The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between April 9 and April 29.
4/11/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 11, 2016 – 09:30 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed New Rules Related to Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Program Reimbursement. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed new Texas Administrative Code Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 354, Subchapter D, Division 5, Actions in Preparation for Extension of the Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment Program. The proposed new rules were published in the March 25, 2016, issue of the Texas Register. See 41 TexReg 2268. Written Comments. Written comments on the proposal may be submitted to Kim Tucker, HHSC, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Mail Code H-425, Austin, TX 78751; by fax to 512-730-7479; or by email to kimberly.tucker@hhsc.state.tx.us, within 30 days after publica¬tion of this proposal in the Texas Register.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 11, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Quality Subcommittee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Discuss user-friendly Managed Care Organization (MCO) complaint process including education and outreach. 3. Communication and decision-making in managed care. 4. Discuss annual legislative report quality recommendations. 5. Discuss MCO training materials. 6. Discuss future meeting dates and agenda items. 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
Department of State Health Services
April 11, 2016 – 11:30 AM
San Luis Resort and Conference Center, Elissa Room, 5222 Seawall Boulevard, Galveston
Public Health Funding and Policy Committee (PHFPC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Welcome/Call to Order 1. Approval of February 10, 2016 and March 16, 2016 Meeting Minutes* 2. Zika Letter to Local Government Leaders* 3. Statewide Syndromic Surveillance System Update* 4. Texas Public Health Inventory and Action Plan Update* 5. Public Health Stakeholder Input 6. Agenda Items for Next Meeting* 7. Future Meeting Date/Location* Adjourn *Denotes possible action items The Committee accepts public testimony at meetings. Persons wishing to address the committee must complete a registration form at the reception desk before the start of the meeting. Agenda items may be taken in any order at the discretion of the Chair. Additional Information Contact: Glenna Laughlin, 512/776-7770
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 11, 2016 – 01:00 PM
909 West 45th St. (Health and Human Services Commission, Building II, Public Hearing Room 164), Austin
Employment First Task Force 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review of February 29, 2016, meeting summary. 3. Chair report 4. Planning for education and outreach process. 5. Review of Employment First Task Force (EFTF) recommendations progress chart. 6. State agency transformation updates related to Employment First. 7. Planning for EFTF future meetings. 8. Public comment 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Marc Mullins, 512/438-3641
4/13/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 12, 2016 – 09:00 AM
John H. Winters Building, Public Hearing Room, 701 West 51st St., Austin
Proposed Payment Rates for the Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services Program. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at 9 a.m. to receive public comment on proposed payment rates for the Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services (CRS) program operated by the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services. The hearing will be held in compliance Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Title 1, §355.105(g)(1), which requires that public hearings be held on proposed reimbursement rates before HHSC approves the rates. Proposal. HHSC proposes payment rates for the CRS program. The proposed rates will be effective Sept. 1, 2016, and were determined in accordance with the rate-setting methodologies listed below under “Methodology and Justification.” Methodology and Justification. The proposed rates were determined in accordance with the rate-setting methodologies that will be codified at 1 TAC, Chapter 355, Subchapter M, §355.9040, Reimbursement Methodology for the Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services Program. The proposed new rule will be published in the April 29th edition of the Texas Register and is scheduled to be adopted effective Sept. 1, 2016. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed rates will be available on April 1, 2016. Those interested may obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting Rate Analysis by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7484; or by email at RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package also will be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed 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: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78751-2399. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax
Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7484. Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 13, 2016 – 10:00 AM
909 West 45th St. (Health and Human Services Commission, Main Building, Public Hearing Room 164), Austin
Proposed Name of Committee: Children and Youth Behavioral Health Subcommittee Subcommittee to the Behavioral Health Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Family Successful Experience' presentation. 3. Approval of February 3, 2016, meeting minutes (Action item). 4. Program updates a. Texas Children Recovering from Trauma (TCRFT). b. Texas System of Care. 5. Children and Youth Behavioral Health Subcommittee business. a. Membership (Action item) b. Leadership (Action item) 6. Community Perspective' presentation 7. Recess 8. Strategic planning a. TCRFT b. State Youth Treatment program 9. Events presentations a. Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. b. TCRFT Summit 10. Recommendations protocol for the Behavioral Health Advisory Committee 11. Public comment 12. Next steps 13. Announcements 14. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sherri Hammack, 512/954-8563
4/14/2016
Statewide Health Coordinating Council
April 14, 2016 – 10:00 AM
DSHS Main Campus, Moreton Bldg, Rm M-100, 1100 W 49th St, Austin
The Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Chairman's welcome and introductions 2. Establish a quorum – Roll call and possible action to approve excused absences 3. Discussion and possible action to approve October 22, 2015 Meeting Minutes 4. SHCC Rules subcommittee report a. Report on activity of the subcommittee b. Discussion and possible action to approve proposal to change and withdraw SHCC rules c. Discussion and possible action to approve Council policy recommendation that Legislature repeal Health and Safety Code (HSC), Sec. 104.0156 on the Health Care Information Technology Advisory Committee 5. SHCC State Health Plan subcommittee report a. Report on activity of the subcommittee 6. Discussion of implementation plan status for Senate Bill 18 7. SHCC agency representatives' reports a. Health and Human Services Commission – Jimmy Blanton, M.P. Aff. b. Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services – Lisa Glenn, MD c. Texas Department of State Health Services – Mike Maples d. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board – Stacey Silverman, PhD 8. Health Professions Resource Center and SHCC project director's report – Matt Turner, PhD, MPH 9. Texas Center for Nursing Workforce Studies report – Pam Lauer, MPH 10. Administrative items and next steps – Remaining 2016 SHCC meeting date: 10/13/2016 11. Public comment and adjourn Note: The Statewide Health Coordinating Council may act upon any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Matt Turner, 512/776-6541
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
April 14, 2016 – 02:00 PM
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 case #s: 14-020; 14-021; 14-123; 15-017; 15-053; 15-101; 15-142; 15-167; 15-202; 15-215; 15-243; 16-007; 16-013; 16-017; 16-029; 16-030; 16-042; 16-046; 16-047; 16-053; 16-055; 16-057; 16-058; 16-064; 16-069; 16-071; 16-074; 16-076; 17-080; 16-081; 16-082; 16-083; 16-084; 16-085; 16-086; 16-087; 16-088; 16-089; 16-090; 16-091; 16-092; 16-093; 16-094; 16-095; 16-096; 16-097; 16-098; 16-099; 16-100; 16-101; 16-102; 16-103; 16-104; 16-105; 16-106; 16-107; 16-108; 16-109; 16-110; 16-111; 16-112; 16-113; 16-114; 16-115; 16-116; 16-117; 16-118; 16-119; 16-120; 16-121; 16-122; 16-123; 16-124; 16-125; 16-126; 16-127; 16-128; 16-129; 16-130; 16-131; 16-132; 16-133; 16-134; 16-135; 16-136; 16-137; 16-138; 16-139; 16-140; 16-141; 16-142; 16-143; 16-144; 16-145; 16-146; 16-147; 16-148; 16-149; 16-150; 16-151; 16-152; 16-153; 16-154; 16-155; 16-156; 16-157; 16-158; 16-159; 16-160; 16-161; 16-162; 16-163; 16-164 and 16-165. (4) Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Lea Weiss, 512/305-6900
4/15/2016
Department of State Health Services
April 15, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Nueces County Health Department, 1702 Horne Road, Corpus Christi
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Education Committee Call to Order/Introductions Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review and update the DSHS Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Education Training Manual. 2. Development of a functional job description for EMS personnel as it relates to The Americans with Disabilities Act. 3. Review progress on Texas effort (based on the Hartford Consensus III and the Stop the Bleed projects) to develop a coalition relating to the empowering of the public to serve as first responders in intentional mass casualty and active shooter events, identify education stakeholders and Education Committee goals towards coalition implementation. 4. Review revisions to Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) rules in Title 25 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157. 5. Discussion of continuing education requirements for all levels of EMS personnel. 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
State Board of Dental Examiners
April 15, 2016 – 09:30 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Anesthesia Work Group Meeting Agenda I. Call to order by chair of work group. II. Roll call of board member participants. III. Introduction of stakeholder members. IV. Review: a. TSBDE's Strategic Plan regarding anesthesia. b. TSBDE's Statutes & Rules regarding anesthesia. c. The Sunset Commission's recommendations regarding anesthesia permitting. V. Discussion topics: a. Rule Review of Chapter 110. b. Continuing Education for Anesthesia. c. Emergency Plans. d. Inspections: i. Pre-permit. ii. Random. iii. Routine. iv. Compliance. VI. Planning for future meetings. VII. Public comments. VIII. announcements. a. Next Board Meeting: June 3, 2016. IX. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-6400
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 15, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and approval of meeting minutes from February 12, 2016. 3. Rules and bylaws (vote may be taken).* 4. Staff and council discussion on deliverables and updated work plan. a. Resources b. Timelines c. Future meetings 5. Work group presentations of proposed recommendations. a. Barriers and Access to Care. b. Policies, Practices and Protocols. c. Information and Education 6. Council discussion of work group presentations and proposed recommendations (vote may be taken).* 7. Public comment 8. Action items for staff or member follow-up. 9. Adjourn * Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Jimmy Blanton, 512/380-4372
State Board of Dental Examiners
April 15, 2016 – 01:00 PM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Dental Hygiene Advisory Committee (DHAC) Meeting Agenda I. Call to order. II. Roll call. III. Introduction of new members. IV. Election of presiding officer. V. Discussion and review of past meeting minutes. VI. Discussion topics: a. Central Regional Dental Testing Services (CRDTS) Exam. b. Licensed Dental Hygiene Survey. c. DHAC Budget. d. Recommendations to the Board. e. Future DHAC meetings. VII. Agency report. VIII. Public comments. IX. Announcements. a. Next Board meeting: Friday, June 3, 2016. X. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-6400
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
April 15, 2016 – 03:00 PM
Omni Southpark Hotel 4140 Governor's Row, Austin
Family Practice Residency Advisory Committee Agenda 1. Welcome and Introduction – Roland Goertz, MD, Chair 2. Consideration of Fiscal Year 2017 Funding Recommendation – Dr. Goertz 3. Consideration and discussion of Annual Financial Reports submitted by programs – Clare Hawkins, MD 4. Consideration and discussion of Annual Written Reports submitted by programs summarizing activities of the last year – Dr. Goertz 5. Consideration of Summary Notes for July 8, 2015 meeting – Dr. Goertz 6. Update on the Faculty Development Center – Cindy Passmore, Executive Director, Faculty Development Center 7. Coordinating Board Update – Coordinating Board Staff 8. Update on the Physician Loan Repayment Program – Coordinating Board Staff 9. Consideration of the Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2017 – Dr. Goertz 10. Consideration and discussion of Future Agenda Items and Future Meeting Dates – Dr. Goertz 11. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Suzanne Pickens, 512/427-6240
4/20/2016
Senate Committee on Health & Human Services
April 20, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Texas Capitol, Senate Chamber, Austin
The Committee will convene to discuss the following interim charges: Study the increase in higher acuity children with trauma and mental illness in the state foster care system, and recommend ways to ensure children have timely access to appropriate treatment and placement options; Examine the frequency, causes, and effects of disrupted foster care adoptions and make recommendations to improve the long-term success of adoptive placements. Study and make recommendations on ways to ensure a smooth transition for foster care children who are exiting the system; Examine the current process that Child Protective Services uses to track recurrence of child abuse and neglect, and make recommendations to improve data tracking and the use of that data to assist in preventing recurrence. The study should examine the differences in recurrence among families who received services, families who received no services and had their cases closed, and families who had their children removed from the home. Contact: Jordan Dixon (512) 463-0360
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 20, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd.(Health and Human Services Commission, Austin
Children's Policy Council 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and approval of meeting minutes for January 20, 2016, (vote required).* 3. Staff presentations a. Briefing on Texas Home Visiting Program. b. Update on Navigate Life Texas website. c. Update on Legislative Report work plan. 4. Work group presentations of proposed recommendations. a. Sheltered workshops, day habilitation centers, and living situations. b. Nursing facility diversion and access to skilled nursing and waiver services. c. Services for children and young adults with disabilities in foster care, and school programs/resources for children with behavioral health challenges and disabilities. d. Autism state plan amendment. 5. Council deliberation of work group presentations and proposed recommendations (vote may be taken).* 6. Action items for staff or member follow-up. 7. Public comment 8. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Jimmy Blanton, 512/380-4372
4/21/2016
Texas Board of Nursing
April 21, 2016 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Nursing Regular Meeting April 21-22, 2016 Agenda Here Additional Information Contact: Patricia Cabrera, 512/305-8101
Senate Committee on Health & Human Services
April 21, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Texas Capitol, Senate Chamber, Austin
The Committee will convene to receive an update from the Inspector General of the Health and Human Services Commission on his efforts to reform the Office of the Inspector General, and on the IG Integrity Initiative. (Invited testimony only) The Committee will also discuss the following interim charge: Study the impact to the state of the increasing number of refugees relocating to Texas, including the range of health and human services provided. Examine the authority of the state to reduce its burden under the Refugee Resettlement Program, and any state-funded services. (Public testimony limited to 3 minutes) Contact: Jordan Dixon (512) 463-0360
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 21, 2016 – 01:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building,Public Hearing, Room, Austin
Promoting Independence Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Rate analysis division update. 3. Legislative Appropriations Request process update. 4. Department of State Health Services 1915(i) waiver update. 5. Public comment 6. Texas Workforce Commission update. 7. STAR Kids update 8. Community First Choice update. 9. Subcommittee on individuals who are ventilator-dependent update. 10. Discussion of hospital and nursing facility discharge planning. 11. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: April Young, 512/424-6911
Texas Board of Nursing
April 21, 2016 – 02:00 PM
333 Guadalupe Street, Austin
Board of Nursing for the State of Texas Notice of public hearing For Consideration of a Proposal from Wayland Baptist University To Establish A Baccalaureate Degree Nursing Education Program in San Antonio, Texas Date and Time: April 21, 2016 at 2:00 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. Additional Information Contact: Dr. Janice Hooper, 512/305-6814
Texas Board of Nursing
April 21, 2016 – 02:20 PM
333 Guadalupe Street, Austin
Board of Nursing for the State of Texas notice of public hearing For Consideration of a Proposal from Texas Health School To Establish A Vocational Nursing Education Program in Houston, Texas Date and Time: April 21, 2016 at 2:20 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. Additional Information Contact: Dr. Virginia Ayars, 512/305-7660
4/22/2016
Texas Board of Nursing
April 22, 2016 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Nursing Regular Meeting April 21-22, 2016 Agenda Here Additional Information Contact: Patricia Cabrera, 512/305-8101
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 22, 2016 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Rooms 1420 and, 1430), Austin
Behavioral Health Advisory Committee 1. Welcome, opening remarks, and introductions. 2. Approval of minutes – vote required. 3. Officer elections – vote required. 4. Overview and discussion of committee logistics. a. Proposed draft by-laws b. Advisory committee webpage c. Other subcommittees needed d. Training 5. Agency reports a. DADS updates b. HHSC updates c. DSHS updates 6. Public comment 7. Subcommittee reports a. Block Grant Subcommittee b. Children and Youth Behavioral Health Subcommittee 8. Update on the HHS System Transformation 9. Public comment 10. Planning for next meeting 11. Closing remarks. Additional Information Contact: Carissa Dougherty, 512/206-5347
4/25/2016
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
April 25, 2016 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-225, Austin
Interagency Prescription Monitoring Program Work Group Agenda I. Call to Order II. Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes Held January 25, 2016 III. Update regarding Project Timeline User notification Registration Agency training IV. Proposed Budget (2018-2019) V. Update regarding Official Prescription Forms VI. Open Discussion VII. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Becky Damon, 512/305-8026
4/26/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 26, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building , Public Hearing Room , 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed New Rules Related to Women's Health Services. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed new Texas Administrative Code Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 382, Women's Health Services. The proposed new rules were published in the March 25, 2016, issue of the Texas Register. See Subchapter A – Healthy Texas Women at 41 TexReg 2270 and Subchapter B – Family Planning Program at 41 TexReg 2277. Written Comments. Written comments on the proposed rules may be submitted at the public hearing or to Meagan Kirby, Program Specialist; 1100 W 49th Street, P.O. Box 149347; Austin, Texas, 78714; by fax to 512-776-7203; or by email to Meagan.kirby@hhsc.state.tx.us within 30 days of publication of this proposal in the Texas Register.
4/27/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 27, 2016 – 01:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 2301), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Housing Subcommittee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Approval of Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee, Housing Subcommittee meeting minutes from September 23, 2015, October 28, 2015, January 27, 2016, and February 25, 2016. 3. Discuss Project Independence and Neighborhood Homes and share highlights from the February Housing Academy meeting – Robin LeoGrande, President, Community for Permanent Supportive Housing. 4. Discuss timing of future meetings and agenda items. 5. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Jesse Moorhead, 512/438-5391
4/28/2016
House Committee on State Affairs
April 28, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E2.028, Austin
The House Stae Affairs Committee will meet to address the following interim charges, among others: Study the policies used by research and medical entities to adhere to the highest ethical standards for acquiring human fetal tissue for medical and scientific purposes. Specifically, review compliance to ensure informed consent and that all state and federal laws sufficiently respect the dignity of the human body. Study criteria for which persons have standing when giving consent for the use of fetal remains and to investigate potential violations of state laws regulating organ/tissue donation. Determine whether additional disclosure and reporting requirements are necessary to ensure moral and ethical research practices. Review practices and statutes in other states regarding fetal tissue harvesting; Examine procedures regarding contract monitoring, compliance, performance evaluation and notification requirements for state contracting procedures. Include recommendations to determine a "best value" for the state and prevent conflicts of interests. Evaluate guidelines regarding the state's participation in contracts funded by grants and suggest methods to ensure the best use of taxpayer funds. Contact: Toni Barcelona (512) 463-0814
4/29/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 29, 2016 – 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. Member welcome and introductions: Andy Vasquez, Medicaid Vendor Drug Program Director. 2. Approval of Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Board Bylaws (Vote required). 3. Election of Chair and Vice-Chair (Vote required). 4. Retrospective DUR: Larry Dent, Pharm. D., BCPS, Xerox Heritage, LLC. a. Report on recent retrospective DUR interventions sent: i. Chronic non-cancer pain ii. Depression: Effective antidepressant management. b. Report on recent retrospective DUR interventions outcome: i. Anxiolytics and sedative/hypnotics management. ii. Asthma disease management iii. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDs): Drug use evaluation c. Retrospective DUR proposals: (Vote required).* i. Diabetes disease management ii. Multiple Drug Therapy Regimen Review (Polypharmacy). 5. Prospective prior authorization proposals (clinical edits): Christina Faulkner, Pharm. D., Health Information Designs, LLC. (Vote required).* Agents for gastrointestinal (GI) motility. 6. Retrospective drug use, criteria for outpatient use in Vendor Drug Program: Jennifer Seltzer, Pharm. D., University of Texas at San Antonio. (Vote required).* a. (Kalydeco') and Lumacaftor/Ivacaftor (Orkambi'). b. Leukotriene Receptor Antagonists c. Metered Dose Inhalers (MDIs): Beta2 Agonists (short-acting). d. Nebulized Bronchodilators e. Sedative/hypnotics f. Tramadol (Ultram') 8. Lunch 9. Old business: Report on Health and Human Services Commission decisions on acceptance of the Pharmaceutical & Therapeutics (P&T) Committee recommendations from the January 15, 2016, meeting: Chris Andrews, Pharm. D., Magellan Medicaid Administration. 10. Public comment on drug classes to be reviewed for the Medicaid Preferred Drug List (PDL)*: a. Anti-Allergens, Oral b. Antibiotics, Inhaled c. Anticoagulants d. Antidepressants, Other e. Antidepressants, SSRIs f. Antihyperuricemics g. Antiparkinsons Agents h. Beta-Blockers i. Bile Salts j. BPH Treatments k. Bronchodilators, Beta Agonist l. COPD Agents m. Cough and cold n. Erythropoiesis Stimulating Proteins o. Glucocorticoids, Inhaled p. HAE Treatments q. Hypoglycemics, SGLT2 r. Immune Globulins s. Lincosamides/Oxazolidinones/Streptogramins t. Lipotropics, Other u. Lipotropics, Statins v. PAH Agents, Oral and Inhaled w. Pancreatic Enzymes x. Sedative Hypnotics 11. Public comment on new drugs to be reviewed for the Medicaid PDL *: a. Analgesics, Narcotic Long/Belbuca b. GI Motility, Chronic/Viberzi c. Hypoglycemics, Insulins/Tresiba d. NSAIDs/Vivlodex e. Opiate dependence treatments/Narcan spray 12. Therapeutic and clinical drug reviews and update: Chris Andrews, Pharm. D., Magellan Medicaid Administration. 13. Executive work session Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Chapter 531.071, and in accordance with Title 1, Texas Administrative Code, Part 15, Subchapter F, Section 354.1941(c)(2), the Drug Utilization Review Board may meet in executive session on one or more items listed under new business as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act. 14. Announcement of drugs recommended for the Medicaid PDL. 15. Next meeting date: July 29, 2016. 16. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Castoreno, 512/707-6112
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