Health Care Hearings – July 17

The following state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between July 18 and August 7.
 
7/20/2015
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 20, 2015 – 09:00AM
Omni Colonnade, 9821 Colonnade Blvd., San Antonio
 
1115 Transformation Waiver Extension Public Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is submitting to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services a request to extend the 1115 Transformation Waiver for a five-year period ending September 30, 2021. During this public hearing HHSC staff from Program Operations (managed care), the Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment program, and Rate Analysis will give a brief presentation of the key components of the waiver extension packet, as well as provide an opportunity for the public to comment on the waiver extension application. 1. Welcome and Opening Remarks 2. Managed Care Presentation 3. Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment program Presentation 4. Uncompensated Care Pool Presentation 5. Public Comment *Please note that HHSC's role at the hearings will be to take public comments on the waiver extension application. HHSC does not plan to answer questions beyond those requesting basic clarification at the public hearings. Instead, HHSC will record substantive questions about the extension proposal at each hearing and post answers to these questions on the HHSC website 6. Adjourn The full public notice and complete extension application are available online. HHSC will be taking comments on this draft from July 6, 2015 to August 5, 2015. To obtain copies of the extension application, submit comments or receive other information about the extension, those interested may contact Micah Erwin by mail at Health and Human Services Commission, PO Box 13247, Mail Code H-600, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, 512-424-6549, fax 512-730-7472, or by email at TX_Medicaid_Waivers@hhsc.state.tx.us.
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 20, 2015 – 09:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin
 
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy provided by Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities/ Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities (CORF/ORF),  Home Health Agencies (HHA), and Independent Therapists. Entry is through security at the main entrance of the building facing Lamar Blvd. This meeting will be webcast. 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 Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy provided by Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities/Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities (CORF/ORF), Home Health Agencies (HHA), and Independent Therapists.  The proposed rate actions are based on direction provided by the 2016-2017 General Appropriations Act, 84th Legislature, Regular Session, Article II, Rider 50, at pages II-96 through II-98 (Health and Human Services Section, Health and Human Services Commission). The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas 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.  Proposal.  The payment rates for Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy provided by Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities/Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities (CORF/ORF), Home Health Agencies (HHA), and Independent Therapists are proposed to be effective September 1, 2015. 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 (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 July 6, 2015.  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 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 e-mail: U.S. Mail: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar, 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
 
7/21/2015
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 21, 2015 – 10:00AM
Old Red Museum of Dallas County History and Culture, 100 South Houston St., Dallas
 
1115 Transformation Waiver Extension Public Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is submitting to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services a request to extend the 1115 Transformation Waiver for a five-year period ending September 30, 2021. During this public hearing HHSC staff from Program Operations (managed care), the Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment program, and Rate Analysis will give a brief presentation of the key components of the waiver extension packet, as well as provide an opportunity for the public to comment on the waiver extension application. 1. Welcome and Opening Remarks 2. Managed Care Presentation 3. Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment program Presentation 4. Uncompensated Care Pool Presentation 5. Public Comment *Please note that HHSC's role at the hearings will be to take public comments on the waiver extension application. HHSC does not plan to answer questions beyond those requesting basic clarification at the public hearings. Instead, HHSC will record substantive questions about the extension proposal at each hearing and post answers to these questions on the HHSC website 6. Adjourn The full public notice and complete extension application are available online. HHSC will be taking comments on this draft from July 6, 2015 to August 5, 2015. To obtain copies of the extension application, submit comments or receive other information about the extension, those interested may contact Micah Erwin by mail at Health and Human Services Commission, PO Box 13247, Mail Code H-600, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, 512-424-6549, fax 512-730-7472, or by email at TX_Medicaid_Waivers@hhsc.state.tx.us.
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 21, 2015 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
 
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Hospital Outpatient Imaging Services, Hospital Outpatient Reimbursement, Hospital Inpatient Reimbursement. Entry is through security at the main entrance of the building facing Lamar Boulevard. This meeting will be webcast. Hearing.  Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for hospital outpatient imaging services, hospital outpatient service reimbursement, and hospital inpatient reimbursement.  The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 and Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code (1 TAC) §355.201, which require public notice and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal.  HHSC proposes to increase payment rates for the following: – Rural Hospital Outpatient Imaging Services – Rural Hospital Outpatient General Services – Hospital Inpatient Trauma Add-on. In addition, HHSC proposes a new safety-net add-on for Hospital Inpatient Services. The proposed rates will be effective September 1, 2015, and were determined in accordance with the rate setting methodologies described below under "Methodology and Justification." Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were determined accordance with the 2016-17 General Appropriations Act (84th Legislature, R.S., article II, at II-122 to II-123, II-133 to II-134 (Health and Human Services Section, Special Provisions, Sections 32, 58, and 59)) and are contingent upon the availability of funds. The proposed amendments will allow HHSC to implement increases in trauma add-ons and to implement a new standard dollar amount (SDA) add-on for certain safety-net hospitals. The amendments will also allow HHSC to increase reimbursement to rural hospitals for outpatient imaging services, general outpatient services, and non-emergent emergency room services. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with proposed amended rate setting methodologies at 1 TAC: – §355.8061, which addresses payment for outpatient hospital services; and – §355.8052, which addresses payment for inpatient hospital services. The proposed amendments were published in the June 26, 2015, issue of the Texas Register. Proposed Outpatient Hospital Rates – Imaging services in rural hospitals – Outpatient rural hospital imaging services will be reimbursed according to the outpatient hospital imaging service fee schedule with an add-on to the Medicaid fee schedule for non-rural hospitals that is stair-stepped. Fees will not exceed 100 percent of Medicare fees. – Rural Hospitals – General outpatient covered charges are proposed to be increased to 100 percent for all rural hospitals. Reimbursement will not exceed 100 percent of cost. – Non-emergent emergency department services in rural hospitals – Covered services provided in the hospital emergency department that do not qualify as an emergency are proposed to be increased from 60 percent to 65 percent of the covered charge amount. Reimbursement will not exceed 65 percent of cost. Proposed Inpatient Hospital Rates – Urban hospitals – Currently, an SDA trauma add-on is used for reimbursing urban hospitals that are designated as trauma facilities. To be eligible for the trauma add-on, a hospital must be designated as a trauma hospital by the Department of State Health Services. Proposed rates will increase the trauma add-on for eligible hospitals. The increase will be accomplished by increasing the percentage used to calculate the add-on. – Urban and Children’s hospitals – A new SDA “safety-net” add-on is proposed for reimbursing hospitals using the existing statewide rate with an additional add-on payment. To be eligible for the add-on, a hospital must be an urban or children's hospital that provides inpatient services to a large percentage of Medicaid or uninsured patients.  The hospital must meet the eligibility and qualification requirements described in §355.8065. Briefing Package.  A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml by July 10, 2015.  Those interested may obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting the Rate Analysis Department by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at kyle.baxter@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package also will 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: HHSC Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030 , Austin, Texas 78714-9030 . Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery, HHSC Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar , Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery:  512-730-7401. Fax : Attention:  Kyle Baxter at 512-730-7475. Email: kyle.baxter@hhsc.state.tx.us.
 
7/22/2015
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 22, 2015 – 01:30PM
El Paso First Health Plans Inc., 1145 Westmoreland Drive, El Paso
 
1115 Transformation Waiver Extension Public Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is submitting to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services a request to extend the 1115 Transformation Waiver for a five-year period ending September 30, 2021. During this public hearing HHSC staff from Program Operations (managed care), the Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment program, and Rate Analysis will give a brief presentation of the key components of the waiver extension packet, as well as provide an opportunity for the public to comment on the waiver extension application. 1. Welcome and Opening Remarks 2. Managed Care Presentation 3. Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment program Presentation 4. Uncompensated Care Pool Presentation 5. Public Comment *Please note that HHSC's role at the hearings will be to take public comments on the waiver extension application. HHSC does not plan to answer questions beyond those requesting basic clarification at the public hearings. Instead, HHSC will record substantive questions about the extension proposal at each hearing and post answers to these questions on the HHSC website 6. Adjourn The full public notice and complete extension application are available online. HHSC will be taking comments on this draft from July 6, 2015 to August 5, 2015. To obtain copies of the extension application, submit comments or receive other information about the extension, those interested may contact Micah Erwin by mail at Health and Human Services Commission, PO Box 13247, Mail Code H-600, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, 512-424-6549, fax 512-730-7472, or by email at TX_Medicaid_Waivers@hhsc.state.tx.us.
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 22, 2015 – 02:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building , Public Hearing Room , 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin
 
Proposed amendment to rules concerning Inpatient Hospital Reimbursement, Outpatient Hospital Reimbursement, and Potentially Preventable Readmission/Potentially Preventable Complications Incentive Payments. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed amendments to §354.1445 and §354.1446 under Chapter 354, Subchapter A; and §355.8052 and §355.8061 under Chapter 355, Subchapter J.  The proposed amendments were published in the June 26, 2015, issue of the Texas Register. See 40 TexReg 4081, 40 TexReg 4100, and 40 TexReg 4107. Written Comments.  Written comments on the proposed amendments to §354.1445, concerning Potentially Preventable Readmissions, and §354.1446, concerning Potentially Preventable Complications, may be submitted at the public hearing or to Janna Doan, Program Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, at 6330 Highway 290 East, Suite 100, Austin, Texas 78723; by fax to 512-380-4380; or by e-mail to janna.doan@hhsc.state.tx.us within 30 days of the publication of this proposal in the Texas Register. Written comments on the proposed amendments to §355.8052 concerning Inpatient Hospital Reimbursement may be submitted at the public hearing or to Kevin Niemeyer, Hospital Rate Analyst, Hospital Rate Analysis Department, Health and Human Services Commission, Mail Code H-400, P. O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711; by fax to 512-747-7475; or by e-mail to kevin.niemeyer@hhsc.state.tx.us within 30 days of publication of this proposal in the Texas Register. Written comments on the proposed amendments to §355.8061 concerning Outpatient Hospital Reimbursement may be submitted at the public hearing or to Laura Skaggs, Hospital Rate Analyst, Hospital Rate Analysis Department, Health and Human Services Commission, Mail Code H-400, P. O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711; by fax to 512-747-7475; or by e-mail to laura.skaggs@hhsc.state.tx.us within 30 days of publication of this proposal in the Texas Register.
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 22, 2015 – 03:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building , Public Hearing Room , 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin
 
Proposed amendments to rules concerning Reimbursement Methodology for HCS and TxHmL Programs and Reimbursement Methodology for ICF/IID. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed amendments to §355.723 under Chapter 355 Subchapter F and §355.456 under Chapter 355 Subchapter D.  The proposed amendments were published in the June 26, 2015, issue of the Texas Register. See 40 Tex Reg 4085 and 40 TexReg 4088. Written Comments.  Written comments on the proposed amendments to the rules may be submitted at the public hearing or to Victor Perez, Rates Analysis Department, Health and Human Services Commission, at 4900 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, Texas 78751; by fax to (512) 730-7475; or by e-mail to victor.perez@hhsc.state.tx.us within 30 days of publication of this proposal in the Texas Register.
 
Texas Diabetes Council
July 22, 2015 – 7:00 PM
Hyatt Place Hotel, North Central, Meeting Place 2, 7522 North IH-35, Austin
 
Advocacy and Outreach Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order 2. Introductions 3. Approval of April 22, 2015 Meeting Minutes 4. Employee Retirement System Rider 14: Diabetes Prevention Program for ERS Participants 5. Health and Human Commission Rider 84: Texas Medicaid and Texas Diabetes Council Coordination and Report 6. Market Research and Evaluation Project on Diabetes Self- management Education in Texas 7. Cities Changing Diabetes Initiative 8. Policy on Banned Foods in Texas Schools 9. 2015 Statewide Assessment of Programs for the Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes and TDC Call to Action 10. American Diabetes Association Advocacy Update 11. Research Updates 12. Statewide Professional Education Updates 13. Coordinating Calendar Items (Please submit information about upcoming conferences, events etc.) 14. Adoption of Meeting Recommendations (Action Items) 15. Next Meeting Date – October 21, 2015 16. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/776-7490
 
Texas Diabetes Council
July 22, 2015 – 8:00 PM
Hyatt Place Hotel, North Central, Meeting Place 2, 7522 North IH-35, Austin
 
Medical Professionals Advisory Subcommittee The Subcommittee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order; and Welcome 2. Designate Recorder, Roll Call, and Mission Statement 3. Review and Approve April 22, 2015 Minutes 4. Algorithm Review, Discussion and Updates a.Lipid Algorithm for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults b. Recommendations for Treatment of Painful Peripheral Diabetic Neuropathy in Adults c. Glycemic Control Algorithm For Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults d. Minimum Practice Recommendations for Children and Adults 5. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Cattina Horn, 512/776-3083
 
7/23/2015
 
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
July 23, 2015 – 08:30 AM
1200 E. Anderson Lane, Board Room, Room 1.170, Austin
 
Coordinating Board Meeting The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board may convene in Executive Session for any of the following items: (1) to seek its attorney's advice about pending or contemplated litigation, including pending or contemplated administrative actions, pursuant to Texas Government Code Ann. 551.071(1)(A); or (2) to seek its attorney's advice about a settlement offer, pursuant to Texas Government Code Ann. 551.071(1) (B); or (3) at any point in this meeting, concerning any agenda item listed in the Agenda, to seek or to receive its attorney's advice on legal matters, pursuant to Texas Government Code Ann. 551.071(2), or (4) to consult with the Commissioner regarding personnel matters, pursuant to Texas Government Code Ann. 551.074 or (5) consultation with attorney regarding the issuance, refunding, and defeasance of the State of Texas College Student Loan Bonds and related issues pursuant to Section 551.071(2) Texas Government Code. Public testimony: The presiding chair shall designate whether public testimony will be taken at the beginning of the meeting, at the time the related item is taken up by the Board after staff has presented the item, or any other time as determined by the presiding chair. For procedures on testifying please go to http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/public testimony. I. Call to Order: Opening Remarks, Announcements and Appointments A. Introduction of New Board Member, S. Javaid Anwar and Student Board Member, Christina Delgado and committee appointments B. Consideration of Resolution of Appreciation for Outgoing Board Members C. Recognition of Jesus Trevi'o, recipient of the Kenneth H. Ashworth Fellowship Award 2015-2016 D. Recognition of New Presidents and Chancellors in the audience E. Commissioner's Remarks II. Approval of Minutes A. April 23, 2015, Board Meeting B. June 23, 2015, Special Called Board Meeting III. Approval of the Consent Calendar A. Consent Calendar IV. Major Policy Discussion A. Consideration of adopting the recommendation to the Board by the Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning relating to the adoption of 60x30TX, the next long-range strategic plan for Texas higher education V. Recognition of Excellence A. Texas Woman's University, Department of Mathematics & Computer Science – Supplemental Instruction and Tutoring Comprehensive Student Success Program VI. Matters relating to the Full Board No Items at this time VII. Matters relating to the Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning A. Committee Chair's Overview B. Public Testimony on Items Relating to the Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning C. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to approval of the nominated members of the Formula Funding Advisory Committees for the 2018 – 2019 biennium D. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to approval of the Closing the Gaps by 2015 Progress Report E. Report on facilities projects that were submitted to the Coordinating Board VIII. Lunch, Executive Session A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, the Board will meet in closed session to discuss the performance evaluations of the Commissioner, the General Counsel, and the Internal Auditor since these are employees who report to the Board IX. Matters relating to the Committee on Academic and Workforce Success A. Committee Chair's Overview B. Public Testimony on Items Relating to the Committee on Academic and Workforce Success C. Consideration of adopting the Family Practice Residency Advisory Committee's recommendation to the Board on funding appropriated to the Family Practice Residency Program by the 84th Texas Legislature and the report on distribution of trusteed funds appropriated for the program for Fiscal Year 2015 D. Report to the Board on activities of the medical and graduate medical education programs E. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to requests for a new degree program: Texas A&M University Corpus Christi (1) Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree with a major in Educational Leadership Texas A&M University Kingsville (2) Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree with a major in Educational Leadership University of Texas at Austin (3) Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree F. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the January 2015 Annual Compliance Reports for institutions under a Certificate of Authorization (Names beginning with "A" through "O") G. Report to the Board on school closures and/or teach-outs pursuant to Chapter 7, Subchapter A, Section 7.7(5) H. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the appointment of members to Advisory Committees: (1) ApplyTexas Advisory Committee (2) Certification Advisory Council (CAC) (3) Graduate Education Advisory Committee (GEAC) (4) Learning Technology Advisory Committee (LTAC) (5) Lower-Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) (6) Music Field of Study Advisory Committee (7) Undergraduate Education Advisory Committee (UEAC) I. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the issuance of a Request for Applications for the Teacher Quality Grants Program to provide long-term, sustained professional development for teachers J. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the issuance of a Request for Applications for the Emergency and Trauma Care Education Partnership Program K. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Board relating to the issuance of a Request for Applications for the Unfilled Position Grants and New and Expanded Programs L. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Board relating to the issuance of a Request for Applications for the Primary Care Innovation Grant Program M. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Board relating to the issuance of a Request for Applications for the Statewide Preceptorship Programs N. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the issuance of a Request for Applications for the Accelerate Texas Program O. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the issuance of a Request for Applications for the Work-Study Mentorship Program P. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the approval to enter into contracts with up to four institutions of higher education to continue the Advise TX college advising program, designed to increase the number of low-income, first generation college, and underrepresented students who enter and complete higher education Q. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the expenditure of funds to be awarded to the Coordinating Board as a partner under the THECB-RAND Continuous Improvement and Evaluation grants funded through the Institute of Education Sciences R. Emergency Rules resulting from the 84th Texas Legislative Session: 1) Consideration of adopting on an emergency basis the Commissioner's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 4, Subchapter C, Sections 4.54 and 4.58 of Board rules, concerning the Texas Success Initiative to support developmental education reform efforts as related to Texas Education Code , Section 51.3062 Success Initiative (S.B. 1776, 84th Texas Legislature, Regular Session) 2) Consideration of adopting on an emergency basis the Commissioner's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 4, Subchapter D, Section 4.85 of Board rules, concerning the course load, grade level, and junior college service area restrictions on dual credit course enrollment at public institutions of higher education (H.B. 505, 84th Texas Legislature, Regular Session) 3) Consideration of adopting on an emergency basis the Commissioner's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 22, Subchapter V, Section 22.572 of Board rules, concerning Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Challenge Scholarship Program (S.B. 1066, 84th Texas Legislature, Regular Session) S. Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Board relating to higher education impact statements for the 84th Texas Legislature T. Report on the FY 2015 Annual Report of Low-Producing Programs U. Report on institutional requests acted on by the Commissioner or Assistant Commissioner since the previous Board meeting X. Matters relating to the Agency Operations Committee A. Committee Chairs' Overview B. Public Testimony on Items Relating to the Agency Operations Committee C. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board regarding amendments to Chapter 1, Subchapter A, Section 1.16 concerning Contracts, Including Grants, for Materials and/or Services D. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board regarding an amendment to Chapter 1, Subchapter AA, new Section 1.900 concerning Sick Leave Pool E. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the Certification of Texas Research Incentive Program Gift Funds to the Emerging Research Universities F. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to a resolution authorizing the issuance of State of Texas College Student Loan Bonds in one or more series and delegating to the Commissioner the authority for the filing of one or more applications to obtain a portion of the state's allocation for private activity bonds G. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the agency's Operating Budget for FY 2016 H. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the Annual Internal Audit Plan for Fiscal Year 2016 I. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the Annual Compliance Monitoring Plan for Fiscal Year 2016 XI. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Raymund Paredes, 512/427-6101
 
Texas Board of Nursing
July 23, 2015 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
 
Texas Board of Nursing Regular Meeting. The Texas Board of Nursing will meet to consider their posted agenda. Additional Information Contact: Patricia Cabrera, 512/305-6811
 
Texas Diabetes Council
July 23, 2015 – 8:30 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, 1100 W. 49th Street, Room M-618, Austin
 
Outcomes Advisory Subcommittee Mission Statement: To support the Texas Diabetes Council (TDC) in carrying-out its vision and mission by identifying sources of comparative diabetes-related data, analyzing outcome-related data, and identifying groups who positively impact diabetes care in Texas. Plan to Prevent and Control Diabetes in Texas priorities: a. Advancing Public Policy Affecting Diabetes b. Evaluating the Impact of Diabetes in Texas c. Promoting Comprehensive Programs for the Prevention of Diabetes d. Increasing Public Awareness, Promoting Community Outreach and Diabetes Education e. Improving Diabetes Care and Prevention of Complications by Health Care Professionals The Subcommittee will meet to discuss and possibly act on: 1. Call to Order, Welcome, and Introductions 2. Designate Recorder and Timekeeper 3. Review and Approve April 23, 2015 Minutes 5. Employee Retirement System Rider 14: Diabetes Prevention Programs for ERS Participants 6. Health and Human Services Commission Rider 84: Texas Medicaid and Texas Diabetes Council Coordination and Report 7. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/776-7490
 
Texas Diabetes Council
July 23, 2015 – 9:00 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, 1100 W. 49th Street, Moreton Building, Room M-653, Austin
 
Medical Professionals Advisory Subcommittee Mission Statement: To develop standards of care for prevention, identification, and clinical treatment of patients with diabetes mellitus in the State of Texas and to continue to develop new clinical care algorithms and update existing algorithms, which are evidence-based and unbiased to be recommended to the Texas Diabetes Council and to develop educational programs for patients and health care professionals. The Subcommittee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order; and Welcome 2. Designate Recorder, Roll Call, and Mission Statement 3. Review and Approve April 23, 2015 Minutes 4. Algorithm Review, Discussion and Updates a. Lipid Algorithm for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults b. Recommendations for Treatment of Painful Peripheral Diabetic Neuropathy in Adults c. Glycemic Control Algorithm For Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults d. Minimum Practice Recommendations for Children and Adults 5. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/776-7490
 
Texas Medical Board
July 23, 2015 – 9:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Lobby Area, Room 100, Austin
 
Telemedicine Stakeholder Group 1. Introduction 2. Call Coverage 3. Adjourn. Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
 
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
July 23, 2015 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510, Austin
 
Investigation Committee (1) Call to order. (2) Public comment. (3) Review and possible action on request from Kristen Omert, OTR, to expunge prior disciplinary action from her record. (3) Review and possible action on case #s: 12-026; 12-047; 13-068; 13-108; 13-144; 13-168; 14-020; 14-021; 14-123; 14-141; 14-182; 15-011; 15-021; 15-036; 15-048; 15-050; 15-053; 15-054; 15-056; 15-057; 15-061; 15-065; 15-085; 15-089; 15-094; 15-096; 15-101; 15-111; 15-114; 15-117; 15-118; 15-120; 15-121; 15-122; 15-123; 15-124; 15-125; 15-126; 15-127; 15-128; 15-129; 15-130; 15-131; 15-132; 15-133; 15-134; 15-135; 15-136; 15-137; 15-138; 15-139; 15-140; 15-141; 15-142; 15-143; 15-144; 15-145; 15-146; 15-147; 15-148; 15-149; 15-150; 15-151; 15-152; 15-153; 15-154; 15-155; 15-156; 15-157; 15-158; 15-159; 15-160; 15-161; 15-162; 15-163; 15-164; 15-165; 15-166; 15-167; 15-168; 15-169; 15-170; 15-171; 15-172; 15-173; 15-174; 15-175; 15-176; 15-177; 15-178; 15-179; 15-180; 15-181; 15-182; 15-183; 15-184; and 15-185. (4) Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Lea Weiss, 512/305-6900
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 23, 2015 – 09:00 AM
701 West 51st St.(Department of Aging and Disability Services, John H. Winters Building, Public, Hearing Room), Austin
 
Drug Utilization Review Board 1. Call to Order. 2. Approval of Minutes from April 23, 2015, Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Board Meeting. (Vote Required)* 3. Retrospective DUR: Larry Dent, Pharm. D., BCPS. (Xerox Heritage, LLC). a. Report on Recent Retrospective DUR Interventions sent: i. Asthma Disease Management. ii. Anxiolytics and Sedative Hypnotics. b. Report on Recent Retrospective DUR Interventions Outcome: i. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Management. ii. Anticonvulsant Management. iii. Diabetes Disease Management. c. Retrospective DUR Proposals: (Vote Required)* i. Rheumatoid Arthritis Management. ii. Bipolar Disorder Management. 4. Prospective Prior Authorization Proposals (Clinical Edits): Christina Faulkner, Pharm. D. (Health Information Designs, LLC). (Vote Required)* a. Cough and Cold. b. Forteo. 5. Retrospective Drug Use Criteria for Outpatient Use in Vendor Drug Program: Jennifer Seltzer, Pharm. D. (University of Texas San Antonio). (Vote Required)* a. Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors. b. Aprepitant (Emend). c. Exenatide (Byetta, Bydureon). d. Pramlintide (Symlin). e. Rifaximin (Xifaxan). f. Serotonin 5-HT3 Receptor Antagonists. 6. Texas Sunset Commission Bill Update: Andy Vasquez, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Deputy Director, Vendor Drug Program. 7. Standard Prior Authorization Form: Tara McKinley, Pharm. D., Vendor Drug Program. 8. Next Meeting Date: Thursday, October 22, 2015. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Joe Urtado, 512/707-6099
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 23, 2015 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Conference Room 1420), Austin
 
Children's Policy Council July 23, 2015 10 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Bldg. Conference Room 1420 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp the day and time of the meeting. 1. Welcome and Introduction 2. Approval of April 22, 2015, Meeting Minutes 3. Legislative summary 4. StarKids – update and discussion of CPC role now and going forward a. Working with awarded MCOs b. In what capacity 5. SB277 – impact on CPC and other advisory committees/CPC support 6. CPC Executive Planning Meeting a. Decision points and outcomes b. Discussion of 2016 CPC focus/direction 7. Public Comment 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sherry Broberg, 512/420-2856
 
Texas Diabetes Council
July 23, 2015 – 11:00 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, 1100 W. 49th Street, Moreton Building, Room M-653, Austin
 
Health Care Professionals Advisory Committee Purpose: To advise the Texas Diabetes Council regarding diabetes care standards, treatment algorithms, materials dissemination and outcomes evaluation. The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order, Welcome, Introductions 2. Designate Recorder and Roll Call 3. Mission Statement 4. Review and Approve April 22, 2015 Minutes 5. Medical Professionals Advisory Subcommittee Report 6. Outcomes Advisory Subcommittee Report 7. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/776-7490
 
Texas Diabetes Council
July 23, 2015 – 1:00 PM
Texas Department of State Health Services, 1100 W. 49th Street, Moreton Building, Room M-100, Austin
 
Mission: To effectively reduce the health and economic burdens of diabetes in Texas. The Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on: 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Action on Absences 4. Approval of April 23, 2015 Meeting Minutes 5. Chair's Address and Report 6. Presentations Health and Human Services Commission Rider 84: Texas Medicaid and Texas Diabetes Council Coordination and Report 7. Executive Director's Report 8. Health Care Professionals Advisory Committee a. Medical Professionals Advisory Subcommittee (Action Items) – 1. Lipid Algorithm for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults – 2. Recommendations for treatment of Painful Peripheral Diabetic Neuropathy in Adults – 3. Glycemic Control Algorithm For Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults – 4. Minimum Practice Recommendations for Children and Adults b. Outcomes Advisory Subcommittee – 1. Employee Retirement System Rider 14: Diabetes Prevention Programs for ERS Participants – 2. Health and Human Services Commission Rider 84: Texas Medicaid and Texas Diabetes Council Coordination and Report 9. Advocacy and Outreach Committee a. Employee Retirement System Rider 14: Diabetes Prevention Program for ERS Participants b. Health and Human Commission Rider 84: Texas Medicaid and Texas Diabetes Council Coordination and Report c. Market Research and Evaluation Project on Diabetes Self- management Education in Texas d. Cities Changing Diabetes Initiative e. Policy on Banned Foods in Texas Schools f. 2015 Statewide Assessment of Programs for the Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes and TDC Call to Action g. American Diabetes Association Advocacy Update h. Research Update i. Statewide Professional Education Updates j. Coordinating Calendar Items k. Adoption of Meeting Recommendations 10. Program Reports a. Public Information and Education b. Community Diabetes Projects 11. Agency Reports a. Department of Assistive & Rehabilitative Services b. Department of State Health Services c. Department of Aging and Disability Services d. Health and Human Services Commission/Texas Medicaid 12. Member Announcements 13. Public Comment (No Action Required) 14. Adjournment.  Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/776-7490
 
7/24/2015
 
Texas Board of Nursing
July 24, 2015 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
 
Texas Board of Nursing Regular Meeting. The Texas Board of Nursing will meet to consider their posted agenda. Additional Information Contact: Patricia Cabrera, 512/305-6811
 
Office of the Governor
July 24, 2015 – 8:30 AM
Hyatt Place Hotel, 3612 Tudor Blvd., Arboretum Room, Austin
 
Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities I. Call to Order / Roll Call / Introductions .Joe Bontke, Chair II. Approval of Minutes: April 18, 2015 (Discussion and Possible Action) III. Public Comment (Limited to 3 minutes per presentation) IV. Executive Director's Activity Report (Discussion and Possible Action) -Angi English (April-June, 2015) V. Reports from Invited ExOfficio Agency Representatives (Discussion and Possible Action) -Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services -Department of Aging and Disability Services -Department of Family and Protective Services -Department of State Health Services -Health and Human Services Commission -Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Architectural Barriers Division -Texas Workforce Commission VI. Presentation: Texas Workforce Commission's Civil Rights Division -Michelle Goodwine, Manager, Employment Investigations/ADR Unit VII. Staff Activity Reports (Discussion and Possible Action) -Jo Virgil, Outreach and Public Information Coordinator -Stephanie Myers, Accessibility and Disability Rights Coordinator VIII. 84th Legislative Session Update (Discussion and Possible Action) -Based on the Committee's issue areas of Access, Communications, Education,Emergency Preparedness, Health, Housing, Recreation, Transportation, Veterans and Workforce VIV. Annual Survey: Aging and Disability in Texas (Discussion and Possible Action) IX. Member Reports on Community Outreach (Discussion and Possible Action X. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-5739
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 24, 2015 – 09:00 AM
701 West 51st St. (Department of Aging & Disability Services, Winters Building,Public Hearing Room), Austin
 
Pharmaceutical & Therapeutics Committee 1. Call to Order. 2. Approval of Minutes from April 24, 2015 (vote required).* 3. Old Business: Report on Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) decisions on acceptance of the P&T Committee recommendations from the April 24, 2015, meeting. 4. New Business: Drug Classes to be reviewed for the Medicaid Preferred Drug List (PDL) *: a. Alzheimer's Agents b. Antihistamines, Minimally Sedating c. Antihypertensives, Sympatholytic d. Antivirals, Oral e. Calcium Channel Blockers f. Cephalosporins and Related Antibiotics g. Fluoroquinolones, Oral h. Glucocorticoids, Oral i. Immunosuppressives, Oral j. Iron, Oral k. Leukotriene Modifiers l. NSAIDs m. Ophthalmic Antibiotic/Steroid Combinations n. Ophthalmic Antibiotics o. Ophthalmics for Allergic Conjunctivitis p. Ophthalmics, Anti-Inflammatory q. Ophthalmics, Glaucoma r. Otic Anti-Infectives & Anesthetics s. Otic Antibiotics t. Prenatal Vitamins u. Skeletal Muscle Relaxants v. Steroids, Topical High w. Steroids, Topical Low x. Steroids, Topical Medium y. Steroids, Topical Very High z. Ulcerative Colitis 5. New Business: New drugs to be reviewed for the Medicaid PDL*: a. Androgenic Agents / Natesto b. Antibiotics, Vaginal / Nuvessa c. Antifungals, Oral / Cresemba d. Antiparkinson's Agents / Rytary e. Beta Blockers / Sotylize f. Bile Salts / Cholbam g. Bronchodilators, Beta Agonist / Proair Respiclick h. Cytokine & CAM / Cosentyx syringe, pen injecter i. SGLT2 / Glyxambi j. Hypoglycemics, Insulin / Toujeo Solostar pen k. GI Motility, Chronic / Movantik l. Stimulants & Related Agents / Evekeo 6. Therapeutic and Clinical Drug Reviews and Updates – Chris Andrews, Pharm. D., Magellan Medicaid Administration. 7. Texas Sunset Commission Bill Update – Andy Vasquez, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Deputy Director, Vendor Drug Program. 8. Executive Work Session. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Chapter 531, and in accordance with Title 1 Texas 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 as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act. 9. Announcements of Drugs Recommended for the Medicaid PDL. 10. Adjourn. 11. Next Meeting Date: October 23, 2015. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Joe Urtado, 512/707-6099
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 24, 2015 – 10:00 AM
909 West 45th St. (Health and Human Services Commission, Building 2, Room 164), Austin
 
Advisory Committee on Qualifications for Health Care Translators and Interpreters 1. Call to order. 2. Approval of minutes from the March 27 and May 29, 2015, meetings. (vote required) 3. Discussion on legislative charge to the committee and status of committee work. 4. Discussion on disseminating information on the committee recommendations to the Executive Commissioner about qualifications for health care translators and interpreters, pursuant to Texas Government Code s531.706. 5. Public comment. 6. Discuss goals and work plan for committee. 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Paula Traffas, 512/438-2944
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 24, 2015 – 01:00PM
Region 16-Educational Services Center, Lecture Hall, 5800 Bell Street, Amarillo
 
1115 Transformation Waiver Extension Public Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is submitting to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services a request to extend the 1115 Transformation Waiver for a five-year period ending September 30, 2021. During this public hearing HHSC staff from Program Operations (managed care), the Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment program, and Rate Analysis will give a brief presentation of the key components of the waiver extension packet, as well as provide an opportunity for the public to comment on the waiver extension application. 1. Welcome and Opening Remarks 2. Managed Care Presentation 3. Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment program Presentation 4. Uncompensated Care Pool Presentation 5. Public Comment *Please note that HHSC's role at the hearings will be to take public comments on the waiver extension application. HHSC does not plan to answer questions beyond those requesting basic clarification at the public hearings. Instead, HHSC will record substantive questions about the extension proposal at each hearing and post answers to these questions on the HHSC website 6. Adjourn The full public notice and complete extension application are available online. HHSC will be taking comments on this draft from July 6, 2015 to August 5, 2015. To obtain copies of the extension application, submit comments or receive other information about the extension, those interested may contact Micah Erwin by mail at Health and Human Services Commission, PO Box 13247, Mail Code H-600, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, 512-424-6549, fax 512-730-7472, or by email at TX_Medicaid_Waivers@hhsc.state.tx.us.
 
7/28/2015
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 28, 2015 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar St. (Health and Human Services Commission, BrownHeatly Building,Room 1410 ), Austin
 
Texas System of Care Consortium 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. A Family System of Care Experience. 3. Approval of April 28, 2015, meeting minutes (Action). 4. Texas System of Care Initiative/Office Business. 5. System of Care Expansion Implementation Updates. a. Communications. i. Anti-stigma Project. ii. Children's Mental Health Awareness Day Re-cap. iii. Excellence in Community Communications and Outreach Awards. b. Community Update. c. Authentic Youth and Young Adult Engagement Initiative. d. Wraparound Practice Update. 6. (Recess) 7. Updates – Medicaid 1915(c) Waiver – Youth Empowerment Services (YES). 8. Public Comment. 9. Policy Opportunities and Current Legislative Interests Related to Children's Mental Health. 10. System of Care Sustainability. 11. Announcements. 12. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sherri Hammack, 512/954-8563
 
7/29/2015
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 29, 2015 – 02:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd.(Health and Human Services Commission, Room 4501), Austin
 
Employment First Task Force Workgroup on Education and Outreach Process 1. Welcome and introductions. 2. Review of education and outreach process as described in legislation. 3. Discussion of ideas for implementation of education and outreach process. 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: April Young, 512/424-6911
 
7/30/2015
 
Department of State Health Services
July 30, 2015 – 10:00 AM
St. David's South Austin Medical Center, Auditorium C, 901 W., Ben White Boulevard, Austin
 
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order Discussion, public comment, and possible action on the following items: Advisory Council Members (Public comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) 1. GETAC strategic planning session in accordance with Health and Safety Code, Chapter 773, Section 773.012(l). General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Review and list agenda items for next meeting Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: 512/776-7111
 
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
July 30, 2015 – 10:00 AM
1200 E. Anderson Lane, Board Room, Room 1.170, Austin
 
This meeting will be web-cast through the Coordinating Board's website at: http://www.thecb.state.tx.us Certification Advisory Council Meeting 1. Welcome and introduction of CAC members 2. Consideration of Summary Notes from the October 30, 2014 meeting 3. Consideration of the application for third Certificate of Authority from Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas – School of Radiologic Technology 4. Consideration of the application for second Certificate of Authority from Southwest School of Art 5. Update on upcoming meeting dates and expected activities during AY 2015-2016 6. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Cathie Maeyaert, 512/427-6527
 
7/31/2015
 
Department of State Health Services
July 31, 2015 – 09:00 AM
Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas, 4900 Mueller Blvd., 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 1. 2013 EMS/Trauma Registry data available from DSHS 2. Evaluation of Hospital-Based Injury Prevention Components document developed by the GETAC Injury Prevention committee 3. Evidence-based topic-specific injury and violence prevention fact sheets 4. Potential state injury prevention conference in Texas General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary of this meeting for the next GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Phil Lockwood, 512/776-7111
 
Texas Board of Nursing
July 31, 2015 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Austin
 
Advisory Committee on Education 10:00 AM Welcome and Introductions 10:20 AM Approval of Agenda 10:30 AM Review of the role of the Advisory Committee [Rule 211.6(f)(1)(B) and (2)-(12)] 10:45 AM Selection of a Chair 11:00 AM Review of Board Charges to Advisory Committee on Education (ACE) 11:15 AM Charge #1 related to increasing enrollments in nursing programs 11:45 AM Lunch (Ordered in reservations required) 12:15 PM Charge #2 related to limitations in teaching responsibilities for VN Program Directors 12:45 PM Charge #3 related to classroom and clinical hours requirements for VN programs 1:45 PM Additional charges to be considered 2:45 PM Questions and Follow Up 3:00 PM Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Janice Hooper, 512/305-6814
 
Department of State Health Services
July 31, 2015 – 10:00 AM
Moreton Bldg, Conference Room M-204, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
 
Promotor(a) or Community Health Worker (CHW) Training and Certification Advisory Committee Please check in with Security – someone will escort you to the Conference Room. Members of the public may also access the meeting through conference call and webinar. Go To Webinar access instructions: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/ 5976991755035708417 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. The Committee will meet to discuss and possible act on the following agenda. Welcome and introductions Approval of minutes (for March 27, 2015 and May 29, 2015 meetings) Public comment Focus on Minority Mental Health CHW Spotlight – Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas University of Texas School of Public Health Calendar Coordination Project: http://housuggest.org/CHWApp/#/homePage 2015 CHW Advisory Committee Workgroup Updates Advisory Committee Officer Nomination Process Program Updates Committee Business – CHW Guest Instructor Procedure – Review and recommend to DSHS applications for certification of training institutions Committee Member Updates New business for consideration at next meeting. Additional Information Contact: 512/776-7111
 
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
July 31, 2015 – 01:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building,Public Hearing, Room)
 
State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp the day and time of the meeting. 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Approval of the April 29, 2015, meeting minutes. 4. Previous meeting action item update. 5. Legislative update. 6. Oral Health Care in Medicaid programs. 7. Payment recoupment for provided services. 8. Subcommittee report from the Phone Tree Recommendation Subcommittee. 9. Discussion of subcommittee process. 10. Discussion of future agenda items. 11. Public Comment. 12. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Charles Bredwell, 512/462-6337
 
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