The following state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between February 3 and February 23.
2/6/2018
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
February 6, 2018 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-225, Austin
Board Business Meeting Agenda A. Announcements Meeting Procedures Board Members Staff Continuing Education B. Discussion and Approval of Minutes TSBP Board Member Training Session Held November 6, 2017 TSBP Board Business Meeting Held November 7, 2017 Temporary Suspension Hearings C. Discussion of and Possible Action Regarding Rules C.1 Final Adoption of Rules C.1.1 Amendments to s283.3 Concerning Licensing Requirements C.1.2 Amendments to s291.153 Concerning Duties of a Pharmacist in Charge of a Class G Pharmacy C.1.3 Amendments to s295.2 Concerning the Definition of Employment C.1.4 Amendments to s295.8 Concerning Continuing Education Requirements for Pharmacists C.1.5 Amendments to s297.3 Concerning Renewal Fees for Expired Pharmacy Technician Registrations ('297.3) C.2 Proposal of Rules C.2.1 Amendments to s291.9 Concerning Prescription Pick Up Locations C.2.2 Amendments to s291.33 Concerning Automated Check Devices C.2.3 Amendments to s291.33 Concerning Automated Storage and Distribution Devices C.2.4 Amendments to '291.75 and 291.76 Concerning Dispensing Pharmacist Initial Log C.2.5 Amendments to s291.121 Concerning Drugs Dispensed Through a Telepharmacy System C.2.6 Amendments to s291.125 Concerning Prescription Drug Order Clarification C.2.7 Amendments to s291.151 Concerning Pharmacies Located in a Freestanding Emergency Medical Care Facility (Class F) Emergency Room C.3 Rule Reviews in Accordance with Government Code, Section s2001.039 C.3.1 For Adoption: C.3.1.1 Chapter 291 Concerning Pharmacies (Nuclear Pharmacy (Class B) (''291.51-291.55) C.3.1.2 Chapter 305 Concerning Educational Requirements (''305.1-305.2) C.3.1.3 Chapter 309 Concerning Generic Substitution (''309.1-309.8) D. Discussion of and Possible Action Concerning the Following Reports and Discussions D.1 Financial Update D.1.1 Consideration of Material Changes to Contracts for Goods and Services Awarded Under Chapter 2155 of Texas Government Code D.1.2 Review of FY2017 Expenditures D.1.3 Review of Board Member Travel Budget D.1.4 Review and Approval of Internal Audit Plan D.2 Update Concerning Program to Aid Impaired Pharmacists and Pharmacy Students D.2.1 Update on Number of Participating Individuals D.2.2 Professional Recovery Network (PRN) D.2.2.1 Presentation and Discussion Concerning PRN Expenditures and Activities D.3 Review and Approval of TSBP FY2017 Annual Report D.4 Discussion Concerning TSBP FY2019-2023 Strategic Plan D.5 Discussion Concerning Board Investigative/Disciplinary Priorities D.6 Discussion and Possible Action Concerning Prospective Review in Rural Hospitals D.7 Discussion Concerning Class D Pharmacy Rules D.8 Discussion Concerning Finger Tip Testing in Pharmacies Under Common Ownership D.9 Discussion Concerning New License Required When Class AS, Class CS, and Class ES Pharmacies Change Location D.10 Discussion Concerning Disciplinary Aggravating and Mitigating Factors D.11 Discussion Concerning Goals and Competency Objectives of Internship Programs D.12 Report on Customer Service Survey Report D.13 Discussion Concerning Rule Change Relating to Costs of Hearings at the State Office of Administrative Hearings D.14 Report on Appeals from State Office of Administrative Hearings Cases and Other Court Actions D.15 Report on Prescription Monitoring Program D.16 Update on Legislation Passed During the 85th Texas Legislative Session that have an Impact on TSBP and/or the Practice of Pharmacy E. Disciplinary Orders F. Consideration of and Possible Action Concerning the Following Enforcement Reports F.1 Report on Complaints Closed and Dismissed During the Previous Quarter F.2 Report on Status of Active/Pending Complaints G. Miscellaneous G.1 Items to be Placed on Agenda for May 2018 Board Meeting G.2 Discussion of and Possible Action on Upcoming Meetings Technician Informal Conference, Austin, February 22, 2018 (Tijerina) Informal Conference, Austin, March 6-8, 2018 (Miller and Wiesner) Technician Informal Conference, Austin, March 22, 2018 (Wiesner) Informal Conference, Austin, April 3-5, 2018 (Yoakum and Wiesner) Technician Informal Conference, Austin, April 19, 2018 (Yoakum) TSBP Board Business Meeting, Austin May 1, 2018 __________ THE TEXAS STATE BOARD OF PHARMACY MAY ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION TO CONSIDER ANY AGENDA ITEM WHEN PERMITTED BY TEXAS LAW. Additional Information Contact: Becky Damon, 512/305-8026
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 6, 2018 – 01:30 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 3501, Austin
Transition to Managed Care Subcommittee Meeting Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee AGENDA: Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Transition to Managed Care Subcommittee Meeting February 6, 2018 1:30 p.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 3501 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and accept December 12, 2017, subcommittee meeting minutes 3. Discuss recommendations for Intellectual and Developmental Disability carve-in evaluation 4. Discuss Transition to Managed Care goals and objectives 5. Review STAR+PLUS dental chart 6. Public comment 7. Discuss future agenda, action items, and recommendations 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Joy Kearney, 512/487-3458
Texas Medical Board
February 6, 2018 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Lobby area, Room 100, Austin
Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Application for Temporary Suspension With Notice. 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
2/7/2018
Department of State Health Services
February 7, 2018 – 09:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, 1100 West 49th St, Bernstein Building, Room G107, Austin
Task Force of Border Health Officials The Task Force will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call To Order – Esmeralda Guajardo, Chair 2. Roll Call – Esmeralda Guajardo, Chair 3. Welcome and Meeting Logistics – Esmeralda Guajardo, Chair 4. Approval of December 11, 2017 Meeting Minutes (Vote Required) – Esmeralda Guajardo, Chair 5. Strategic Planning Session – Esmeralda Guajardo, Chair Francesca A. Kupper, Facilitator, HHSC Stakeholder Relations a. Purpose of Strategic Planning Session b. Vision and Mission c. Historical Context (Discuss prior Border prioritization) d. Review Border Data by Region and Local Health Departments e. Review List of Priorities from December Meeting f. Part I – Prioritize by Issue/Topic 6. 12:00 PM – Lunch 7. Continue Strategic Planning Session a. Part II – Prioritize by Short and Long Term i. Conduct analysis: strengths, opportunities, what's working, what's missing ii. Categorize priorities by "Short Term and Long Term" iii. Workgroups report out b. Discuss Next Steps 8. Review Task Force of Border Health Officials Deliverables and Timelines 9. Approval of Task Force Draft Bylaws (Vote Required) – Esmeralda Guajardo, Chair 10. Approve Task Force 2018 Meeting Dates, Times, and Locations (Vote Required) – Task Force Members Proposed Meeting Dates – All meetings will be held in Austin, Texas unless otherwise noted by the Task Force. Friday, April 13, 2018 – 9:30 am Thursday, June 28, 2018 – 9:30 am Thursday, August 2, 2018 – 9:30 am Thursday September 6, 2018 – 9:30 am Thursday November 1, 2018 – 9:30 am 11. Potential Agenda Items for Next Meeting – Esmeralda Guajardo, Chair 12. Public Comment – Agenda items may be taken in any order at the discretion of the Chair. 13. Adjourn The Task Force accepts public comment at meetings. Persons wishing to address the Task Force must complete a registration form at the reception desk before the start of the meeting. The Task Force observes a three-minute time limit per speaker on public comments. Agenda items may be taken in any order at the discretion of the Chair. 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 the 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. Additional Information Contact: Dr. Rosamaria Murillo, 512/776-7204
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 7, 2018 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 3501, Austin
Day Habilitation and Employment Services Subcommittee Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory System AGENDA: Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Day Habilitation and Employment Services Subcommittee February 7, 2018 10:00 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 3501 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Welcome, introductions, and review of action items and recommendations 2. Review and adopt December 13, 2017, meeting minutes 3. Discuss Employment First policies and employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) 4. Break 5. Discuss recommendations for IDD carve-in evaluation 6. Public comment 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Joy Kearney, 512/462-6278
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 7, 2018 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 3501, Austin
Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Day Habilitation and Employment Services Subcommittee AGENDA: Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Day Habilitation and Employment Services Subcommittee February 7, 2018 10:00 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 3501 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Welcome, introductions, and review of action items and recommendations 2. Review and adopt October 4, 2017, and December 13, 2017, meeting minutes 3. Discuss Employment First policies and employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) 4. Break 5. Discuss recommendations for IDD carve-in evaluation 6. Public comment 7. Adjourn Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: 512/462-6278
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 7, 2018 – 01:30 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review. 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 Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review. 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 Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review are proposed to be effective April 1, 2018, for the following services: Temporary Professional Services (“G Codes” – cancer screening, bone density screening, hemodialysis, sleep studies, emergency telehealth consultations, and radiation treatment); Hospital Outpatient Imaging ("G Codes” – cancer screening); Rural Hospital Outpatient Imaging ("G Codes” – cancer screening); Cardiovascular System Surgery; Physician Administered Drugs (Oncology); Physician Administered Drugs (Non-Oncology); Proton Therapy; Digestive System Surgery; Urinary System Surgery; and Access-to-Care. 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); §355.8061, which addresses outpatient hospital reimbursement; §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodologies for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://rad.hhs.texas.gov/rate-packets on or after January 24, 2018. Interested parties may obtain a copy of the briefing package on or after January 24, 2018, 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
February 7, 2018 – 01:30 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Private Duty Nursing Services. Hearing. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for Private Duty Nursing Services. 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 Private Duty Nursing Services are proposed to be effective April 1, 2018. 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; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodologies for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services (known in Texas 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 January 24, 2018. Interested parties may obtain a copy of the briefing package on or after January 24, 2018, 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
2/8/2018
Texas Medical Board
February 8, 2018 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower, 2, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Respiratory Care Discipline and Ethics Committee 1. Call to order and roll call. 2. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding referrals and reports from the Texas Physician Health Program. 3. Reports and discussion regarding the Investigation, Litigation and Compliance Departments. 4. Review, discussion and possible action regarding appeals of dismissed complaints. 5. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding routine follow-up on investigative files previously referred from D & E Committee for follow-up action. 6. Review, discussion, and possible action regarding selected files and cases. 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Texas Medical Board
February 8, 2018 – 09:15 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower, 2, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Respiratory Care Board Meeting 1. Full Board call to order and roll call. 2. Board Member Report. 3. Executive Director's Report. Budget update Legislative update Audit update E.D. position update 4. Medical Director Report. 5. Consideration and possible action regarding pending litigation. 6. Consideration and approval of Determination of Default. 7. Consideration and approval of Proposal for Decision. 8. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding Modification/ Termination Requests. 9. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding Agreed Orders. 10. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding Mediated Settlement Agreed Orders. 11. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding Cease and Desist Agreed Orders. 12. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding Remedial Plans. 13. Consideration and approval of Cease and Desist Agreed Orders. 14. Report on Cease and Desist Orders approved by Executive Director. 15. Report on Automatic Orders. 16. Report of Suspension by Operation of Law. 17. Report on Licensure Agreed Orders and Remedial Plans offered by the Executive Director. 18. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding scope of practice issues. 19. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding propose rules to 22 T.A.C. Chapter 186. Respiratory Care Practitioners. 20. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding adoption of rules to 22 T.A.C. Chapter 186. Respiratory Care Practitioners. s186.2 Definitions s186.4 Procedural Rules and Qualifications for Certificate Applicants s186.6 Biennial Renewal of Certificate s186.7 Temporary Permit s186.8 Inactive Certificate s186.10 Continuing Education Requirements s186.13 Identification Requirements s186.17 Grounds for Denial of Certification and for Disciplinary Action s186.28 Retired Certificate 21. Open forum for public comments. 22. Consideration and Approval of the November 9, 2017 Respiratory Care Board Meeting Minutes. 23. Committee reports and the consideration and approval of minutes and action items of committees meeting during the board meeting. 24. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Texas Council on Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders
February 8, 2018 – 11:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, 1100 West 49th Street, Tower Building, Room T607, Austin
The Council may discuss and take action on any listed agenda item. 1. Welcome/Call to order/Roll call/Consideration and possible action as to absent members 2. Introduction of new members a) Dr. Vaunette Fay b) Ana Guerrero Gore c) Dr. Char Hu d) Terrence Sommers 3. Consideration of minutes from May 18, 2017, meeting for approval, amendment or other action 4. Information on Texas State Plan on Alzheimer's Disease development 5. Dementia Friendly Communities a) Information on the national movement b) Update on activities to provide education on dementia friendly communities 6. Biennial Report 2018 a) Overview of Biennial Report development process and timeline b) Discuss and take potential action relating to content for, and preparation of, the Council's 2018 Biennial Report of Council activities and recommendations 7.Texas Alzheimer's Research and Care Consortium (TARCC) a) Consideration and possible action on applications for TARCC membership, including opportunity for applicants to present, offer information, and respond to Council questions relating to applications i. University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston ii. University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston b) Consideration and possible action concerning consortium activities related to recommendations from research and scientific steering committee and Scientific Director: i. Ethnic composition and funding of the TARCC cohort ii. Investigator Grant Program (IGP): 1. Designation of University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW) or other consortium member to manage IGP grant award process 2. Amount, parameters, and/or conditions or other specifications relating to funding and awards 8. Time and date for next Council meeting 9. Public Comment 10. Adjourn The Council may go into a closed meeting on any agenda item under Government Code Section 551.071 for legal consultation with, and advice from, its Attorney as permitted under Section 551.071 of the Texas Open Meetings Act (Act), Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D. Any closed, executive session will be convened in accordance with Subchapter E of the Act, and any Council action on any item addressed in a closed meeting will be taken in an open meeting. At the discretion of the Council Chair, agenda items may be taken in any order and public comment may be permitted in connection with any agenda item. The Chair may determine and announce the manner and time limits for participation, which may vary from meeting to meeting. The Council's last Biennial Report (2016) is available for reference online at: http://www.dshs.texas.gov/alzheimers/biennial.html 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 Health and Human Services Commission counsel representing the Texas Council on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders, an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, and notice of this meeting is being provided 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. Additional Information Contact: Lynda Taylor, Coordinator, Alzheimer's Disease Program, Chronic Disease Prevention Branch, PO Box 149347 (MC 1945), Austin, TX 78714
2/9/2018
Executive Council of Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy Examiners
February 9, 2018 – 08:00 AM
333 Guadalupe St., Suite 2-510, Austin
Executive Council of PT & OT Examiners EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS AGENDA CALLED MEETING Board Room 333 Guadalupe, Ste. 2-500 Austin, TX 78701 February 9, 2018, 8:00 a.m. I. Call to order. II. Public comment. III. Discussion and possible action on excusing council member absences. IV. Approval of minutes of November 21, 2017 Executive Council meeting. V. Discussion and possible action on Executive Director's Report concerning fiscal and budgetary matters, performance measures, ongoing projects, agency personnel matters, and other agency business. VI. Discussion and possible action on adopting a change to proposed rule s651.2, Physical Therapy Board Fees, which will create a new Physical Therapy Licensure Compact privilege fee. VII. Presiding Officer's Report. VIII. Discussion and possible action on scheduling future Executive Council meeting dates, and items for future consideration. IX. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Randall Glines, 512/305-6969
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 9, 2018 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Workgroup on Mental Health Access for First Responders AGENDA: Workgroup on Mental Health Access for First Responders February 9, 2018 9:00 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 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 the 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. 1. Welcome and logistical announcement 2. Introductions and opening remarks 3. Charge, roles, committee overview, structure, and deliverables 4. Review Open Meetings Act 5. Review of Bylaws 6. Break 7. Presentation: Dr. Villareal-Watkins, Executive Director, Bill Blackwood Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas, Sam Houston University 8. Presentation: Amy Lee, Special Advisor to the Commissioner of Workers' Compensation, Texas Department of Insurance 9. Logistics for future meetings, officers and subcommittee structures, frequency of meetings 10. Subcommittee break out session 11. Public comment 12. Planning for next meeting and action items 13. Adjournment Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Novella Evans, Senior Behavioral Health Policy Analyst, Office of Mental Health Coordination, 512-380-4315, or MH-Access-First-Respnders@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: Novella Evans, 512/380-4315
Texas Medical Board
February 9, 2018 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Suite 400A, Austin
Texas Physician Health Program Hobby Building PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Room 400A Austin, Texas 78701 BOARD AGENDA Friday, February 9, 2018 9:00 a.m. Agenda item numbers are assigned for ease of reference only and do not necessarily reflect the order of their consideration by the Board. Call to Order; Roll Call; Welcome Agenda Item 1 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding October 27, 2017 Governing Board meeting minutes Agenda Item 2 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding case advisory panels and case reviews Agenda Item 3 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding program operations a) Executive Medical Director comments b) Report on program enrollment to date, program performance, program operations, program policies c) Personnel update d) Budget update e) Legislative, Sunset, and Legal update f) Outreach update Agenda Item 4 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding processing of remaining backlogged referrals Agenda Item 5 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding proposed Memorandum of Understanding between the program and the Texas Medical Board Agenda Item 6 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding the decision making and the procedures to address early release and modification requests Agenda Item 7 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding reporting participants who have relapsed multiple times and the appropriate program recommendation to the licensing boards Agenda Item 8 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding the analysis of the questionnaire information received from residential treatment centers Agenda Item 9 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding scheduling, procedures, and upcoming Board meetings, member rotation, Case Advisory Panel (CAP) scheduling, and possible agenda topics Agenda Item 10 Open forum for public comments Agenda Item 11 Adjourn. Executive Session The Board may close the meeting to the public and continue in executive session for the following reasons: a. Private consultation and advice of legal counsel concerning pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client privilege under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code b. Deliberations concerning the appointment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.074, Government Code. While in executive session, the Board will not take any action, make any decision, or vote with regard to any matter that may be considered or discussed. A certified agenda of any executive session will be made. Additional Information Contact: Joan Howard Allen, 512/305-7462
Texas Medical Board
February 9, 2018 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower, 2, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Medical Radiologic Technology Discipline and Ethics Committee 1. Call to order and roll call. 2. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding referrals and reports from the Texas Physician Health Program. 3. Reports and discussion regarding the Investigation, Litigation and Compliance Departments. 4. Review, discussion and possible action regarding appeals of dismissed complaints. 5. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding routine follow-up on investigative Files previously referred from D & E Committee for follow-up action. 6. Review, discussion, and possible action regarding selected files and cases. 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Texas Medical Board
February 9, 2018 – 09:15 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower, 2, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Medical Radiologic Technology Licensure Committee 1. Call to order and roll call. 2. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding applicants appearing concerning eligibility. 3. Discussion, recommendation and possible action regarding proposed orders offered by the Executive Director. 4. Discussion, recommendation and possible action regarding possible revision to parameters for active practice. 5. Discussion, recommendation and possible action regarding Executive Director approvals related to criminal history. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Texas Medical Board
February 9, 2018 – 09:45 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower, 2, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Medical Radiologic Technology Board Meeting 1. Full Board call to order and roll call. 2. Board Member Report. Education Committee 3. Executive Director's Report. Budget Update Legislative Update Audit Update E.D. position update 4. Medical Director Report. 5. Consideration and possible action regarding pending litigation. 6. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding LMRT examination and licensing issues. 7. Consideration and approval of Determination of Default. 8. Consideration and approval of Proposal for Decision. 9. Consideration and approval of Modification Request/Termination Request Orders. 10. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding Agreed Orders. 11. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding Remedial Plans. 12. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding Mediated Settlement Orders. 13. Consideration and approval of Cease and Desist Agreed Orders. 14. Report on Cease and Desist Orders approved by Executive Director 15. Report on Automatic Orders. 16. Report of Suspension by Operation of Law. 17. Report on Temporary Suspensions. 18. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding the proposed amendments to 22 T.A.C. Chapter 194. Medical Radiologic Technology. 19. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding the adoption of proposed amendments to 22 T.A.C. Chapter 194. Medical Radiologic Technology. s194.3, Meetings and Committees s194.5, Applicability of Chapter; Exemptions s194.6, Procedural Rules and Minimum Eligibility Requirements for Applicants for a Certificate or Placement on the Board's Non-Certified Technician General Registry s194.14, Alternate Training Requirements for Podiatric Medical Assistants (Repeal) s194.16, Hardship Exemptions s194.17, Dangerous or Hazardous Procedures 20. Open forum for public comments. 21. Consideration and approval of the November 3, 2017 Board Meeting minutes. 22. Committee reports and the consideration and approval of minutes and action items of committees meeting during the board meeting. 23. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Department of State Health Services
February 9, 2018 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, 1100 West 49th St, Moreton Building, Room M-653, Austin
Texas State Child Fatality Review Team Committee. The State Child Fatality Review Team (SCFRT) Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: I. Roll Call and Establishment of Quorum II. Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes from the November 3, 2017 Meeting III. Violent death project presentation IV. Selection of 2018 meeting dates V. 85th legislative session: implementation of changes for local CFRTs VI. Vote on following open SCFRT positions: -Child protective services specialist -Sudden infant death syndrome family service provider -Police chief -Child educator 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 the 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. Additional Information Contact: Amy Bailey, 512/776-2311
2/10/2018
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
February 10, 2018 – 09:00 AM
Lone Star College – Tomball; 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball
Investigation Committee (1) Call to order (2) Public comment (3) Review and possible action on the emergency license suspension Case #16-112 (4) Set next committee meeting date (5) Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Lea Weiss, 512/305-6900
2/12/2018
State Board of Dental Examiners
February 12, 2018 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe St, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Anesthesia Committee TEXAS STATE BOARD OF DENTAL EXAMINERS ANESTHESIA COMMITTEE MEETING Convenes on February 12, 2018 – 10:00 a.m. – Conclusion 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 2, Suite 225 Austin, Texas 78701 AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. ROLL CALL OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS. 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS. 4. SUMMARY OF STAKEHOLDER MEETING ON FEBRUARY 2, 2018. 5. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE COMMITTEE ACTION ON RULES: 6.1 New 22 Tex. Admin. Code 110.16 Sedation/Anesthesia High-Risk Patients 6.2 New 22 Tex. Admin. Code 110.17 Sedation/Anesthesia Pediatric Patients 6. STAFF PRESENTATION ON INSPECTIONS 7. DISCUSSION: INSPECTIONS 8. OTHER: 8.1 Chapter 110 8.2 NEXT MEETING FEBRUARY 22, 2018. 9. 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
2/13/2018
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 13, 2018 – 01:30 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-heatly Building, Room 3501, Austin
System Adequacy Subcommittee Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee AGENDA: Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee System Adequacy Subcommittee February 13, 2018 1:30 p.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 3501 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and accept December 11, 2017, subcommittee minutes 3. Provide update for Home and Community-based Services (HCBS) Waiver slot release 4. Discuss (HCBS) Residential Remediation Plan 5. Discuss recommendations for Intellectual and Developmental Disability carve-in evaluation 6. Discuss System Adequacy Subcommittee goals and prioritize 7. Public comment 8. Adjourn Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Joy Kearney, Intellectual and Developmental Disability Specialist, Medicaid and CHIP Services Department, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-487-3458, or Joy.Kearney01@hhsc.state.tx.us. This meeting is open to the public. No reservations are required, and there is no cost to attend this meeting. People with disabilities who wish to attend the meeting and require auxiliary aids or services should contact Tony Moreno, Interim Advisory Committee Coordinator, at 512-462-6278 at least 72 hours before the meeting so appropriate arrangements can be made. Additional Information Contact: 512/462-6278
2/15/2018
Texas Medical Board
February 15, 2018 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 610, 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
2/16/2018
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 16, 2018 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Value-Based Payment and Quality Improvement Advisory Committee AGENDA: Value-Based Payment and Quality Improvement Advisory Committee February 16, 2018 10:00 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, Texas 78751 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Update from the Chair 3. Election of presiding officer and assistant presiding officer 4. Review and approval of meeting minutes from September 22, 2017 5. Welcome from Stephanie Muth, Associate Commissioner and Medicaid Director, Medicaid and CHIP Services Division 6. Update on Dell Medical School/Episcopal Health Foundation Project to Advance Value-Based Care in Texas Medicaid by Mark McClellan, MD, PhD, Dell Medical School, Duke-Margolis Center for Health Policy 7. Discussion on Senate interim charge for improving quality and efficiency in the Medicaid program and identifying areas for multi-agency coordination and collaboration on value-based initiatives 8. Quality and program improvement staff update 9. Workgroup reports a. Workgroup 1: Data driven quality improvement b. Workgroup 2: Foundational steps toward value-based care in Medicaid and CHIP 10. Legislative report discussion 11. Action items for staff or member follow-up 12. Public comment 13. Adjourn Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Jimmy Blanton, 512/487-3313
Texas Medical Board
February 16, 2018 – 09:00 AM, 11:15 AM, & 01:30 PM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 780, Austin
Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Cease and Desist hearings. 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Department of State Health Services
February 16, 2018 – 01:00 PM
Department of State Health Services, 1100 West 49th St, Moreton Building, Room M-100, Austin
Newborn Screening Advisory Committee The Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Committee Business Logistics 3. Action: Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes for October 27, 2017 4. Newborn Screening Advisory Committee Bylaws: Review and Discuss 5. Newborn Hearing Screening in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) 6. Possible Action: Fee Increase Data: Follow-Up Impact to Provider Practices a. Rider 37 Update 7. Electronic Ordering and Reporting a. Current Status b. Update on Expansion Efforts 8. Parental Refusal Form/Process a. Subcommittee Reporting 9. Possible Action: Critical Congenital Heart Disease a. Subcommittee Reporting 10. Public Comment 11. Future Agenda Items/Next Meeting Date/Adjournment This meeting is open to the public. No reservations are required, and there is no cost to attend this meeting. Members of the public who wish to speak during the Public Comment period must be physically present. 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. Additional Information Contact: Beth Rider, 512/776-3386
2/20/2018
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 20, 2018 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Mental Health Condition and Substance Use Disorder Parity Workgroup AGENDA: Mental Health Condition and Substance Use Disorder Parity Workgroup February 20, 2018 9:00 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 Conference line: 1-877-820-7831 Code: 941266 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 opening remarks 2. Review and approve November 27, 2017, meeting minutes 3. Review and approve Bylaws 4. Review and approve meeting dates 5. Review subcommittee structure survey and approve subcommittees 6. Establish subcommittee membership and leadership 7. Public comment 8. Open Meetings Act Training 9. Health and Human Services Commission updates a. Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program b. Office of the Ombudsman 10. Texas Department of Insurance update 11. Subcommittee work sessions 12. Public comment 13. Planning for next meeting 14. Action items 15. Closing remarks Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Karissa Sanchez, 512/380-4326
2/23/2018
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 23, 2018 – 10:30 AM
701 West 51st St., Health and Human Services Commission, John H. Winters Human Services Complex, Austin
Nursing Facility Administrators Advisory Committee AGENDA: Nursing Facility Administrators Advisory Committee February 23, 2018 10:30 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission John H. Winters Human Services Complex Public Hearing Rooms 125W and 125C 701 West 51st St. Austin, Texas 78751 1. Review nursing facility administrator cases referred 2. Discuss future Nursing Facility Administrators Advisory Committee meetings and agenda topics Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Janie Pulido, Enforcement Assistant, Regulatory Services, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-438-4417, janie.pulido@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: Janie Pulido, 512/438-4417