propose amendment to Rules 73.4 and 75.1 to require maintenance of an electronic-mail address for official communication purposes. 8.1.13 Discussion and consideration of Rule Review for Chapter 73. 8.2 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 9. Enforcement committee business 9.1 Consideration of Accepted Agreed Orders. The Board will receive a report from the Enforcement Committee concerning Agreed Orders that have been recommended by the Enforcement Committee and accepted by the Respondents pursuant to the Chiropractic Act s201.554. 9.1.1 Case #2014-018 9.1.2 Case #2014-126 9.1.3 Case #2015-081 9.1.4 Case #2015-116 9.1.5 Case #2015-155 9.1.6 Case #2015-181 9.1.7 Case #2015-202 9.1.8 Case #2015-205 9.2 Consideration of Requests to Expunge Records 9.2.1 Case #2013-085 9.2.2 Case #2013-102 9.3 Consideration of Board Orders 9.3.1 Case #2014-256 9.4 Consideration of Cease and Desist Orders 9.4.1 Case #2014-243 9.4.2 Case #2015-248 9.4.3 Case #2015-258 9.5 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 10. Miscellaneous 10.1 Call for future items for discussion and/or consideration by the Board 10.2 Future Meeting Dates The planned Board meeting dates for Calendar Years 2015 and 2016 are: February 18, 2016 May 16, 2016 (Tuesday) August 18, 2016 November 17, 2016 *Note: All planned board meeting dates after this meeting may be found on the agency's website under Calendar at: www.tbce.state.tx.us. All dates are tentative until posted in the Texas Register. The next Enforcement Committee date, apart from the board meetings, is scheduled for: January 12, 2016 10.3 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Jo Manning, 512/305-6906
10/15/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 15, 2015 – 09:00 AM
4900 N 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. Public comment 3. Home and community-based services regulation transition plan update. 4. State supported living centers update. 5. State agency updates a. Department of State Health Services update. b. Department of Family and Protective Services update. c. Department of Aging and Disability Services update. d. Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs update. e. Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services update. f. Texas Workforce Commission update. g. Health and Human Services Commission update. 6. Money Follows the Person Demonstration update. 7. Community First Choice Development and Implementation Council update. 8. Electronic visit verification update. 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: April Young, 512/424-6911
Department of Family and Protective Services
October 15, 2015 – 02:00 PM
701 W 51st St, John H. Winters Bldg, Public Hearing Rm, 125-E, Austin
Family and Protective Services Council Work session: 1. Call to Order. 2. Staff Briefings: a. Impact Modernization. 3. New Business: a. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC, Chapter 745, Licensing, Subchapter O, Independent Court Ordered Adoption Evaluations. b. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC, Chapter 745, Licensing, relating to public notice and hearing requirements and administrator licensing. c. Recommendation to propose rule changes to 40 TAC, Chapter 700, Subchapter E, Division 1 relating to Child Protective Services Intake, Investigation and Assessment. d. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC Chapter 700, Subchapter L, relating to frequency and conduct of permanency planning meetings. 4. Adjourn. * Denotes action item. Additional Information Contact: Lesley Guthrie, 512/438-4308
10/16/2015
Department of Family and Protective Services
October 16, 2015 – 09:00 AM
701 W 51st St, John H. Winters Bldg, Public Hearing Rm, 125-E, Austin
Family and Protective Services Council 1. Call to Order. 2. Reading, Corrections, and Approval of Minutes of June 18, 2015, regular meeting.* 3. Agency Briefings: a. Embracing Permanency: A Call to Action. b. Statewide Intake Fiscal Year 2015 in Review. c. Commissioner's Report: Making Great Strides Tour; Administrative Update; Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards; Domestic Violence Awareness Month; APS Reorganization and Financial Exploitation Awareness Month; Rules Update and Notification of Rule Adoption; Worker Safety; Prevention and Early Intervention Consolidation, Partners in Prevention Conference, HOPES/Military Grants; Financial Children's Rights Lawsuit Update. d. Chair's Report. 4. Public Testimony. 5. New Business: a. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC, Chapter 745, Licensing, Subchapter O, Independent Court Ordered Adoption Evaluations.* b. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC, Chapter 745, Licensing, relating to public notice and hearing requirements and administrator licensing.* c. Recommendation to propose rule changes to 40 TAC, Chapter 700, Subchapter E, Division 1 relating to Child Protective Services Intake, Investigation and Assessment.* d. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC Chapter 700, Subchapter L, relating to frequency and conduct of permanency planning meetings.* 6. Adjourn. *Denotes Action Item. Additional Information Contact: Lesley Guthrie, 512/438-4308
10/19/2015
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
October 19, 2015 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-225, Austin
Agenda I. Call to Order and Welcome (9:00 a.m.) II. Introductions III. Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes Held July 13, 2015 IV. Update on Funding for Transfer of the Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) for FY2016 V. Discussion Regarding Suggested Modifications to the PMP VI. Open Discussion VII. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Allison Benz, 512/305-8037
10/20/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 20, 2015 – 09:30 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building,Room 2301, Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Transition to Managed Care Subcommittee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and accept August 17, 2015, and September 23, 2015, Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) System Redesign Advisory Committee Transition to Managed Care Subcommittee meeting minutes. 3. Regional community healthcare collaboration. 4. Consumer education and access to information. 5. Access to Medicaid Managed Care providers. 6. Value-added services for the IDD population. 7. Discussion of future agenda items. 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
Department of State Health Services
October 20, 2015 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, Moreton Bldg, Rm M-653, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order Discussion, public comment, and possible action on the following items: (Public comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) 1. GETAC strategic planning session in accordance with Health and Safety Code, Chapter 773, Section 773.012(l). General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Review and list agenda items for next meeting Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-2150
10/21/2015
Statewide Health Coordinating Council
October 21, 2015 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services Campus, Moreton Bldg., Room M-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Texas Center for Nursing Workforce Studies (TCNWS) Advisory Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Establish Quorum and Approval of Excused Absences 3. Review of October 21, 2015 Agenda 4. The following items are for discussion and possible action: A. Approval of Minutes of June 3, 2015 Meeting B. Review and Approval of 2015 Governmental Public Health Nurse Staffing Study Reports – Tim Hawkins and Frank Gonzalez C. Update from the TCNWS – Pam Lauer D. New Appointments to the Advisory Committee (TCNWSAC) E. Review and Approval of the FY 14-15 Biennial Report F. Review and Approval of the FY 16-17 Operations Plan G. Organizational Updates – Texas Nurses Association – Cindy Zolnierek – Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board – Donna Carlin H. Presentation of Preliminary Texas Nursing Workforce Supply and Demand Projections 5. Final Announcements and Public Comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Pam Lauer, 512/776-6723
Texas Board of Nursing
October 21, 2015 – 01:00 PM
701 East 11TH Street, Austin
Texas Board of Nursing Board Retreat Agenda I. Sunset Review Process and Timeline II. Development and Application of the Board Disciplinary Matrix and Contested Case Process. Additional Information Contact: Patricia Cabrera, 512/305-6811
10/22/2015
Texas Board of Nursing
October 22, 2015 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Nursing Regular Meeting October 22-23, 2015 Agenda will be posted soon
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 22, 2015 – 09:00 AM
701 West 51st St. (Department of Aging and Disability Services,
John H. Winters Building, Public, Hearing Room), Austin
Drug Utilization Review Board 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of minutes from July 23, 2015, Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Board meeting. (Vote required) 3. Retrospective DUR: Larry Dent, Pharm. D., BCPS. (Xerox Heritage, LLC). a. Report on recent retrospective DUR interventions sent: i. Atypical antipsychotics: Optimization of use ii. Diabetes disease management b. Report on recent retrospective DUR interventions outcome: i. Atypical antipsychotics: Coordination of care ii. Hypertension management iii. Hyperlipidemia management c. Retrospective DUR proposals: (Vote required)* i. Depression: Effective antidepressant management ii. Metabolic syndrome management 4. Prospective prior authorization proposals (Clinical Edits): Christina Faulkner, Pharm. D. (Health Information Designs, LLC.). (Vote Required)* a. PCSK9 Inhibitors b. Neuropathic Pain c. Topical Acne 5. Retrospective drug use, criteria for outpatient use in Vendor Drug Program: Jennifer Seltzer, Pharm. D. (University of Texas San Antonio). (Vote required)* a. Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors b. Aprepitant (Emend') c. Exenatide (Byetta', Bydureon') d. Pramlintide (Symlin') e. Rifaximin (Xifaxan') f. Serotonin 5-HT3 Receptor Antagonists. 6. Next meeting date: January 21, 2016. 7. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Joe Urtado, 512/707-6099
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 22, 2015 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Rooms 1420-1430), Austin
Children's Policy 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. Welcome and introductions 2. Approval of July 23, 2015, meeting minutes (vote required). 3. New officer presentation 4. STAR Kids presentation led by Brian Dees. 5. Committee updates 6. 2016 CPC focus points discussion. a) New member solicitation b) Formation of new committees c) Options for gaining more public input. d) Impact of new legislation on access to care for families. 7. Public comment 8. Closing remarks 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Vicki Magee, 512/420-2826
Department of State Health Services
October 22, 2015 – 11:00 AM
East Texas Medical Center Pavilion, 801 Clinic Drive, Tyler
Emergency Medical Services Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review entirety of DSHS EMS rules at Title 25 of Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157, and provide input on proposed revisions or amendments, including DSHS staff's draft proposed revisions/amendments to 25 TAC 157, 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. 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, 512/776-2150
Texas Board of Nursing
October 22, 2015 – 02:00 PM
333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 3-460, Austin
Texas Board of Nursing Board of Nursing. Notice of public hearing for Consideration of a Proposal from Lamar State College – Port Arthur To Establish An Associate Degree Nursing Education Program in Port Arthur, Texas Date and Time: October 22, 2015 at 2 PM Place: Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe Street Tower 2, Room 225 Austin, Texas The Board will hear testimony from individuals who wish to present information concerning the proposal. Written testimony will also be considered and should be received in the Board's office by October 1, 2015. Address written testimony to: Katherine A. Thomas, MN, RN, FAAN, Executive Director Texas Board of Nursing 333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 3-460 Austin, Texas 78701-3942. Additional Information Contact: Sandi Emerson, 512/463-4631
10/23/2015
Texas Board of Nursing
October 23, 2015 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Nursing Regular Meeting October 22-23, 2015 Agenda will be posted soon
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 23, 2015 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building,Public Hearing, Rooms 1420-1430), Austin
Consumer Direction Workgroup. 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. Approval of minutes of March 13, 2015, May 29, 2015, and August 7, 2015, meetings (Vote required). 3. Chair report on workgroup-related activities since the last meeting. 4. Presiding officer report on workgroup-related activities since the last meeting. 5. Public comment 6. Lunch (recess) 7. Approval of subcommittee recommendations (Vote required). a. Employer Support b. Quality Improvement c. Service Expansion 8. Sub-committee update status reports. a. Employer Support b. Quality Improvement c. Service Expansion 9. State agency reports a. Department of Aging and Disability Services b. Department of State Health Services c. Health and Human Services Commission 10. Public comment 11. Closing remarks and adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Maria Benedict, 512/730-7429
10/27/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 27, 2015 – 10:30 AM
701 West 51st St. (Department of Aging and Disability Services, John H. Winters Building, Room, 551M), Austin
Employment First Task Force Subcommittee on Senate Bill 1226 Compliance 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Finalize purpose and goals of the Subcommittee on Senate Bill 1226 Compliance. 3. Review Employment First 2016 report. a. Discuss and determine which recommendations have been implemented and no longer need to be included. b. Discuss and determine which recommendations may require legislation. c. Discuss and determine any remaining recommendations needed. 4. Health and Human Services Commission report on process of Employment First policy adoption for health and human services agencies. 5. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: April Young, 512/424-6911
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 27, 2015 – 01:00 PM
8001 Centre Park Dr. (The Arc of Texas, Conf. Room 100), Austin
Employment First Task Force 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review of September 11, 2015, meeting summary. 3. Chair report on activities related to the Employment First Task Force. 4. Reports from subcommittees a. Subcommittee on education and outreach. b. Subcommittee on report writing. c. Subcommittee on compliance with Senate Bill 1226. 5. Review and select legislative initiatives. 6. Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) discussion of 2016 Employment First Task Force report. 7. State agency updates a. DADS b. Health and Human Services Commission. c. Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services. 8. Discussion of future agenda items. 9. Confirm next meeting date and location. 10. Public comments 11. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Marc Mullins, 512/438-3641
10/28/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 28, 2015 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Women's Health Advisory Committee This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to http://hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp the day and time of the meeting. 1. Call to order 2. Presentation and discussion of women's health program client service benefits package.* 3. General public comment 4. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Kristen Gonzales, 512/776-6661
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 28, 2015 – 01:00 PM
701 West 51st St. (Department of Aging and Disability Services, John H. Winters Bldg, Public Hearing Room, 701 W 51st St.), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Housing Subcommittee Meeting 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Approval of August 26, 2015, and September 23, 2015, Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) System Redesign Advisory Committee (SRAC), Housing Subcommittee meeting minutes. 3. Independent Housing Models for People with IDD, presentation by Ashley Sanchez, Director/President of Adults Independent and Motivated (AIM). 4. Review housing scenarios for approval by the full IDD SRAC on October 29, 2015. 5. Discuss and set agenda items for future meeting. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 28, 2015 – 03:00 PM
701 West 51st St. (Department of Aging and Disability Services, John H. Winters Building, Public, Hearing Room 125C), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Employment/Day Habilitation Subcommittee Meeting 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Discuss Employment/Day Habilitation survey results. 3. Discuss purpose and goals of the subcommittee. 4. Review and discuss the employment ideas list. 5. Discuss frequency of future meetings and member availability. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
10/30/2015
Department of State Health Services
October 30, 2015 – 09:00 AM
Hill Country Memorial Hospital Texas, 1020 S. State Highway 16, Fredericksburg
Injury Prevention Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Update on evaluation of Hospital-Based Injury Prevention Components document 2. Evidence-Based topic-specific injury and violence 3. Develop prevention fact sheet on distracted driving: a. Define the criteria for distracted driving fact sheet/process of document development b. Determine timeline for fact sheet development 4. Potential State Injury Prevention Conference and Leadership Summit in Texas: a. Identify planning committee b. Schedule planning committee conference calls/meetings 5. Schedule future Injury Prevention committee meetings General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary of this meeting for the next GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-2150
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