The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between August 16 and September 5.
8/19/2014
Texas Board of Nursing
August 19, 2014 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-460, Austin
Eligibility and Disciplinary Committee Meeting Agenda I. Call to order-8:30 a.m. II. Review of the agenda III. Review of the minutes: June 10, 2014 Committee Meeting; May 30, 2014, Emergency Meeting; June 6, 2014, Emergency Meeting; June 16, 2014, Emergency Meeting; July 7, 2014, Emergency Meeting; July 11, 2014, Emergency Meeting; July 21, 2014, Emergency Meeting; August 4, 2014, Emergency Meeting IV. Staff recommendations V. The eligibility and disciplinary committee of the board will meet to consider and take action on multiple petitioners. Additional Information Contact: Andrea Gonzalez, 512/305-6869
Department of State Health Services
August 19, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 6121 North I-35, Austin
Emergency Medical Services Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review and make recommendations for the revision of the 2002 document "A Strategic Plan for the Texas EMS/Trauma System." General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: beverly.grace@dshs.state.tx.us
Department of State Health Services
August 19, 2014 – 01:00 PM
Austin State Hospital Campus, West Auditorium, Building 582, 4110 Guadalupe Street, Austin
Texas Worksite Wellness Advisory Board The Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order Roll Call/Introductions Discussion: 1. Updated on Annual Wellness Conference planning 2. Development of Worksite Wellness Advisory Board recommendations to the Department of State Health Services 3. Business Enterprise of Texas project 4. Updates on wellness activities from the Employees Retirement System 5. Updates on wellness activities from the Department of State Health Services Public Comments Acceptance of Items for Discussion/Approval at Future Meetings Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: rocky.payne@dshs.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 19, 2014 – 01:00 PM
701 W 51st St., John H. Winters Bldg, Public Hearing Room, Austin
STAR+PLUS Quality Council (Council) 1. Come to order 2. Roll call 3. Adoption of the June 23, 2014 meeting minutes (Vote Required) 4. Discussion and adoption of report to Executive Commissioner (Vote Required) 5. Other business: a. Relating to STAR+PLUS quality b. Relating to the Upcoming October 14, 2014 meeting 6. Public Comment 7. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Charles Bredwell, 512/462-6337
8/20/2014
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
August 20, 2014 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Enforcement Committee Meeting Agenda 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: 2013-331, 2014-118, 2014-127, 2014-146, 2014-182, 2014-184, 2014-189, 2014-199, 2014-200, 2014-201, 2014-204, 2014-206, 2014-209, 2014-210, 2014-219, 2014-227, 2014-228. Requests to expunge #'s: NA. Discussion with staff to review procedures for resolving open enforcement actions. 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
Department of State Health Services
August 20, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 6121 North I-35, Austin
Disaster Emergency Preparedness Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Recognize and welcome new members to the committee Discussion and possible action on the following items: I. Workgroup Reports: A. Texas Disaster Medical System (TDMS) a. TDMS Mass Fatality Management report B. Emergency Medical Task Force (EMTF) report a. EMTF AMBUS (Ambulance Bus) Working Group Report b. EMTF MMU (Mobile Medical Unit) Working Group Report c. EMTF Air Medical Working Group Report d. EMTF Coordination Center Standards and Operational Guidelines II. Medical Incident Support Team (M-IST) and Ambulance Staging Manager (ASM) Courses Report III. Power Grid/EMP/Loss of Infrastructure IV. Discussion of Regional Health and Medical Operations Centers (RHMOCs) V. Legislative Update General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Phil Lockwood, 512/834-6700 X 2032
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 20, 2014 – 10:00 AM
6330 Highway 290 E, ITT Bldg., First Flr Theory Room 3 & 4, Austin
Children's Policy Council 1) Welcome and Introduction a. Introduction of New Members 2) Presentation and Discussion of Committee Reports a) Leadership b) Membership c) Communications d) Legislative e) Mental Health f) Transition g) Star Kids h) CPC member activities i) Emerging Issues 3) Legislative Recommendation Report Update 4) Presentation – Julia Weatherby and David Fulton (HHSC) Electronic Health Records and Health Information Exchange -Reaching and Informing Families 5) Discussion of the 2015 Legislative process 6) Public Comment 7) Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Sherry Broberg, 512/420-2856
Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Oversight Committee
August 20, 2014 – 10:00 AM
1400 N. Congress Avenue, State Capitol Extension Rm: E1.012, Austin
The Oversight Committee may discuss or take action regarding any item on this agenda, and as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq., may meet in closed session concerning any and all purposes permitted by the Act. Opening 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call/Excused Absences 3. Adoption of Minutes from May 21, 2014 meeting Public Comment and Staff Reports 4. Public Comment 5. Chief Executive Officer Report 6. Chief Compliance Officer Report 7. Chief Operating Officer Report 8. Chief Prevention and Communications Officer Report – Communications Report Program Activities 9. Program Priorities Project 10. Chief Prevention and Communications Officer Report – Grant Award Recommendations 11. Chief Scientific Officer Report – Grant Award Recommendations 12. Chief Product Development Officer Report – Contract Terms for Product Development Grants – Grant Award Recommendations 13. Scientific Research and Prevention Program Committee Appointments 14. FY2015 Honoraria Policy Agency Business 15. Health & Safety Code Section 102.1062 Waivers 16. Personnel Action – Manager of Internal Audits 17. Internal Audit Reports – Expenditures Internal Audit Report – SRA International Managed Information Systems Internal Audit Report 18. Due Diligence Contract 19. Pre- and Post-Award Grants Management Support Contract 20. Peer Review Monitoring Contract 21. Independent Financial Audit Contract 22. Outside Counsel Contracts 23. University Advisory Committee Charter 24. Advisory Committee on Childhood Cancers Membership 25. Final Order Approving Amendments to 25 T.A.C. Chapters 701 – 703 26. Proposed Amendments to 25 T.A.C. Chapters 701 – 703 and Authorization to Publish in the Texas Register 27. Proposed Amendments to Oversight Committee Bylaws, including Code of Conduct 28. Subcommittee Business 29. Consultation with General Counsel Closing 30. Future Meeting Dates and Agenda Items 31. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Mary Gerdes, 512/463-3190
Department of State Health Services
August 20, 2014 – 10:30 AM
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 6121 North I-35, Austin
Pediatric Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Recognize and welcome new members to the committee Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Committee liaison reports: a. Air Medical b. EMS c. Education d. Injury Prevention e. Medical Directors f. Stroke g. Trauma Systems h. Regional Advisory Council chairs i. Disaster planning 2. Update on Child Fatality Review Teams update (process of liaison selection) 3. Position paper on minimizing CT radiation-updates on implementation strategies and linkage to EMSC state partnership website 4. Pediatric Facility Recognition program 5. EMS for Children State Partnership update 6. Update on pediatric transfer guidelines/interfacility transport-review draft document with revisions to be shared with other GETAC subcommittees 7. Update on EMS Clinical Guidelines Project 8. Pediatric Evidence-based Guidelines: Assessment of EMS Utilization in States (PEGASUS) protocols from EMS Evidence Based Guidelines: spinal immobilization, shock, anaphylaxis/allergic reaction, airway management, which are to be implemented in Houston in the fall and 6 New England states in the spring 9. Update on State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR) 10. Quality performance metrics for the improvement of the care of children in emergent and urgent care settings, including the use of system performance improvement (PI) metrics linked to pediatrics, and integration of EMSC performance metrics 11. Trauma registry update 12. GETAC strategic plan update General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Phil Lockwood, 512/834-6700 X 2032
Department of State Health Services
August 20, 2014 – 01:00 PM
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 6121 North I-35, Austin
Injury Prevention Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Recognize and welcome new members to the committee Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Texas EMS Trauma and Acute Care Foundation (TETAF) and Texas Trauma Care Foundation (TTCF) Injury Prevention Reports 2. Children's Hospital Association of Texas Child Injury Report 3. Review/approval of hospital-based injury prevention program components and materials 4. Review of the 2014 state EMS-Trauma strategic plan and consider recommendations for revision 5. Update on Injury-Free Texas website General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Phil Lockwood, 512/834-6700 X 2032
Department of State Health Services
August 20, 2014 – 02:30 PM
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 6121 North I-35, Austin
Stroke Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Recognize and welcome new members to the committee Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Report/update on Texas Council on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke (TCCVDS) 2. Report/update on Lone Star Stroke consortium 3. Report/update on Regional Advisory Council (RAC) stroke and STEMI database 4. Consider approval of the TCCVDS American Heart Association (AHA) Get with the Guidelines (GWTG) Stroke hospital database for use in state stroke designation requirements 5. Consider approval of the Brain Attack Coalition (BAC) standards for stroke ready hospitals as a basis for acceptable certification of Level III stroke support facilities 6. Consider a stroke education program workgroup recommendation that 4 hours of stroke related continuing education be required for recertifying EMS personnel 7. Consider Transport Bypass Workgroup and RAC survey recommendations for adding severity adjusted triage criteria for hospital bypass of ambulance patients when a hospital's stroke care resources are unavailable 8. Trauma Systems Committee Registry Workgroup report/update 9. Endovascular presentation/update by Kirk Conrad, M.D. General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Phil Lockwood, 512/834-6700 X 2032
Department of State Health Services
August 20, 2014 – 04:00 PM
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 6121 North I-35, Austin
Air Medical Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Recognize and welcome new members to the committee Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Report on the progress of the formation by the Texas Association of Air Medical Services (TAAMS) of an air medical workgroup and/or maybe the need for GETAC Air Medical Committee to form such a workgroup to participate with the Emergency Medical Task Forces. 2. Report on the Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure CompAct (REPLICA) – State EMS Director and Legal Counsel Seminar, hosted by the National Association of State EMS Officials (NASEMSO) and the Council of National State Governments National Center for Interstate Compacts, held on June 10, 2014 in Chicago, Illinois. 3. Trauma Systems Registry Workgroup update. 4. Report from EMS Committee workgroup's review of rules in Title 25 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) s157.11-Requirements for an EMS Provider License, 25 TAC s157.12-Rotor-wing Air Ambulance Operations and 25 TAC s157.13-Fixed Wing Air Ambulance Operations, as they may relate to patient care issues and/or provider responsibilities, when ground EMS providers and air EMS providers are present on the scene of a medical emergency or during a transfer of a patient between air and ground EMS providers. 5. Day long series of air medical continuing education classes to be held at the Texas EMS Conference in November of 2014. General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Phil Lockwood, 512/834-6700 X 2032
8/21/2014
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
August 21, 2014 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Executive Committee Meeting Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners William P. Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-825 Austin, Texas 78701 Executive Committee Meeting: 8:30 a.m. Hobby Building, Tower 2, Room 225 August 21, 2014 Executive Committee Meeting Agenda 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's Report Executive Director Yvette Yarbrough will present written and oral reports to the Board concerning recent agency activities, statistical reports, audit outcomes, revenues and expenditures, licensing information, enforcement information and issues from the legislative session. Mrs. Yarbrough will answer questions from the board members concerning any agency operations, legislative issues and other matters of concern to the Board. 4.3 Mission Statement Update Executive Director Yvette Yarbrough will present the Board with an updated mission statement for formal approval. 4.4 Performance Evaluation of Executive Director Dr. Cynthia Tays will lead the Executive Committee in making a recommendation to the Board an evaluation of the performance of Executive Director Yvette Yarbrough for the time period of September 2013 through August 2014. This agenda item may be taken up during Executive Session under Agenda Item #5.2. Additional Information Contact: Jo Manning, 512/305-6906
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
August 21, 2014 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Licensure and Education Committee Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners William P. Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-825 Austin, Texas 78701 Licensure and Education Committee Meeting: 9:00 a.m. Hobby Building, Tower 2, Room 225 August 21, 2014 Licensure and Education Committee Meeting Agenda 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 Request for Approval to Sit for the Texas Jurisprudence Exam 7.1.1 Lazaro Olivares, Revoked Licensee Seeking New License 7.2 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 7.3 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Jo Manning, 512/305-6906
Department of State Health Services
August 21, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, Room M-418, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Texas Bleeding Disorders Advisory Council Teleconference The Council will meet in a telephone conference call meeting to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Welcome, Chair Call to Order and General Announcements Roll Call Review/Approval of Minutes of the May 22, 2014 Council Meeting Star Kids Update Sunset Review Update Discussion related to the December 2014 Report draft Public Comment Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Carol Labaj, 512/776-3104
Department of State Health Services
August 21, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 6121 North I-35, Austin
Education Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Recognize and welcome new members to the committee Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Consider the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) EMS Education competencies and standards for AEMT (Advanced Emergency Medical Technician) that were adopted in August 2012 for Texas EMT-Intermediate (EMT-I) training in 25 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) s157.32, and how it affects the practice of currently certified Texas EMT-Is who initially received the NHTSA 1985 or 1999 (I-85, I-99) curriculum for EMT-I training. 2. Define the additional or alternative training that is required for a Texas certified EMT-I (either I-85 or I-99) to transition to AEMT, as required by the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT). 3. Review the community health curriculum for Advanced Practice Paramedic/Advanced Community Paramedic and consider recommendations for its adoption in Texas. 4. Review the 2014 state EMS-Trauma strategic plan and consider recommendations for revision. General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment.
Additional Information Contact: Phil Lockwood, 512/834-6700 X 2032
Department of Information Resources
August 21, 2014 – 09:30 AM
300 West 15th Street, William P. Clements Bldg, Room 103, Austin
1. Call to Order, Roll Call and Witness Registration 2. Approve Minutes of June 9, 2014, DIR Board Meeting – action 3. Executive Director's Report on Agency Performance 4. Finance Update A. Board Subcommittee Report on Audit and Finance B. Consider approval of Operating FY 2014 Budget Amendments – action C. Consider approval of FY 2015 Operating Budget – action D. Consider approval of Administrative Fees – action E. Consider approval of FY 2016-17 Legislative Appropriations Request- action 5. Internal Audit Update A. Consider approval of FY 2015 Audit Plan – action 6. Texas Administrative Code (TAC) A. Consider issuing an order adopting the amendment and authorizing final publication in the Texas Register of the following rules: 1) 1 TAC 201, concerning General Administration – action 2) 1 TAC 209, concerning Minimum Standards for Meetings held by Videoconference – action 3) 1 TAC 213, concerning Electronic and Information Resources, as a result of the rule having undergone rule review – action B. Consider publishing notice in the Texas Register of review of the following rules pursuant to s2001.039, Government Code: 1) 1 TAC 216, concerning Project Management Practices – action 7. Statewide Information Security Office Update A. Board Subcommittee Report B. Staff Report 8. Data Center Services Update A. Board Subcommittee Report B. Staff Report 9. Chief Operations Office Update A. Legacy Systems Study Update 10. Texas.gov Update A. Board Subcommittee Report B. DSHS VSU Fee Approval Request – action C. DSHS VSU Cost Recovery Fee Approval Request – action 11. Technology Sourcing Office Update A. Board Subcommittee Report B. Consider approval of FY 2015 Procurement Plan – action C. Consider approval of major contracts and amendments: 1) Communication Technology Services Equipment and Services Purchase – action 2) Communication Technology Services VOIP Solution – action 3) Texas.gov Master Agreement Amendment 3 – action D. Discussion of Contract Data E. Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program 12. Communications Technology Services Update A. Board Subcommittee Report B. Staff Report 13. Program and Portfolio Management Office Update 14. Chief Customer Office Update 15. Public Testimony 16. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Chandra Thompson, 512/936-7577
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
August 21, 2014 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Rules Committee Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners Agenda 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 Recommendation to Publish Proposed Rule Amendments or Rule Repeals 8.1.1 Recommendation to publish proposed rule concerning a modification to conform rule 75.9 to the Chiropractic Act s201.507. 8.1.2 Recommendation to publish proposed rule 73.2(a) concerning probationary CE to harmonize the rule with rule 73.5. 8.1.3 Recommendation to publish proposed rule 80.7 to exempt designated doctors from compliance with that section. 8.1.4 Recommendation to publish proposed rule 74.3 to provide additional regulation of non-DC owners. 8.1.5 Recommendation to publish proposed rule 75.3 to provide the Board with notification upon receiving deferred adjudication and change the title of chapter 75. 8.1.6 Recommendation to publish proposed rule modifying rule 75.8 to clarify that a licensee and facility owner are equally responsible for posting public information and current annual registration certificate. 8.1.7 Recommendation to publish proposed rule modifying rule 80.1 to clarify the requirements on providing Board notice of hiring recent graduates. 8.1.8 Recommendation to publish proposed rule modifying rule 73.3 to clarify the requirements for continuing education regarding coding and documentation in ethics and further clarifying qualifying exemptions. 8.1.9 Recommendation to publish proposed modifications to rule 73.4 to provide additional opportunities to maintain an inactive license before the Board and establish a defined limit of the status as required by the Chiropractic Act. 8.1.10 Recommendation to publish proposed modification to rule 73.3 to alter the nature of the required hours and expand the qualifications to increase the number of qualified instructors. 8.1.11 Recommendation to publish proposed modifications to rule 75.17 and newly proposed rules 78.13 through 78.15 to clarify nature of referral and provide easier readability to the proposed rules by separating the topics of scope of practice and scope of prohibition. 8.1.12 Recommendation to publish proposed modification to rule 75.6(c) to clarify the 15 day requirement for a doctor to respond to a Board complaint includes the requirement to provide documents. 8.1.13 Recommendation to delete rule 71.15. 8.1.14 Recommendation to publish proposed modification to rule 75.13. 8.2 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Draft Comprehensive Rule restructure. 8.2.1 Discussion and recommendation to publish proposed Draft Comprehensive Rule restructure. 8.3 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues 8.4 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Jo Manning, 512/305-6906
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 21, 2014 – 10:00 AM
701 W 51st Street (Winters Building, Public Hearing Room), Austin
Drug Utilization Review Board (DUR) 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes from the April 10, 2014 Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Board Meeting. (Approved by Vote) 3. Retrospective Drug Use Criteria for Outpatient Use in the Vendor Drug Program (Action Item with Vote Required): Jennifer Seltzer, PharmD. a. Sedative/Hypnotics b. Aerosolized Agents – Meter-Dose Inhalers: Beta2-Adrengeric Drugs (short-acting) c. Ivacaftor (Kalydeco') d. Leukotriene Receptor Antagonists e. Nebulized Bronchodilators f. Oral Antidiabetic Agents g. Tramadol (Ultram') 4. Report on Recent Retrospective DUR Proposals: Larry Dent, Pharm D, BCPS a. Depression: Effective Antidepressant Management b. ADHD: Medication Management c. Anticonvulsant Drug Use Evaluation d. Diabetes Mellitus Disease Management 5. Retrospective DUR Proposals (Action Item with Vote Required): Larry Dent, PharmD, BCPS a. Overutilization of Antibiotics b. Multiple Drug Therapy Regimen Review (Polypharmacy) c. Drug Use Evaluation: Drugs with Abuse Potential 6. Hepatitis C Update: Josh Dominguez, Pharm. D. 7. Prospective Prior Authorization Proposals (Clinical Edits), (Action Item with Vote Required): Christina Faulkner, PharmD. a. Antipsychotic Edit Update b. Long Acting Beta Agonist (LABA) – Duplicate Therapy Update c. Injectable Pulmonary Hypertension Agents Edit Update d. Androgenic Agents e. Copaxone f. Cytokine and CAM Antagonists g. H.P. Acthar Gel 8. Public Comment 9. Next Meeting Date: November 20, 2014 10. Adjourn.Additional Information Contact: Julie Nieto, 512/491-1437
Department of State Health Services
August 21, 2014 – 10:30 AM
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 6121 North I-35, Austin
Emergency Medical Services Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Recognize and welcome new members to the committee Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review proposed revisions to Title 25 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), s157.11 regarding changes mandated by House Bill (HB) 3556 and Senate Bill (SB) 8 of the 83rd Legislative Session, 2013. 2. Recommendations to DSHS, as required by Senate Bill 8 of the 83rd Texas Legislative Session, 2013, regarding the laws and policies related to the licensure of nonemergency EMS transportation providers that would reduce the incidence and opportunities of fraud, waste and abuse. 3. EMS for Children (EMSC) update. 4. Update on status of revisions to the EMS and Trauma Systems rules in Title 25 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157. 5. Report from the workgroup reviewing the language in 25 TAC s157.11, Requirements for an EMS Provider License 6. Report from EMS Committee workgroup's review of rules in Title 25 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) s157.11-Requirements for an EMS Provider License, 25 TAC s157.12-Rotor-wing Air Ambulance Operations and 25 TAC s157.13-Fixed Wing Air Ambulance Operations, as they may relate to patient care issues and/or provider responsibilities, when ground EMS providers and air EMS providers are present on the scene of a medical emergency or during a transfer of a patient between air and ground EMS providers. 7. Update from Emergency Medical Task Forces (EMTFs). 8. Update on issues on drug shortages and pharmaceutical compounding of drugs. 9. Trauma Systems Committee Registry Workgroup (TSCRW) Update 10. Consider alternatives for leftover Extraordinary Emergency Funds (EEFs) other than going to hospitals for uncompensated trauma care. 11. DSHS Sunset Review Recommendations discussion. 12. Review GETAC Strategic Plan and make formal recommendations. 13. EMS patient care reports provided to receiving emergency facilities, as required by 25 TAC s157.11(m)(9) General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Phil Lockwood, 512/834-6700 X 2032
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
August 21, 2014 – 11:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower III, Room 100, Austin
Enforcement Committee Meeting Agenda 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: NA. Requests to expunge #'s: 102-964, 110-280, 2013-204. Discussion with staff to review procedures for resolving open enforcement actions. 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 Chiropractic Examiners
August 21, 2014 – 01:00 PM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners Agenda 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 May 22, 2014 Board Meeting 3. Public comments Forum for licensees, the general public or other interested stakeholders to address the Board 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's Report Executive Director Yvette Yarbrough will present written and oral reports to the Board concerning recent agency activities, statistical reports, audit outcomes, revenues and expenditures, licensing information, enforcement information and issues from the legislative session. Mrs. Yarbrough will answer questions from the board members concerning any agency operations, legislative issues and other matters of concern to the Board. 4.3 Mission Statement Update Executive Director Yvette Yarbrough will present the Board with an updated mission statement for formal approval. 4.4 Performance Evaluation of Executive Director Dr. Cynthia Tays will lead the Executive Committee in making a recommendation to the Board an evaluation of the performance of Executive Director Yvette Yarbrough for the time period of September 2013 through August 2014. This agenda item may be taken up during Executive Session under Agenda Item #5.2. 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 Eric VanderWerff, DC vs. TBCE – Lawsuit and appeal brought by Dr. VanderWerff challenging a Board Order issued in an enforcement case 5.1.4 Texas Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine lawsuit against the Board, regarding the Board allowing certain chiropractors to perform acupuncture within scope of practice. 5.2 Additionally, 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 Request for Approval to Sit for the Texas Jurisprudence Exam 7.1.1 Lazaro Olivares, Revoked Licensee Seeking New License 7.2 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 8. Rules Committee business 8.1 Recommendation to Publish Proposed Rule Amendments or Rule Repeals 8.1.1 Recommendation to publish proposed rule concerning a modification to conform rule 75.9 to the Chiropractic Act s201.507. 8.1.2 Recommendation to publish proposed rule 73.2(a) concerning probationary CE to harmonize the rule with rule 73.5. 8.1.3 Recommendation to publish proposed rule 80.7 to exempt designated doctors from compliance with that section. 8.1.4 Recommendation to publish proposed rule 74.3 to provide additional regulation of non-DC owners. 8.1.5 Recommendation to publish proposed rule 75.3 to provide the Board with notification upon receiving deferred adjudication and change the title of chapter 75. 8.1.6 Recommendation to publish proposed rule modifying rule 75.8 to clarify that a licensee and facility owner are equally responsible for posting public information and current annual registration certificate. 8.1.7 Recommendation to publish proposed rule modifying rule 80.1 to clarify the requirements on providing Board notice of hiring recent graduates. 8.1.8 Recommendation to publish proposed rule modifying rule 73.3 to clarify the requirements for continuing education regarding coding and documentation in ethics and further clarifying qualifying exemptions. 8.1.9 Recommendation to publish proposed modifications to rule 73.4 to provide additional opportunities to maintain an inactive license before the Board and establish a defined limit of the status as required by the Chiropractic Act. 8.1.10 Recommendation to publish proposed modification to rule 73.3 to alter the nature of the required hours and expand the qualifications to increase the number of qualified instructors. 8.1.11 Recommendation to publish proposed modifications to rule 75.17 and newly proposed rules 78.13 through 78.15 to clarify nature of referral and provide easier readability to the proposed rules by separating the topics of scope of practice and scope of prohibition. 8.1.12 Recommendation to publish proposed modification to rule 75.6(c) to clarify the 15 day requirement for a doctor to respond to a Board complaint includes the requirement to provide documents. 8.1.13 Recommendation to delete rule 71.15. 8.1.14 Recommendation to publish proposed modification to rule 75.13. 8.2 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Draft Comprehensive Rule restructure. 8.2.1 Discussion and recommendation to publish proposed Draft Comprehensive Rule restructure. 8.3 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 # 111-238 9.1.2 Case # 2012-032 9.1.3 Case # 2012-081 9.1.4 Case # 2012-108 9.1.5 Case # 2012-232 9.1.6 Case # 2012-246 9.1.7 Case # 2013-054 9.1.8 Case # 2013-064 9.1.9 Case # 2013-079 9.1.10 Case # 2013-128 9.1.11 Case # 2013-258 9.1.12 Case # 2013-275 9.1.13 Case # 2013-299 9.1.14 Case # 2013-332 9.1.15 Case # 2014-008 9.1.16 Case # 2014-014 9.1.17 Case # 2014-017 9.1.18 Case # 2014-043 9.1.19 Case # 2014-044 9.1.20 Case # 2014-068 9.1.21 Case # 2014-078 9.1.22 Case # 2014-083 9.1.23 Case # 2014-088 9.1.24 Case # 2014-103 9.1.25 Case # 2014-105 9.1.26 Case # 2014-106 9.1.27 Case # 2014-110 9.1.28 Case # 2014-111 9.1.29 Case # 2014-113 9.1.30 Case # 2014-124 9.1.31 Case # 2014-131 9.1.32 Case # 2014-140 9.1.33 Case # 2014-141 9.1.34 Case # 2014-154 9.1.35 Case # 2014-161 9.1.36 Case # 2014-178 9.1.37 Case # 2014-037 9.1.38 Case # 2013-380 9.1.39 Case # 2013-048 9.1.40 Case # 2014-156 9.1.41 Case # 111-052 9.1.42 Case # 2013-097 9.1.43 Case # 2014-143 9.1.44 Case # 2014-155 9.1.45 Case # 111-269 9.2 Consideration of Requests to Expunge Records. 9.2.1 Case # 102-964 9.2.2 Case # 110-280 9.2.3 Case # 2013-204 9.3 Consideration of Board Orders. 9.3.1 Case # 2014-219 (Statutory Revocation) 9.4 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 the remainder of Calendar Years 2014 – 2015 are: (1) November 13, 2014 (4) August 20, 2015 (2) February 19, 2015 (5) November 19, 2015 (3) May 21, 2015 Note: All planned board meeting dates through November 2015 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 dates apart from the board meetings are scheduled for: (1) October 14, 2014 (3) January 13, 2015 (2) November 12, 2014 (4) February 18, 2015 10.3 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Jo Manning, 512/305-6906
Department of State Health Services
August 21, 2014 – 01:00 PM
Department of State Health Services, Tower Building, Room T-407,1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Institutional Review Brd #1 (Acting as Scientific Review Panel) The Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call To Order Submission(s) for Review: Hospital Discharge Data Requests 14-030 2011 and 2012 RDF Texas Hospital Admissions among New Mexico Residents for Outcomes Related to Environmental, Occupational, Asthma and Public Health [new] 08-020 Texas Hospitalizations among NM Residents for Asthma, Acute Myocardial Infarction, CO, & other Poisonings, Injury, Intentional Harm & Assault, Substance Use, & Mental Health Disorders [renewal] 10-012 Texas Hospitalizations among New Mexico Residents for Outcomes Related to Occupational, Environmental Health, Injury, and Substance Abuse, 2007-2008 [renewal] 11-079 Texas Hospital Admissions among New Mexico Residents for Outcomes related to Environmental and Occupational Health [renewal] 11-082 Texas Hospital Admissions among New Mexico Residents for Outcomes Related to Environmental, Occupational, and Asthma Health [renewal] 13-035 Pilot Test: Using Texas Health Care Information Collection Inpatient and Outpatient Data to Improve Case Finding and Data Quality [renewal] 13-045 Analysis of Hospitalizations and Birth Outcomes: Social Vulnerability and Neighborhood Characteristics and How They Affect the Association between Extreme Heat, Air Pollution, and Adverse Health Outcomes [renewal] Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Steven Lowenstein, 512/776-2202
Department of State Health Services
August 21, 2014 – 01:00 PM
6121 North I-35, Austin
Medical Directors Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Review mission and vision statements for GETAC Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective EMS/Trauma System for a healthy, safe Texas. Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive EMS/Trauma System that will meet the needs of all patients and that will raise the standards for community health care by implementing innovative techniques and systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review and make recommendations for the revision of the 2002 document "A Strategic Plan for the Texas EMS/Trauma System." 2. EMS patient care reports provided to receiving emergency facilities, as required by 25 TAC s157.11(m)(9). General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Phil Lockwood, 512/834-6700 X 2032
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 21, 2014 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Influenza Vaccines (90685 and 90687). Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for Influenza Vaccines (90685 and 90687). The hearing will be held in compliance with Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC also will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. The payment rates for Influenza Vaccines (90685 and 90687) are proposed to be effective October 1, 2014. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment services. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after August 7, 2014. 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar, Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax : Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 21, 2014 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Neurostimulators and Neuromuscular Stimulators. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comHealth and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for Neurostimulators and Neuromuscular Stimulators. The hearing will be held in compliance with Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC also will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. The payment rates for Neurostimulators and Neuromuscular Stimulators are proposed to be effective October 1, 2014. Methodology and Justification.The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8021, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for home health services and durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies; §355.8061, which addresses payment for hospital services; §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and certain other practitioners; §355.8121, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Ambulatory Surgical Centers; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment services. Briefing Package. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8021, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for home health services and durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies; §355.8061, which addresses payment for hospital services; §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and certain other practitioners; §355.8121, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Ambulatory Surgical Centers; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment services. 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar, Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax : Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 21, 2014 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review. The hearing will be held in compliance with Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC also will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review are proposed to be effective October 1, 2014, for the following services: Family Planning, General and Integumentary System Surgery, Orthotics and Prosthetics, Physician Administered Drugs – Oncology, Physician Administered Drugs – Nononcology, Respiratory Therapists. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8021, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for home health services and durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies; §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment services; and §355.8581, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Family Planning Services Briefing Package A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after August 7, 2014. 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax : Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email; sarah.hambrick@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 21, 2014 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for G Codes (Procedures/Professional Services (Temporary). Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for G (Procedures/Professional Services (Temporary)) Codes. The hearing will be held in compliance with Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC also will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. The payment rates for G Codes (Procedures/Professional Services (Temporary)) are proposed to be effective October 1, 2014. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment services. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after August 7, 2014. 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar, Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax : Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 21, 2014 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rate for Physician-Administered Drug – Kadcyla (J9354). Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rate for Physician-Administered Drug – Kadcyla (J9354). The hearing will be held in compliance with Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC also will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. The payment rate for Physician-Administered Drug – Kadcyla (J9354) is proposed to be effective July 1, 2014. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment services. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after August 7, 2014. 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar, Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax : Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 21, 2014 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Cardiovascular System Surgery. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for Cardiovascular System Surgery. The hearing will be held in compliance with Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC also will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. The payment rates for Cardiovascular System Surgery are proposed to be effective October 1, 2014. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after August 7, 2014. Interested parties 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) 730-7475; or by e-mail at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar, Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax : Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 21, 2014 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Sleep Studies. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for Sleep Studies. The hearing will be held in compliance with Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC also will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. The payment rates for Sleep Studies are proposed to be effective October 1, 2014. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8021, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for home health services and durable medical equipment prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies; §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment services. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after August 7, 2014. 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar, Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax : Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Department of State Health Services
August 21, 2014 – 02:30 PM
6121 North I-35, Austin
Trauma Systems Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Recognize and welcome new members to the committee Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review of current DSHS EMS and Trauma System Rules, in Title 25 of the Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 157, and make recommendations to DSHS with regard to the process for applying for trauma facility designation. 2. Trauma System Strategic Plan Revisions 3. Report: Trauma Systems Committee Registry Workgroup (TSCRW). 4. Report: Trauma Systems Committee Trauma Medical Director's workgroup. 5. Report: Trauma Systems Committee Mid-Level Provider workgroup. 6. Report: Trauma Systems Committee Regional Advisory Council (RAC) System Development workgroup. 7. Implementation: Trauma Registrar's Trauma Registry Workgroup 8. Trauma System Survey Review 9. Trauma Electronic Medical Record Implementation Workgroup 10. Committee Member Stakeholder Reports a. GETAC Council b. Region VI American College of Surgeons/Committee on Trauma (ACS/COT) c. Texas Trauma Coordinator's Forum (TTCF) d. Level IV Trauma Centers e. Level III Trauma Centers f. Level II Trauma Centers g. Level I Trauma Centers h. Pediatric Trauma Centers i. Texas EMS/Trauma Foundation (TETAF) Trauma Division j. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) k. Trauma Center Administrators l. Texas Hospital Association m. Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) 11. EMS patient care reports provided to receiving emergency facilities, as required by 25 TAC s157.11(m)(9) General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Phil Lockwood, 512/834-6700 X 203
Department of State Health Services
August 21, 2014 – 04:00 PM
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 6121 North I-35, Austin
Cardiac Care Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. State of the GETAC Cardiac Care Committee Activities: What have we done to date and what should be the next steps 2. Report on current results of the American Heart Association (AHA) action Registry 3. Report on DSHS-Cardiovascular Disease Council Interface 4. Report on Regional Advisory Council (RAC) ST Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) Survey 5. Update on Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) link to National Cardiovascular Data Registry CathPCI Registry and database coding of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in Cardiac Arrest General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Phil Lockwood, 512/834-6700 X 203
8/22/2014
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
August 22, 2014 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510, Austin
Investigation (1) Call to order. (2) Public comment. (3) Review and possible action on case #s: 13-039; 13-068; 13-088; 13-108; 13-144; 13-154; 13-168; 14-002; 14-012; 14-015; 14-020; 14-021; 14-026; 14-037; 14-064; 14-069; 14-073; 14-079; 14-080; 14-087; 14-089; 14-091; 14-094; 14-095; 14-096; 14-097; 14-098; 14-099; 14-100; 14-101; 14-102; 14-103; 14-104; 14-105; 14-106; 14-107; 14-108; 14-109; 14-110; 14-111; 14-112; 14-113; 14-114; 14-115; 14-116; 14-117; 14-118; 14-119; 14-120; 14-121; 14-122; 14-123; 14-124; 14-125; 14-126; 14-127; 14-128; 14-129; 14-130; 14-131; 14-132; 14-133; 14-134; 14-135; 14-136; 14-137; 14-138; 14-139; 14-140; 14-141; 14-142; 14-143; 14-144; 14-145; 14-146; 14-147; 14-148; 14-149; 14-150; 14-151; 14-152; 14-153; 14-154; 14-155; 14-156; 14-157; 14-158; 14-159; 14-160; 14-161; 14-162; 14-163; 14-164; and 14-165. (4) Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Jennifer Jones, 512/305-6900
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 22, 2014 – 09:00 AM
701 W 51st Street (Winters Building, Public Hearing Room), Austin
Pharmaceutical and Therapeutics Committee 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes from April 11, 2014 3. Old Business: Report on HHSC decisions on acceptance of the Pharmaceutical & Therapeutics Committee recommendations from the April 11, 2014 meeting. 4. New Business: Public Comment on Drug Classes to be reviewed for the Medicaid Preferred Drug List (Drug Classes Listed Below): a. Alzheimer's Agents b. Antibiotics, Inhaled c. Antihistamines, Minimally Sedating d. Antihypertensives, Sympatholytic e. Antivirals, Oral f. Calcium Channel Blockers g. Cephalosporins and Related Antibiotics h. Cough & Cold, Cold i. Cough & Cold, Narcotic j. Cough & Cold, Non-Narcotic k. Fluoroquinolones, Oral l. Glucocorticoids, Oral m. Immunosuppressives, Oral n. Iron, Oral o. Leukotriene Modifiers p. NSAIDs q. Ophthalmic Antibiotic/Steroid Combinations r. Ophthalmic Antibiotics s. Ophthalmics for Allergic Conjunctivitis t. Ophthalmics, Anti-Inflammatory u. Ophthalmics, Glaucoma v. Otic Anti-Infectives & Anesthetics w. Otic Antibiotics x. Prenatal Vitamins y. Skeletal Muscle Relaxants z. Steroids, Topical High aa. Steroids, Topical Low bb. Steroids, Topical Medium cc. Steroids, Topical Very High dd. Ulcerative Colitis 5. Public Comment on new drugs to be reviewed for the Medicaid Preferred Drug List (Drugs Listed Below): a. Acne Agents, Topical / Retin-A Micro 0.08% pump b. Analgesics, Narcotic Long / Zohydro ER c. Analgesics, Narcotic Short / Xartemis XR d. Antifungals, Topical / Luzu e. Beta Blockers / Inderal XL f. COPD Agents / Anoro Ellipta g. Cytokine & CAM Antagonists / Otezla h. Hypoglycemics, SGLT2 / Farxiga i. PAH Agents, Oral & Inhaled / Orenitram ER j. Phosphate Binders / Velphoro k. Sedative Hypnotics / Hetlioz 6. Therapeutic and Clinical Drug Reviews and Updates – Chris Andrews, Pharm.D., Magellan Medicaid Administration 7. Executive Work Session Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Chapter 531, and in accordance with Title 1Texas Administrative Code, Part 15, Subchapter F, s354.1928, the Pharmaceutical & Therapeutics Committee may meet in Executive Session on one or more items listed under New Business, items #4, #5,and #6. 8. Announcements of Drugs Recommended for the Medicaid Preferred Drug List 9. Adjourn 10. Next Meeting Date: November 21, 2014. Additional Information Contact: Bobbie Nolen, 512/707-6148
Department of State Health Services
August 22, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 6121 North I-35, Austin
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council The Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order Approval of Minutes Chair Report and Discussion Assistant Commissioner Report (Division for Regulatory Services) State EMS/Trauma System Report Assistant Commissioner Report (Environmental Epidemiology and Disease Registries Section) Assistant Commissioner Report (Division for Regional and Local Health Services) Preparedness Coordinating Council GETAC Committee Summary Reports Air Medical Committee Cardiac Care Committee Disaster/Emergency Preparedness Committee Education Committee EMS Committee Injury Prevention Committee Medical Directors Committee Pediatric Committee Stroke Committee Trauma Systems Committee GETAC Liaison Summary Reports Texas EMS, Trauma, and Acute Care Foundation (TETAF) EMS for Children State Partnership update Discussion, public comment, and possible action on the following items: Advisory Council Members (Public comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) 1. EMS patient care reports provided to receiving emergency facilities, as required by rule in Title 25 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157, s157.11(m)(9). 2. Revision of the 2002 document "A Strategic Plan for the Texas EMS/Trauma System." 3. GETAC strategic planning session in accordance with Health and Safety Code, Chapter 773, s773.012(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: Phil Lockwood, 512/834-6700 X 2032
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 22, 2014 – 12:00 PM
1100 Congress Ave. (Texas Capitol Extension, Room E2.018), Austin
Texas Office for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities Executive Committee Meeting (TOPDD) 1. Call to Order: Roll call of Members/Establish Quorum 2. Greetings and Introductions: Richard Garnett, Ph.D. 3. Approval of Minutes from May 10, 2014 Meeting 4. Child Safety and Injury Prevention: Ashley Givens 5. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Collaborative: Mary Tijerina, Ph.D., MSSW 6. Resource Development: Marian Sokol, Ph.D. 7. Executive Director report: Janet Sharkis 8. Scheduling of Next Meeting: Richard Garnett, Ph.D. 9. Public Comment 10. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Angela Morales, 512/206-4544
Texas Medical Board
August 22, 2014 – 01:00 PM
333 Guadalupe St.,, Lobby Area, Room 100, Austin
Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Stakeholder Group 1. Introduction 2. TMB Meeting Minutes – Electronic Medical Records and Communication Ad Hoc Committee, June 26, 2014 3. Rule Review: Chapter 165 – Medical Records s165.1(a) 4. Adjourn . Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
8/27/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
August 27, 2014 – 10:00 AM
6330 Highway 290 East (ITT Building, Rooms 3-4), Austin
The Quality Based Payment Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Approval of the May 15, 2014 Meeting Minutes 3. Informational Presentations: a. Dr Walters: Episode based payment for Cancer Interventions b. Updates on initiatives, website c. Dr Gore: Issues Addressing Patients' Social Needs – Critical to Improving Health Status and Reducing Costs 4. Lunch (Recess) 5. Committee Discussions and Recommendations a. Alternative payment models b. End of life care c. Potentially preventable events 6. Public Comment 7. Next Meeting (November 19, 2014) 8. Adjourn.
Additional Information Contact: Matthew Ferrara, 512/380-4371
8/28/2014
House Select Committee on Health Care Education and Training
August 28, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Capitol Extension Building, Room E2.012, Austin
The committee will meet to hear invited testimony from select state agencies, institutions of private, public and higher education, the health care business community and other interested stakeholders to help the committee evaluate and assess the current state of the health care workforce in Texas. Additional Information Contact: Rep. Susan King, 512/463-0718
Comptroller of Public Accounts
August 28, 2014 – 01:00 PM
111 East 17th Street, Room 205, L.B.J. Building, Austin
Medicaid and Public Assistance Fraud Oversight Task Force I. Introduction: Call to Order and Welcome II. Roll Call of Task Force Member Agencies A. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) B. Office of the Attorney General (OAG) C. Department of Public Safety D. State Auditor's Office E. Texas Department of Insurance F. Comptroller III. Public Comment IV. Action Item: Approval of Minutes from the May 27, 2014 meeting V. Update from HHSC – Office of Inspector General on Medicaid fraud prevention VI. Updates regarding fraud prevention from other Task Force Member Agencies VII. Discussion of future agenda items VIII. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Brashear, 512/463-3901
8/29/2014
Department of State Health Services
August 29, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Room 1410/1420, 4900 North Lamar, Austin
Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI) and Preventable Adverse Events (PAE) Advisory Panel The Panel will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Announcements 3. Review of May 29, 2014 meeting minutes 4. HAI/PAE program a. Staffing update b. HAI/PAE rule changes/amendments c. PAE reporting status update d. HAI reporting data summary e. Facility HAI data audit report f. Status report on Multidrug resistant acinetobacter (MDR-A) and Carbapenem resistant enerococcus (CRE) reporting g. Status report on Clostridium difficle exceptional item activities 5. Update on Website activities 6. Report on recent training/educational activities 7. Review of items from the last meeting 8. Agenda items for next meeting 9. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Shawn Tupy, 512/776-2780
9/3/2014
House Committee on Human Services
September 3, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Capitol Extension Building, Room E2.030, Austin
The committee will meet to take invited and public testimony on the following interim charge: Conduct legislative oversight and monitoring of the agencies and programs under the committee.s jurisdiction, including implementation of the Balancing Incentives Program and relevant legislation passed by the 83rd Legislature. In conducting this oversight, the committee should: a. consider any reforms to state agencies to make them more responsive to Texas taxpayers and citizens; b. identify issues regarding the agency or its governance that may be appropriate to investigate, improve, remedy, or eliminate; c. determine whether an agency is operating in a transparent and efficient manner; and d. identify opportunities to streamline programs and services while maintaining the mission of the agency and its programs. Additional Information Contact: Rep. Raymond, 512/463-0558
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