The following legislative and state agency hearings have been scheduled between June 7 and June 27.
6/9/2014
Health Professions Council
June 9, 2014 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Ste 2-225, Austin
Health Professions Council Meeting Agenda The following items many not necessarily be considered in the order they appear and HPC may act on any agenda item. i Call to Order, Welcome and Introductions, Review Agenda ii Announcements A. Consideration of Minutes from March 17, 2014 Action B. Technology Report – – DIR Update – Mr. Allan Martin – – ITSS Update – – Laserfiche System – – Website Administrator Report Briefing C. Budget and Planning Report – 3rd Quarter Review – Legislative Appropriations Request Briefing D. Training Committee – Minimum Data Set Ms. Ann Barnett, HPRC Briefing E. Agency Roundtable – Audio/Visual System Issues and repair Future design – IT Infrastructure Action F. Public Comment – – Next Meeting Monday, September 8, 2014 G. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: John Monk, 512/305-8551
Texas Medical Board
June 9, 2014 – 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 pursuant to Texas Occupations Code, s164.059, of the license of Soo Young Chong, M.D., Licensure Number H5626. 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Department of Information Resources
June 9, 2014 – 10:00 AM
300 West 15th Street, William P. Clements Bldg, Room 103, Austin
Department of Information Resources Board Agenda 1. Call to Order, Roll Call and Witness Registration 2. Approve Minutes of May 22, 2014, DIR Board Meeting – action 3. Executive Director's Report 4. Contract Approval A. Consider approval of Interlocal Procurement Participation Agreement – action 5. Public Testimony 6. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Chandra Thompson, 512/936-7577
6/10/2014
Texas Board of Nursing
June 10, 2014 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-460, Austin
Texas Board of Nursing Eligibility and Disciplinary Committee Meeting Agenda June 10, 2014 I. Call to order – 8:30 a.m. II. Review of the agenda III. Review of the minutes: May 13, 2014, Committee Meeting; May 13, 2014, Emergency Meeting; May 19, 2014, Emergency Meeting IV. Staff recommendations V. The Eligibility and Disciplinary Committee of the board will meet to consider and take action on the following: A. Petitioners for eligibility B. Petitioners for an exception to a previous board order C. Motions for rehearing D. Agreed orders E. Reinstatement agreed orders F. Eligibility agreed orders G. Default revocation orders H. Deferred disciplinary action agreed orders. Additional Information Contact: Andrea Gonzalez, 512/305-6869
Texas Department of Insurance
June 10, 2014 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Hobby Building, Tower I-Room 1250A, Austin
Texas Health Reinsurance System – Board of Directors Annual Mtg 1. Call to order. 2. Review and vote on minutes of the July 30, 2013, THRS Board (Board) meeting. 3. Participation by the public (Invitation to address the Board on any THRS matter). 4. Presentation and discussion of and any necessary action by the Board on the Report of the Administrator of the Texas Health Reinsurance System. This agenda item might also include discussion and/or action relating to any of the following Administrator Report items: –Reinsurance activity – including a summary of number of ceding carriers, ceded lives and coverage plans for the month of the report; –Ceded lives comparison – across months, beginning with the first day of the current year through the last day of the month covered by the report; –Premium and claim summary – including a comparison of both accepted premium amounts and accepted claim amounts for the month covered by the report, compared to that same month in the previous loss year, as well as a historical recap of premiums remitted and claims accepted; –Carrier issues – including questions posed by participating carriers about operation and administration of the System, and any of its processes and procedures; –Assessment activity – including an update on any activity relating to any assessment for which full collection has not been completed by the end of the month covered by the report; and –Un-audited financial statements – including sources and uses of cash; other cash flow considerations or observations; income statements and operating assets; possible System cash position restructure; and/or operations adjustments as permitted to minimize future debt. 5. Discussion of and any necessary action regarding rates and trends for reinsurance coverages, factors affecting reinsurance premium, benefit plan design, and communication programs. 6. Chair report to Board regarding results of negotiations with PAI. Discussion of and action on changes to service agreement made based on chair's negotiations with PAI. 7. Discussion of and any necessary action regarding System's line of credit. 8. Discussion of and any necessary action regarding Board recommendation to insurance commissioner regarding legislation addressing status of THRS. 9. Discussion of and any necessary action regarding proposed amendment to THRS plan of operation. 10. Announcement of any business items to be placed on the agenda for discussion or action at the next Board meeting. 11. Set the date for the next Board meeting. 12. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Justin Beam, 512/475-1876
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 10, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Alamo Area Council of Governments, Al J. Notzon III Board Room, 1st floor, 8700 Tesoro Dr., San Antonio
STAR+PLUS Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Provider Training. Beginning September 1, 2014, certain individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who are covered by Medicaid will receive their basic medical services, or acute care, through a STAR+PLUS managed care health plan. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is holding provider trainings across the state to educate providers who serve individuals with IDD on STAR+PLUS managed care and what changes to expect. Bexar service area managed care organizations will be present to answer questions. You can learn more about the expansion of managed care here: http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/managed-care/mmc.shtml. Agenda: 1. STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care program overview 2. Delivery of acute care services for the following people through STAR+PLUS: a. People who live in a community-based intermediate care facility for individuals with an intellectual disability or related conditions (ICF-IID) b. People who receive services in a DADS IDD waiver, including: i. Home and Community-based Services (HCS) ii. Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) iii. Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities (DBMD) iv. Texas Home Living (TxHmL) 3. Coordination of acute care services through STAR+PLUS and long-term services and supports through the Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) 4. Questions and Answers 5. Adjourn Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us.
State Board of Dental Examiners
June 10, 2014 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 800, Austin
Dental Laboratory Certification Council Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Dental Laboratory Certification Council Meeting Convenes at 10:00 A.M. – June 10, 2014 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225 Austin, TX 78701-3942 Agenda call to order. 1. Roll call. 2. Discussion and review of minutes from the January 21, 2014 meeting. 3. Discuss and consider administrative processes: a. Dental Laboratory Registration Application. b. Dental Laboratory Registration Renewal. 4. Discussion of and possible action on rules – 22 Tex. admin. Code, chapter 116. 5. Discussion on dental laboratories operating in Texas without a license. 6. Director of licensing report. 7. Public comments. 8. Announcements. 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Vicki Shoesmith, 512/475-0972
Texas Department of Insurance
June 10, 2014 – 01:00 PM
333 Guadalupe, Room 102, Austin
Advisory Committee for the Standard Request Form for Prior Authorization of Medical Care or Health Care Services The Texas Department of Insurance announces a meeting of the Advisory Committee for the Standard Request Form for Prior Authorization of Medical Care or Health Care Services at 1 p.m., Central time, on June 10, 2014, in Room 102 of the William P. Hobby Jr. State Office Building, 333 Guadalupe, Austin, Texas. Agenda 1. Call to order Roll call and welcome Antitrust statement 2. Review of SB 1216 3. Receive comments and recommendations from committee members regarding (A) requirements related to the use, acceptance, and timely acknowledgement of the form including consequences for noncompliance (B) revisions to Standard Prior Authorization Request Form 4. Meeting schedule 5. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Angela Melina Raab, 512/305-7520
6/11/2014
House Committee on County Affairs
June 11, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Capitol Extension Building, Room E2.016, Austin
The committee will hear testimony on the following interim charges: Conduct legislative oversight and monitoring of the agencies and programs under the committee’s jurisdiction and the implementation of relevant legislation passed by the 83rd Legislature. In conducting this oversight, the committee should: a. consider any reforms to state agencies to make them more responsive to Texas taxpayers and citizens; b. identify issues regarding the agency or its governance that may be appropriate to investigate, improve, remedy, or eliminate; c. determine whether an agency is operating in a transparent and efficient manner; and d. identify opportunities to streamline programs and services while maintaining the mission of the agency and its programs. The committee will hear testimony from the medical schools and health science centers on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Program 1115 Waiver. Examine population growth in Texas counties and the impact the growth has had on housing, available land resources, businesses in Texas, as well as the impact of growth on the state's economy. Evaluate Texas's preparedness to respond to future growth and ensure economic stability. Contact: Katy Reagan (512)463-0760
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 11, 2014 – 10:00 AM
4900 N Lamar Blvd, Brown-Heatly Bldg, Public Hearing Rm 1410, Austin
Behavioral Health Integration Advisory Committee (BHIAC) 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Review and Approval of the April 17, 2014 minutes 3. Discuss Letter sent to Advisory Committee 4. Discussion/Vote on Report 5. Lunch Break (Recess 45 minutes) 6. Discussion/Vote on Report continued 7. Presentation by Texas A&M on Delivery System Reform Incentive Pool (DSRIP) study 8. General updates by Health and Human Services Commission Staff 9. Public Comment 10. Discussion of next meeting in September 2014 and possible Agenda Items 11. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Monica Thyssen, 512/462-6217
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 11, 2014 – 10:30 AM
6330 E HWY 290, ITT Institute Bldg, Theory/Classrms 3 & 4), Austin
The Perinatal Advisory Council (PAC) 1. Welcome and General Operational Items 2. Approval of the Minutes (Meeting May 14, 2014) 3. Discussion of Neonatal Standards 4. Update on draft Rules proposed for Neonatal Levels of Care 5. Lunch (Recess) 6. Presentation and Discussion of Subcommittee report 7. Public Comment 8. Set agendas, dates, times and locations of 2014 meetings 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: David Williams, 512/380-4374
Department of Aging and Disability Services
June 11, 2014 – 03:00 PM
701 W 51st St, John H. Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Room, Austin
Aging and Disability Services Council – Work Session 1. Welcome and Call To Order 2. Agency Update 3. Budget Report 4. Community Services Report 5. State Supported Living Centers (SSLC) Report 6. The Office of the Independent Ombudsman Report 7. Review of June 12, 2014 Items: Recommendation to propose an amendment to Title 1, Part 15, Chapter C, s355.307, Reimbursement Setting Methodology (Agenda Item 7c) 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-4563
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 11, 2014 – 03:30 PM
4900 N Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Room 4501), Austin
Employment First Task Force Workgroup on Employment Services for People Receiving Routine Case Management and Psychosocial Rehabilitation at Department of State Health Services [DSHS] 1. Welcome 2. Overview: Employment Services for People Receiving Routine Case Management and Psychosocial Rehabilitation at DSHS 3. Discussion of Employment Assistance and Supported Employment Benefits for Persons with Psychiatric Disabilities in STAR+PLUS Managed Care Carve-In 4. Examination of Other Employment Assistance and Supported Employment Medicaid Waiver Related Issues for Persons with Psychiatric Disabilities 5. Review of Sunset Recommendations on DSHS Impacting Employment 6. Discussion of Possible Recommendations: a. DSHS Adoption of Employment First Policy b. Increasing Service Targets and Outcomes in Local Mental Health Authority contracts c. Broadening the Scope of Local Mental Health Authorities to Include Basic Knowledge of Work Incentive Benefits 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Reese Carroll, 512/206-5332
6/12/2014
Department of Aging and Disability Services
June 12, 2014 – 08:30 AM
701 W 51st St, John H. Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Room, Austin
Aging and Disability Services Council 1. Welcome and Call To Order 2. Approval of the Minutes of the March 6, 2014 Council Meeting 3. Commissioner's Quarterly Update – Activities – Special Recognition(s)/Announcement(s) – Staffing and Personnel 4. The Selection of Vice-Chair 5. 2015 Meeting Dates 6. Public Comment 7. Recommendation to Propose: a. Recommendation to propose amendment to s355.725, Reimbursement Methodology for Common Waiver Services in Home and Community-based Services (HCS) and Texas Home Living (TxHmL), under Title 1,Part 15, Chapter 355, Subchapter F b. Recommendation to propose amendments to Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 355, Subchapter A, Sections 355.102, 355.103, 355.104, 355.105, and 355.111 Cost Determination Process; Subchapter C, Section 355.308 Reimbursement Methodology for Nursing Facilities; Subchapter E, Section 355.503, 355.505, and 355.513 Community Care for Aged and Disabled; and Subchapter G, Section 355.6907 Telemedicine Services and other Community Based Services c. Recommendation to propose an amendment to Title 1, Part 15, Chapter C, s355.307, Reimbursement Setting Methodology d. Recommendation to approve proposal of amendments to s60.6, Definitions; and s60.8, Contracting Requirements, in 40 TAC Chapter 60, Contracting to Provide Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) e. Recommendation to propose amendments to certain sections, new rules, and a repeal in 40 TAC Chapter 42, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities (DBMD) Program f. Recommendation to propose an amendment to Title 40, Part I, Chapter 93 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) governing Employee Misconduct Registry (EMR) g. Recommendation to propose amendments to 40 TAC s92.20, Provisional License, in Chapter 92, Licensing Standards for Assisted Living Facilities h. Recommendation to propose an amendment to 40 TAC s92.82, in Chapter 92, Licensing Standards for Assisted Living i. Recommendation to propose amendments to 40 TAC s85.302, Nutrition Services, in Chapter 85, Implementation of the Older Americans Act j. Recommendation to propose amendments to certain sections and the repeal of s10.303, in 40 TAC Chapter 10, Guardianship Services 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-4563
Texas Medical Board
June 12, 2014 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 780, Austin
Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Application for Temporary Suspension With Notice pursuant to Texas Occupations Code, s164.059, of the license of Francisco B. Sauceda, M.D., Licensure Number H8375. 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 12, 2014 – 09:00 AM
El Paso Community College, Administrative Services Center, Building A – Boardroom, 9050 Viscount Blvd., El Paso
STAR+PLUS Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Provider Training. Beginning September 1, 2014, certain individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who are covered by Medicaid will receive their basic medical services, or acute care, through a STAR+PLUS managed care health plan. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is holding provider trainings across the state to educate providers who serve individuals with IDD on STAR+PLUS managed care and what changes to expect. El Paso service area managed care organizations will be present to answer questions. You can learn more about the expansion of managed care here: http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/managed-care/mmc.shtml Agenda:1. STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care program overview 2. Delivery of acute care services for the following people through STAR+PLUS: a. People who live in a community-based intermediate care facility for individuals with an intellectual disability or related conditions (ICF-IID) b. People who receive services in a DADS IDD waiver, including: i. Home and Community-based Services (HCS) ii. Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) iii. Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities (DBMD) iv. Texas Home Living (TxHmL) 3. Coordination of acute care services through STAR+PLUS and long-term services and supports through the Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) 4. Questions and Answers 5.
Adjourn Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
June 12, 2014 – 11:00 AM
333 Guadalupe St #2-510, Austin
Education Committee 1. Call to Order 2. Public Comment 3. Approval of Minutes of September 13, 2013 4. Discussion and possible action on proposed recommendations from the Education Committee on Chapter 367 to discuss post-tests, repeating courses, voluntarism, adjunct faculty, and other continuing education issues. 5. Discussion and possible action on future meeting dates and agenda items 6. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Augusta Gelfand, 512/305-6900
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
June 12, 2014 – 01:30 PM
333 Guadalupe St #2-510, Austin
Rules Committee 1. Call to Order 2. Public Comment 3. Approval of Minutes of September 13, 2013 4. Discussion and possible action on proposed rule amendments to: A. s372.1, Provision of Services and Proposed new s372.2, Telehealth B. s373.3, Supervision of an Occupational Therapy Assistant 5. Discussion and possible action on future meeting dates and agenda items 6. Adjournment.
Additional Information Contact: Augusta Gelfand, 512/305-6900
Department of State Health Services
June 12, 2014 – 02:30 PM
Travis County Sheriff's Office, 5555 Airport Boulevard, Austin
Public Health Funding and Policy Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Welcome/Call to Order 1. Approval of April 10th meeting minutes 2. Public Health Syndromic Surveillance update 3. Public Health Emergency Preparedness Funding Formula Update 4. Core Functions/Public Health Infrastructure Discussion 5. Legislative Subcommittee Update 6. Sunset Commission Report on DSHS Discussion 7. General Public Comment 8. Agenda Items for Next Meeting 9. Future Meeting Dates/Locations Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Glenna Laughlin, 512/834-4555 X 2056
6/13/2014
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
June 13, 2014 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe St #2-510, Austin
1. Call to Order 2. Public comment 3. Approval of Minutes of February 21, 2014 4. 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 5. Investigation Committee Report A. Review and possible action on Agreed Orders for cases:14-027; 14-030; 14-055; 14-067; and 14-069. B. Discussion and possible action on the Investigation Committee Meetings of May 16, 2014 C. Discussion and possible action on investigative activities to date. 6. Education Committee Report Discussion and possible action on proposed recommendations from the Education Committee on Chapter 367 to discuss post-tests, repeating courses, voluntarism, adjunct faculty, and other continuing education issues. 7. Rules Committee Report. Discussion and possible action on: A. Proposed new s372. 2, Provision of Services, to add a section on Telehealth B. Proposed amendment to s373.3, Supervision of an Occupational Therapy Assistant. 8. Discussion and possible action on the OT Coordinator's Report. The Coordinator's Report may concern any items listed on the agenda and events that have occurred between this meeting and the Board's last meeting 9. Discussion and possible action on the Presiding Officer's Report. The Presiding Officer's report may concern any item listed on the agenda and on events that have occurred between this meeting and the Board's last meeting 10. Discussion and possible action on scheduling future board meeting dates, and agenda items for future consideration 11. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Augusta Gelfand, 512/305-6900
Texas Board of Nursing
June 13, 2014 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Austin
Texas Board of Nursing Task Force to Study Implications of Growth in Nursing Education Programs Meeting Room 102, Tower III William P. Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe, Austin, Texas 78701 Friday, June 13, 2014 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Agenda 1. Call to Order – Chair Pat Yoder-Wise a. Welcome and Introductions b. Review of Task Force Current Charges 2. Approval of Minutes from April 25th meeting 3. Presentation and Discussion of Clinical Instruction Survey Data a. Principle No. 1 b. Principle No. 2 4. Lunch 5. Presentation and Discussion of Clinical Instruction Survey Data (cont'd) a. Principle No. 3 b. Principle No. 4 6. Discussion of Guideline Recommendations 7. Model Brainstorming 8. Next Steps a. Guideline-October Board meeting b. Faculty Workshop planning- Spring 2015 c. Practice/Education Summit planning d. Proposed date/s for next meeting/s 9. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Kristin Benton, 512/305-6839
Department of Aging and Disability Services
June 13, 2014 – 10:00 AM
5701 Springdale Road, Region 13 Education Service Center, Austin
Texas Council on Autism & Pervasive Developmental Disorders Call to Order Approval of the Minutes of the previous meeting Chair's Report – IDD System Redesign Advisory Committee update – Texas Autism Awareness Day Press Conference Programs and Goals of Autism Speaks TARRC/Council Transition to DARS State Plan Discussion – Review current draft – Assignments and timeline Legislative Briefing discussion – HRSA Planning Group legislative recommendations – Set priorities and agenda – Assignments and timeline Special project discussion: Registry Public comment Confirm future Council meeting dates Announcements Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Mike Bright, 512/438-3115
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 13, 2014 – 01:00 PM
701 W. 51st St. (DADS, Winters Bldg., Room 460W), Austin
Employment First Task Force Workgroup on Employment Services in Medicaid Waivers 1. Welcome 2. Review of STAR+PLUS Home and Community Based Services Waiver Benefit: Supported Employment and Employment Assistance a. Current Practices b. Tracking and Data Collection 3. Discussion of Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) 1915 (c) Long Term Services and Supports Waiver Benefit: Supported Employment and Employment Assistance a. Current Practices b. Tracking and Data Collection 4. Recommendations for Integration of Employment First Philosophy 5. Other Discussion Items relating to the Employment First Task Force duties 6. Adjourn.
Additional Information Contact: Adrienne Nevola, 512/438-3641
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 13, 2014 – 01:30 PM
701 W. 51st St. (John H. Winters Bldg, Public Hearing Room), Austin
Hospital Payment Advisory Committee 1. Opening Comments: Peggy Deming, Hospital Payment Advisory Committee Chair 2. Approval of May 1, 2014 Meeting Minutes (Vote Required) notice of proposed rules/information items: 3. Disproportionate Share Hospital Reimbursement Methodology and Waiver Payments HHSC proposes to amend Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 355, s355.8065, concerning Disproportionate Share Hospital Reimbursement Methodology; s355.8201, Waiver Payments to Hospitals for Uncompensated Care; s355.8202, Waiver Payments to Physician Group Practices for Uncompensated Care; and s355.8441, Reimbursement Methodologies for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT). The proposed amendments are intended to meet the requirements of 2014-15 General Appropriations Act, S.B. 1, 83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013 (Article II, Health and Human Services Commission, Rider 86, Transitional Medicaid DSH and Related Payments), which allows HHSC to expend up to $160 million in general revenue funds in fiscal year (FY) 2014 and $140 million in general revenue funds in FY 2015 to stabilize and improve Medicaid hospital payments. Changes are proposed to both the disproportionate share hospital (DSH) and uncompensated care (UC) supplemental payment programs. The proposed amendments to the DSH and UC supplemental payment program revise the way that the state's DSH allocation is distributed among eligible hospitals and the way that the state's UC allocation is distributed among eligible provider. Pam McDonald, HHSC 4. Public Comment 5. Proposed Next Meeting: Thursday, August 7, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. 6. Adjourn.
Additional Information Contact: Sallie Allen, 512/424-6969
6/16/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 16, 2014 – 09:00 AM
6400 Highway 290 East (DARS Regional Office, Suite 201), Austin
Employment First Task Force Workgroup on Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services [DARS] Eligibility Criteria for Vocational Rehabilitation Services 1. Welcome 2. Review of Federal Eligibility Criteria for Vocational Rehabilitation Services 3. Review of DARS Process to Determine Eligibility 4. Discussion of Challenges with the Current Process 5. Recommendations to the Task Force 6. Other discussion on Criteria for Vocational Rehabilitation Services 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Carline Geiger, 512/407-1320
House Appropriations Subcommittee on Article II
June 16, 2014 – 1:00 PM
Capitol Extension Building, Room E1.030, Austin
The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Article II will convene a public hearing to consider the following interim charge: Monitor the administration of new state funding to expand behavioral health services in Texas. Make recommendations to improve coordination and prevent duplication of effort, including the behavioral health projects funded through the Medicaid 1115 waiver. Evaluate the methodology utilized by the state to fund the public mental health system in order to assess improvements in how mental health funds and associated performance targets are allocated throughout the state. Develop funding recommendations that emphasize equity in funding and performance expectations, improving outcomes, the attainment of performance targets, population needs, availability of local resources, and geographic diversity.(Charge 8) The Subcommittee will hear invited and public testimony. Public Testimony may be time-limited at the discretion of the chair. Additional Information Contact: Rep. Zerwas, 512/463-0657
6/17/2014
House Appropriations Subcommittee on Article II
June 17, 2014 – 9:00 AM
Capitol Extension Building, Room E1.030, Austin
Subcommittee on Article II The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Article II will convene a public hearing to consider the following interim charge topics: Study the implementation of provisions in SB 7 (83R) and Article II Special Provisions Section 48 regarding the Program of All- Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Make recommendations for expansion of, and improvement in, the delivery of those services if cost-effective. (Charge 9) Monitor the implementation of cost-containment initiatives in health and human services programs directed by Health and Human Services Commission Rider 51. Recommend additional opportunities for cost containment, including but not limited to, improvements in the procurement of durable medical equipment and increased medication adherence among Medicaid clients. (Charge 7) The Subcommittee will hear invited and public testimony. Public Testimony may be time-limited at the discretion of the chair. Additional Information Contact: Rep. Zerwas, 512/463-0657
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 17, 2014 – 11:30 AM
4900 N Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Room 1420), Austin
Employment First Task 1. Call to order 2. Welcome and Introductions 3. Public Comment 4. Review and Approval of May 20, 2014 Meeting Summary 5. Chair and Staff Updates 6. Approval of Task Force Bylaws (vote required) 7. Review of Updated Agency Employment Services Information 8. Discussion of Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) Vocational Rehabilitation Eligibility Criteria and Process 9. Discussion of Planning and Discovery Process for Employment Services in Medicaid Waivers 10. Discussion of Employment Services for People Receiving Routine Case Management and Psychosocial Rehabilitation at Department of State Health Services (DSHS) 11. Review and Discussion of Task Force Report and Policy Recommendations 12. Next Steps and Future Meetings 13. Other Discussion Items relating to the Employment First Task Force duties 14. Announcements & Updates 15. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Adrienne Nevola, 512/438-3641
6/18/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 18, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, Wilson Turner Auditorium, Medical Plaza II, 7737 Southwest Freeway, Houston
STAR+PLUS Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Provider Training. Beginning September 1, 2014, certain individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who are covered by Medicaid will receive their basic medical services, or acute care, through a STAR+PLUS managed care health plan. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is holding provider trainings across the state to educate providers who serve individuals with IDD on STAR+PLUS managed care and what changes to expect. Harris service area managed care organizations will be present to answer questions. You can learn more about the expansion of managed care here: http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/managed-care/mmc.shtml Agenda:1. STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care program overview 2. Delivery of acute care services for the following people through STAR+PLUS: a. People who live in a community-based intermediate care facility for individuals with an intellectual disability or related conditions (ICF-IID) b. People who receive services in a DADS IDD waiver, including: i. Home and Community-based Services (HCS) ii. Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) iii. Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities (DBMD) iv. Texas Home Living (TxHmL) 3. Coordination of acute care services through STAR+PLUS and long-term services and supports through the Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) 4. Questions and Answers 5. Adjourn Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 18, 2014 – 01:30 PM
701 W. 51st St. (Winters Building, Room 360W), Austin
Applied Income Workgroup 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Discussion and Review of Applied Income Survey Results a. Nursing Facility Survey b. Ombudsman Survey c. Discussion of Identified Trends 3. Identifying Possible Recommendations for Applied Income Report 4. Review of Report Outline 5. Discussion of Delivery Date for Applied Income Report 6. Other Discussion Items Related to the Applied Income Workgroup 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: April Young, 512/424-6911
6/20/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 20, 2014 – 10:00 AM
4900 N. Lamar Blvd. (HHSC Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501), Austin
Advisory Committee on Qualifications for Health Care Translators and Interpreters 1. Call to order. 2. Approval of minutes for May 9, 2014 meeting. (vote required) 3. Report on administrative action items from last meeting. 4. Discussion on existing health care mentor and preceptor programs. 5. Discussion on developing a registry for health care interpreters. 6. Finalize proposal for certification (vote required). 7. Discussion on disseminating information on the committee recommendations. 8. Public comment. 9. Discuss goals and work plan of the committee for 2014, including completion of report and recommendations for Executive Commissioner. 10. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Paula Traffas, 512/438-2944
Texas Board of Nursing
June 20, 2014 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Austin
Texas Board of Nursing Delegation Task Force – Chapter 224 Agenda I. Welcome and Introductions II. Guidelines for Meeting III. Election of Chairperson IV. History of dates for rules V. Purpose of meeting VI. Discussion of RN Delegation Rules in Chapter 224 VII. Schedule next meeting VIII. Closing. Additional Information Contact: Bonnie Cone, 512/305-6840
6/23/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 23, 2014 – 01:00 PM
John H. Winters Building, Public Hearing Room, 701 West 51st St., Austin
STAR+PLUS Quality Council. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Adoption of prior meeting minutes (vote required)* 4. Consideration and adoption of report recommendations (vote required)* 5. Other business: a. Relating to past meeting minutes b. Relating to the Council legislative charge c. Relating to STAR+PLUS quality d. Relating to future meetings 6. Adjournment *Public comment will be taken following each item, after a staff presentation, and/or before a vote on an action item. Contact: Charles Bredwell, Program Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission,
512-462-6337, charles.bredwell@hhsc.state.tx.us.
6/24/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 24, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Children's Medical Center , Ambulatory Pavilion, Independence Conference Room, First Floor, 2350 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas
STAR+PLUS Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Provider Training. Beginning September 1, 2014, certain individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who are covered by Medicaid will receive their basic medical services, or acute care, through a STAR+PLUS managed care health plan. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is holding provider trainings across the state to educate providers who serve individuals with IDD on STAR+PLUS managed care and what changes to expect. Dallas service area managed care organizations will be present to answer questions. You can learn more about the expansion of managed care here: http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/managed-care/mmc.shtml Agenda:1. STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care program overview 2. Delivery of acute care services for the following people through STAR+PLUS: a. People who live in a community-based intermediate care facility for individuals with an intellectual disability or related conditions (ICF-IID) b. People who receive services in a DADS IDD waiver, including: i. Home and Community-based Services (HCS) ii. Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) iii. Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities (DBMD) iv. Texas Home Living (TxHmL) 3. Coordination of acute care services through STAR+PLUS and long-term services and supports through the Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) 4. Questions and Answers 5. Adjourn Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us
6/25/2014
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
June 25, 2014 – 09:00 AM
1200 East Anderson Lane, Room 1.170, Austin
Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning 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. Welcome and Committee Chair's meeting overview II. Consideration of approval of the minutes from March 26, 2014, Committee meeting III. Consideration of approval of the Consent Calendar IV. Public Testimony on Agenda Items Relating to the Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning V. Matters relating to the Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning A. Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee on the RAND Community Colleges Baccalaureate Study in addressing the regional workforce needs of the state to determine regions that would benefit from the authorization of baccalaureate degree programs in the fields of nursing and applied sciences at public community colleges (S.B. 414, 83rd Texas Legislature, Regular Session) B. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee on the study relating to the relationship between the receipt of grant aid and changes in participation, persistence, and graduation (S.B. 1, 83rd Texas Legislature, Regular Session, Rider 56, Article III-58) C. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the approval of the annual Closing the Gaps 2015 Progress Report, including results of the Higher Education Assistance Plans (H.B. 2550, 83rd Texas Legislature, Regular Session) D. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the certification of Texas Research Incentive Program funds to the Emerging Research Universities E. Update on Texas Higher Education Strategic Planning Committee Activities F. Report on facilities projects that were submitted to the Coordinating Board G. Lunch H. Adjournment.
Additional Information Contact: Susan Brown, 512/427-6130
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
June 25, 2014 – 11:00 AM
1200 East Anderson Lane, Room 1.170, Austin
Committee on Academic and Workforce Success Note: time of meeting will be 11:00 am or upon adjournment of the Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning Meeting whichever occurs later. 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. Welcome and Committee Chair's meeting overview II. Consideration of approval of the minutes from the March 26, 2014, Committee meeting III. Consideration of approval of the Consent Calendar IV. Public Testimony on Agenda Items V. Matters relating to the Committee on Academic and Workforce Success A. Report to the Committee from The University of Texas System on: (1) The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's establishment of the new institution (2) The University of Texas at Austin's establishment of the new Dell Medical School B. Report to the Committee on Activities of the Norman Hackerman Advanced Research Program C. Report to the Committee on Activities of the Lower-Division Academic Course Guide Manual Advisory Committee D. Consideration of adopting the Undergraduate Education Advisory Committee's recommendation to the Committee relating to the implementation of the 60-SCH limit for associate degrees E. Consideration of adopting the ApplyTexas Advisory Committee's recommendation to the Committee relating to the Cost Effectiveness of a Common Application for Nursing F. Consideration of adopting the Family Practice Residency Advisory Committee's recommendation to the Committee relating to the distribution of funds trusteed to the Coordinating Board to support family practice residency programs for Fiscal Year 2015 and the report on trusteed funds distributed in Fiscal Year 2014 G. Consideration of adopting the Certification Advisory Council's recommendation to the Committee relating to the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) being recognized as an accrediting agency in Texas H. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to Committee relating to requests for a new degree program: Sam Houston State University (1) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree with a major in Forensic Science Texas A&M University (2) Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree with a major in Family Nurse Practitioner Texas A&M University- Corpus Christi (3) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree with a major in Geospatial Computing Sciences Texas Tech University (4) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree with a major in Educational Leadership via distance education Texas State University (5) Master of Science (MS) degree with a major in Engineering University of Houston (6) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree with a major in Hospitality Administration (7) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree with a major in Higher Education Leadership and Policy Studies (8) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree with a major in Curriculum and Instruction University of Houston – Clear Lake (9) Doctor of Education (EdD) degree with a major in Curriculum and Instruction I. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to issuance of a Request for Applications and the awarding of grants for the Graduate Medical Education Planning Grants Program J. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to issuance of a Request for Applications and the awarding of grants for the Graduate Medical Education Unfilled Positions Program and the New and Expanded Program Grants K. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to issuance of a Request for Applications and the awarding of grants for the Graduate Medical Education Resident Physician Expansion Program L. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to issuance of a Request for Applications and the awarding of grants for the Primary Care Innovation Program M. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to issuance of a Request for Applications and the awarding of grants for the Nursing, Allied Health and Other Health-related Education Grant Program N. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the issuance of a cost extension for a grant awarded to the University of North Texas under the Minority Health Research and Education Grant Program O. Proposed Rules: (1) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 4, Rules Applying to All Public Institutions of Higher Education in Texas, Subchapter D, Dual Credit Partnerships between Secondary Schools and Texas Public Colleges, Sections 4.81 and 4.85 of Board rules concerning the dual credit eligibility requirements (H.B. 5, 83rd Texas Legislature, Regular Session) (2) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 4, Rules Applying to All Public Institutions of Higher Education in Texas, Subchapter G, Early College High Schools, Section 4.155 of Board rules concerning early college high school student eligibility requirements (3) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 9, Program Development in Two-Year Public Colleges, Subchapter A, Definitions, Section 9.1 of Board rules concerning the definitions (4) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 9, Program Development in Two-Year Public Colleges, Subchapter D, Transferable Academic Courses, Section 9.75 of Board rules concerning compensatory education courses (5) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 9, Program Development in Two-Year Public Colleges, Subchapter E, Certificate and Associate Degree Programs, Section 9.93 of Board rules concerning the approval of certificate and associate degree programs in the state of Texas (6) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 9, Program Development in Two-Year Public Colleges, Subchapter G, Contractual Agreements, Section 9.121, 9.123, 9.124, and 9.126 of Board rules concerning the accurate reference to an accrediting body (7) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 9, Program Development in Two-Year Public Colleges, Subchapter H, Partnerships between Secondary Schools and Public Two-Year Colleges, Sections 9.141, 9.142, 9.143, and 9.146 and new Section 9.147 of Board rules concerning partnerships between secondary schools and public two-year colleges (H.B. 5, 83rd Texas Legislature, Regular Session) (8) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 9, Program Development in Two-Year Public Colleges, Subchapter J, Academic Associate Degree and Certificate Programs, Sections 9.183 and 9.184 of Board rules concerning the accurate reference to an accrediting body P. Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the appointment of members to Advisory Committees: (1) Lower-Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) (2) ApplyTexas (3) Certification Advisory Council (CAC) (4) Graduate Education Advisory Committee (GEAC) (5) Learning Technology Advisory Committee (LTAC) (6) Undergraduate Education Advisory Committee (UEAC) Q. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to institutions' plans for closure and/or teach-outs pursuant to Chapter 7, Subchapter A, Section 7.7(5) R. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the January 2014 Annual Compliance Reports for Institutions under a Certificate of Authorization (Names beginning with "A" through "O") S. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the issuance of a Request for Applications for a coordinator to develop and implement a statewide professional development program to support the dissemination of promising practices in serving students assessed at developmental education and basic academic skills education levels T. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the use of federal fiscal year 2014 Teacher Quality Grant funds to extend current grants and provide funding to support continuation activities U. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the approval to increase the federally funded Texas Workforce Commission grant award to one Accelerate Texas college V. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the allocation of Work-Study Mentorship Program funding to participating TransitionTX Project sites W. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the approval to enter into contracts with three (3) public 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 VI. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Dr. Rex Peebles, 512/427-6520
6/26/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 26, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Tyler Junior College, Regional Training and Development Center, Room 104, 1530 S SW Loop 323, Tyler
STAR+PLUS Provider Training. On September 1, 2014, the STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care program will expand statewide to the rural service areas of Texas (Central, Northeast, and West). People who are age 65 or older or who have disabilities and are covered by Medicaid will receive begin receiving services through a STAR+PLUS managed care health plan. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is holding provider trainings across the three rural service areas to educate providers on STAR+PLUS managed care and what changes to expect. The Northeast rural service area managed care organizations will be present to answer questions. Following the 9 a.m. STAR+PLUS Provider Training, another training for providers who serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities will be held in the same room. You can learn more about the expansion of managed care here: http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/managed-care/mmc.shtml. 1. STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care program overview 2. Questions and Answers 3. Adjourn. Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 26, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Tyler Junior College, Regional Training and Development Center, Room 104, 1530 S SW Loop 323, Tyler
STAR+PLUS Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Provider Training. Beginning September 1, 2014, certain individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who are covered by Medicaid will receive their basic medical services, or acute care, through a STAR+PLUS managed care health plan. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is holding provider trainings across the state to educate providers who serve individuals with IDD on STAR+PLUS managed care and what changes to expect. Northeast rural service area managed care organizations will be present to answer questions. You can learn more about the expansion of managed care here: http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/managed-care/mmc.shtml Agenda:1. STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care program overview 2. Delivery of acute care services for the following people through STAR+PLUS: a. People who live in a community-based intermediate care facility for individuals with an intellectual disability or related conditions (ICF-IID) b. People who receive services in a DADS IDD waiver, including: i. Home and Community-based Services (HCS) ii. Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) iii. Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities (DBMD) iv. Texas Home Living (TxHmL) 3. Coordination of acute care services through STAR+PLUS and long-term services and supports through the Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) 4. Questions and Answers 5. Adjourn Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us
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