The following state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between December 30, 2017 and January 19, 2018.
1/3/2018
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 3, 2018 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Residential Care Program, Assisted Living Services, and Personal Care 3 Services. Hearing. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Residential Care (RC) program, Assisted Living (AL) services, and Personal Care 3 (PC3) services. The proposed rates for the RC program will be utilized in the fee-for-service payment model and the proposed rates for AL and PC3 services will be utilized in the calculation of the STAR+PLUS managed care capitation rates for the Home and Community-Based Services risk group. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/live-archived-meet…. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. HHSC proposes to decrease the Service Support cost component for the RC program and for AL and PC3 services to reflect the most recent increase in federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in accordance with the rate-setting methodologies below. The methodologies require that when SSI increases, the per diem reimbursement decreases in an amount equal to the increase in SSI received by clients. The payment rates are proposed to be effective February 1, 2018. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code: §355.509(c)(2), which addresses the reimbursement methodology for the RC program; §355.503(c)(2)(B), which addresses the reimbursement methodology for AL services; and §355.503(c)(2)(D), which addresses the reimbursement methodology for PC3 services. Briefing Package.A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://rad.hhs.texas.gov/rate-packets on or after December 15, 2017. Interested parties may obtain a copy of the briefing package prior to the hearing by contacting the HHSC Rate Analysis Department by telephone at (512) 730-7401; by fax at (512) 730-7475; or by e-mail at RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also will be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted in lieu of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5:00 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 e-mail. U.S. Mail: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, Texas 78751-2316. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at (512) 730-7475. E-mail: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
1/5/2018
State Board of Dental Examiners
January 5, 2018 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe St, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Anesthesia Committee MEETING Convenes on January 5, 2018 – 10:00 a.m. – Conclusion 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 2, Suite 225 Austin, Texas 78701 AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER. II. ROLL CALL OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS. III. PUBLIC COMMENTS. IV. DISCUSSION: a. Review of SB313 of the 85th Legislative Session b. Review of Chapter 110 V. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE COMMITTEE ACTION: a. New 22 Tex. Admin Code 110.13, Pre-operative Sedation/Anesthesia Checklist b. New 22 Tex. Admin Code 110.14, Emergency Preparedness Protocols c. New 22 Tex. Admin Code 110.15, Prevention of Sedation/Anesthesia Emergencies d. New 22 Tex. Admin. Code 110.7, Portability VI.DISCUSSION AND PLANNING FOR FUTURE COMMITTEE ACTION: a. High-risk patients b. Pediatric patients c. Inspections d. Minimal Sedation Level 1 permit e. Re-write entire chapter 110 VII. OTHER VIII. ADJOURN *The member of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners presiding over the meeting noticed herein will be physically present at the meeting location. Other members of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners may participate in the meeting through videoconferencing technology, pursuant to Section 551.127(c) of the Texas Government Code, and other applicable laws. Additional Information Contact: www.tsbde.texas.gov
Department of State Health Services
January 5, 2018 – 12:30 PM
Austin State Hospital Campus, 4110 Guadalupe St, West Auditorium, Austin
Texas HIV Medication Advisory Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda. I. Call to Order II. Welcome and Introductions III. Approval of previous meeting minutes (April 7, 2017, June 16, 2017, and October 6, 2017) IV. Update on the Division for Disease Control and Prevention Services V. Ryan White Part B Updates VI. Texas HIV Medication Program (THMP) Budget Update VII. AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP)/State Pharmacy Assistance Program (SPAP) update reports VIII. Discussion of THMP recertification process IX. Discussion Item-Adding additional HCV medications to the ADAP formulary for the THMP Pilot X. Action Item-Request from Napo Pharmaceuticals for recommendation to add Mytesi to the THMP formulary XI. Discussion Item-Addition of Juluca to the THMP formulary XII. Discussion of Medication Advisory Committee (MAC) role XIII. Schedule next meeting XIV. Public comments XV. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Mary Richards, 512/776-7111
1/8/2018
Texas Medical Board
January 8, 2018 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 780, Austin
Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Cease and Desist hearing. 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
1/9/2018
Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities
January 9, 2018 – 09:00 AM
1021 San Pedro Ave. – VIA Metropolitan Transit Board Rm, San Antonio
I. Call to Order / Roll Call / Introductions – Aaron Bangor, Chair II. Approval of October 24-25, 2017 Meeting Minutes (Discussion/Possible Action) III. Public Comment (Limited to 3 minutes per presentation) IV. Executive Director, Chairman and Staff Reports – Ron Lucey and Aaron Bangor (Discussion/Possible Action) Activities and Accomplishments, October – December, 2017 V. Reports from Invited Exofficio Agency Representatives (Discussion and Possible Action) – Department of Family and Protective Services – Health and Human Services Commission – Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation – Texas Education Agency – Texas State Independent Living Council – Texas Workforce Commission VI. Policy Development for 2019-2020 Biennium (Discussion/Possible Action) based on the Committee's ten issue areas of Access, Communications, Education, Emergency Preparedness, Health, Housing, Recreation, Transportation, Veterans and Workforce VII. Invited Speakers (Discussion/Possible Action) – Suzie Edrington, Office of Management and Budget Director, VIA Metropolitan Transit. "Paratransit Best Practices" – Jennifer Allen, Founder/CEO, Aspergers101 "Implementation of House Bill 1434 (85R) and Recommendation for Sharing Communication Impediment with Peace Officers Information with Texas Law Officers" – Deborah Scharven, Accessibility Compliance Manager, City of San Antonio Disability Access Office – Gordon Hartman, Founder, The Gordon Hartman Family Foundation. "Morgan's Wonderland" VIII. Member Reports on Community Outreach (Discussion/Possible Action) IX. Future Meetings (Discussion/Possible Action) Proposed: April 26, 2018 in conjunction with annual Barbara Jordan Media Awards X. Adjournment Notice of Assistance at Public Meetings. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need assistance, such as American Sign Language interpreter, Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) or materials in an alternate format, contact the Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities at least seven (7) working days prior to the meeting. 512-463-5739. Use the Relay Option of Your Choice. E-mail: gcpd@gov.texas.gov. Additional Information Contact: Nancy Van Loan, 512/463-5739
1/10/2018
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 10, 2018 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Children and Youth Behavioral Health Subcommittee AGENDA: Behavioral Health Advisory Committee Children and Youth Behavioral Health Subcommittee January 10, 2018 10:00 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/live-archi ed-meetings the day and time of the meeting. 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Family experience presentation 3. Review of October 11, 2017, meeting minutes (Action) 4. Children and Youth Behavioral Health Subcommittee recommendations and next steps 5. Orientation to Texas Linking Actions for Unmet Needs in Children's Health (LAUNCH) project 6. Vote on Texas LAUNCH oversight (Action) 7. Texas Education Agency Texas System of Care (TxSOC) collaboration efforts 8. Lunch break 9. Children's Mental Health Awareness 2018 planning 10. TxSOC sustainability video 11. Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts 12. Project updates a. Alliance for Adolescent Recovery and Treatment in Texas b. TxSOC 13. Public comment 14. Next steps 15. Announcements 16. Next meeting – April 11, 2018 17. Adjourn Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Lillian Stengart, Project Director, Texas System of Care, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-487-3312, or Lillian.Stengart@hhsc.state.tx.us. This meeting is open to the public. No reservations are required, and there is no cost to attend this meeting. Additional Information Contact: Lillian Stengart, 512/487-3312
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 10, 2018 – 10:00 AM
1100 West 49th St., Health and Human Services Commission, Moreton Building, Room M100, Austin
Early Childhood Intervention Advisory Committee AGENDA: Early Childhood Intervention Advisory Committee January 10, 2018 10:00 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Moreton Building Room M100 1100 West 49th St. Austin, Texas 78756 Texas Penal Code Section 46.035(c) states: "A license holder commits an offense if the license holder intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly carries a handgun under the authority of Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Texas Government Code, regardless of whether the handgun is concealed or carried in a shoulder or belt holster, in the room or rooms where a meeting of a governmental entity is held and if the meeting is an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, and the entity provided notice as required by that chapter." Please note that this governmental meeting is, in the opinion of counsel representing the Health and Human Services Commission, an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, and the Health and Human Services Commission is providing notice of this meeting as required by Chapter 551. In addition, please note that the written communication required by Texas Penal Code Sections 30.06 and 30.07, prohibiting both concealed and open carry of handguns by Texas Government Code Chapter 411 licensees, will be posted at the entrances to this governmental meeting. This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/live-archi ed-meetings the day and time of the meeting. 1. Call to order 2. Approval of minutes for November 1, 2017 3. Early Childhood Intervention program update 4. Annual Performance Report discussion 5. Presentation from the Office of Disability Prevention for Children 6. Program Director and committee member updates 7. Public comment (limited to five minutes per person) 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/776-4326
1/11/2018
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
January 11, 2018 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510, Austin
Investigation Committee (1) Call to order (2) Public comment (3) Review and possible action on cases (4) Discussion and possible action on the status of the finger print process for application/renewal (5) Discussion and possible action on disciplinary action matrix (6) Set next committee meeting date (7) Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Lea Weiss, 512/305-6900
State Board of Dental Examiners
January 11, 2018 – 01:00 PM
333 Guadalupe St, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Licensing Committee January 11, 2018 – Convenes at 1:00 p.m. – Conclusion William B. Hobby Jr. Building 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 2, Room 225 Austin, Texas 78701 AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. ROLL CALL. 3. DISCUSSION AND REVIEW OF APPLICABLE LAWS AND RULES. 4. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE COMMITTEE ACTION ON STAFF'S RECOMMENDED APPLICATION DENIALS. 4.1 APPLICATION 2018Q1DDS1 4.2 APPLICATION 2018Q1RDH1 5. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE COMMITTEE ACTION ON APPLICATIONS FOR SPECIAL CONSIDERATION OR EXCEPTION TO BOARD RULES. 5.1 APPLICATION 2018Q1DDS2 5.2 APPLICATION 2018Q1DDS3 6. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE COMMITTEE ACTION ON NITROUS MONITORING COURSE PROVIDER APPROVAL. 7. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE COMMITTEE ACTION ON DENTAL HYGIENE WREB EXAMINER APPLICATION. 8. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE COMMITTEE ACTION ON REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT COURSE PROVIDER APPLICATION. 9. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION. 10. PUBLIC COMMENTS. 11. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE COMMITTEE ACTION ON RULE. 11.1 Amended 22 Tex. Admin. Code 101.2, Licensure by Examination 12. LICENSING DIVISION REPORT. 13. ADJOURN. *CLOSED MEETING: Pursuant to Tex. Occ. Code s263.001(b), the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners may enter a closed meeting to deliberate an application for licensure. The member of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners presiding over the meeting noticed herein will be physically present at the meeting location. Other members of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners may participate in the meeting through video conferencing technology, pursuant to Section 551.127(c) of the Texas Government Code, and other applicable laws. Additional Information Contact: www.tsbde.texas.gov
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 11, 2018 – 03:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rate for Levulan Kerastick (J7308). Hearing. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed Medicaid payment rate for Levulan Kerastick (J7308). The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/live-archived-meet…. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. The payment rate for Levulan Kerastick (J7308) is proposed to be effective January 1, 2018. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rate was calculated in accordance with Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code: §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 (also known as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rate will be available at http://rad.hhs.texas.gov/rate-packets on or after December 28, 2017. 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. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted in lieu of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5:00 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 e-mail. U.S. Mail: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, Texas 78751-2316. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at (512) 730-7475. E-mail: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 11, 2018 – 03:00 A
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the 2018 Annual Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Updates. Hearing. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the 2018 Annual Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Updates. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/live-archived-meet…. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. The payment rates for the 2018 Annual HCPCS Updates are proposed to be effective January 1, 2018, for the following services: Physician Administered Drugs – Type of Service (TOS) 1 (Medical Services); Medical Services – TOS 1 (Medical Services); Surgery and Assistant Surgery Services – TOS 2 (Surgery Services) and 8 (Assistant Surgery); Nonclinical Laboratory Services – TOS 5 (Laboratory), I (Interpretation Component), and T (Technical Component); Clinical Laboratory Services – TOS 5 (Laboratory Services); Anesthesia Services – TOS 7 (Anesthesia Services); Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies – TOS 9 (Other Medical Items or Services) and J (DME Purchase – New); Ambulatory Surgical Center – TOS F (Ambulatory Surgical Center); and Dental Services – TOS W (Texas Health Steps Dental/Orthodontia). Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code: §355.8021, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for home health services; §355.8023, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS); §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; §355.8097, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physical, occupational, and speech therapy services; §355.8121, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for ambulatory surgical centers; §355.8221, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for certified registered nurse anesthetists and anesthesiologist assistants; §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) Services (also known as Texas Health Steps); and §355.8610, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for clinical laboratory services. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://rad.hhs.texas.gov/rate-packets on or after December 28, 2017. 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. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted in lieu of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5:00 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 e-mail. U.S. Mail: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, Texas 78751-2316. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at (512) 730-7475. E-mail: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us