Below is a list of legislative and state agency health care hearings scheduled between March 22 and April 11.
3/24/2014
Department of State Health Services
March 24, 2014 – 11:00 AM
Omni Corpus Christi Hotel, Bayfront Tower, 900 North Shoreline Boulevard, Corpus Christi
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 February 13th Meeting Minutes 2. Syndromic Surveillance Update 3. Legislative Themes Discussion 4. Annual Report Status Update 5. Stakeholder Public Comment 6. Agenda Items for Next Meeting 7. Future Meeting Dates/Locations Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-5561
House Committee on Human Services
March 24, 2014 – 9:00 AM
Capitol Extenstion Building, Room E2.030, Austin
The committee will convene to consider and hear invited and public testimony on the following interim charge: Monitor and evaluate implementation of SB 7 (83R), including agency preparations for the statewide rollout of STAR+PLUS. Additional Information Contact: Rep. Richard Raymond, 512/463-0558
3/26/2014
Department of State Health Services
March 26, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Austin Hilton Garden Inn Downtown, 500 North IH-35, Austin
Trauma Systems Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Recognize and welcome new members to the committee Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) benchmarks, indicators and scoring (BIS) tool that is used to conduct regional and state trauma system assessments by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the edited version by DSHS, and consider further deletion or reinsertions of questions to the BIS. 2. Workgroup Updates (as time and participation allows) a. Trauma Medical Directors, presented by Brian Eastridge, M.D. b. Non-Physician Providers, presented by Kelly Stowell c. State Trauma Registry, presented by Tammy Sajack and Jane Guerrero d. Trauma Registrars, presented by Irene Lopez e. Texas TQIP, presented by Matt Davis, M.D. f. Alcohol and Injuries, presented by Karla Hosick and Christi Reeves g. RAC Development, presented by Wanda Helgesen 3. Update on the status of the Sunset Commission review of the Department of State Health Services. General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for the GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-5561
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
March 26, 2014 – 11:00 AM
1200 E. Anderson Lane, Board Room, Room 1.170, Austin
Committee on Academic and Workforce Success 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 December 11, 2013, 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. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendations to the Committee relating to requests for a new degree program: Stephen F. Austin State University (1) Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with a major in Engineering Physics Texas Woman's University (2) Doctor of Occupational Therapy (ODT) degree with a major in Occupational Therapy University of Texas at El Paso (3) Master of Science (MS) degree with a major in Software Engineering University of Texas at Arlington (4) Master of Construction Management (MCM) degree with a major in Construction Management B. Update on Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso C. Notification of change in organization for regional accreditor, the Higher Learning Commission D. Update on the progress of the Adult Basic Education Postsecondary Education Transition Report (General Appropriations Act, Senate Bill 1, 83rd Texas Legislature, Regular Session, Section 28, pages III-43 and III-50) E. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the funding of professional development regarding the Puente Integrated Reading/Writing model F. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the approval of amendments to provide additional funds to Comprehensive Student Success Program institutions to create student success best-practice toolkits G. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the approval of amendments to provide additional funding to current regional teams and to fund additional regional teams for the Vertical Alignment Training Project to coordinate and implement House Bill 5, 83rd Texas Legislature, Regular Session policies H. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the appointment of student representatives to the ApplyTexas Advisory Committee, the Graduate Education Advisory Committee, the Learning Technology Advisory Committee, and the Undergraduate Education Advisory Committee I. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to the guidelines for the 2014 Texas Higher Education Star Award VI. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Dr. Rex Peebles, 512/427-6520
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 26, 2014 – 09:00 AM
4900 N Lamar Blvd. (Brown-Heatly Bldg Public Hearing Rm), Austin
STAR Kids Managed Care Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Opening Remarks a) Member introductions b) Adopt meeting minutes from December 12, 2013 2. STAR Kids Procurement Process a) Overview of draft Request for Proposals (RFP) b) Procurement schedule and opportunities 3. Discussion of Key STAR Kids Elements 4. Public Comment 5. Determine Priorities for Future Meetings 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: kate.volti@hhsc.stat
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 26, 2014 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501), Austin
Telemedicine and Telehealth Advisory Committee 1. Call to Order: Sam Tessen, Chair. 2. Review and Approval of the meeting minutes from September 23, 2013: Sam Tessen. 3. Presentation and discussion about the utilization of telemedicine in Medicaid: Sarah Mills, Senior Policy Analyst. 4. Discussion and briefing regarding federal legislation (H.R. 3077) and the potential impacts on telemedicine: Sam Tessen. 5. Sub-committee report from the Telemonitoring Prior Authorization Sub-committee: Sarah Mills. 6. Sub-committee report from the Status of Telemedicine, Telehealth and Telemonitoring Sub-committee: Rachel Hammon. 7. Additional Items: Sam Tessen. 8. Discussion on Next Meeting and Agenda items. 9. Public Comment. 10. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sarah Mills, 512/462-6271
3/28/2014
Department of State Health Services
March 28, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Bldg, Conference Room 1410, 4900 North Lamar, Austin
Promotor(a) or Community Health Worker Training and Certification Advisory Committee Note to Meeting Attendees: Please check in with Security at the Brown-Heatly Building and they will direct you to the conference room. The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Welcome and introductions Approval of minutes Public comment Community Health Worker Workforce in Texas: Current Opportunities/Looking Ahead 2013 Annual Report of the Promotor(a) or Community Health Worker (CHW) Training and Certification Advisory Committee An Update on Public Health's Role in Healthcare Delivery CHW Curriculum Collaboration-UTSPH Core Curriculum Framework Update Maternal Infant Outreach Program Evaluation Workgroup Update Program Update Committee Business: Review and recommend to the Department of State Health Services applications for certification of training institutions Committee Member Updates New business for next meeting Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-5561
Texas Medical Board
March 28, 2014 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Suite 225, Austin
Texas Physician Health Program. Agenda item numbers are assigned for ease of reference only and do not necessarily reflect the order of their consideration by the Board. Call to Order; Roll Call; Welcome Agenda Item 1 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding January 31, 2014 Board meeting minutes. Agenda Item 2 Discussions,recommendations and possible action regarding TXPHP Ad Hoc Personnel Committee appointment of Dr. Brad Fitzwater as Executive/Medical Director for TXPHP Agenda Item 3 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding case advisory panels, case reviews, proposed agreement terminations and modifications. Agenda Item 4 Discussion, recommendations and possible action regarding data transfer from Access Database to Recovery Trek and Soberlink Consent Form. Agenda Item 5 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding program operations a) Status of program enrollment to date and related information b) Budget update c) General Counsel services Agenda Item 6 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding TXPHP guidelines for agreements with health and rehabilitation centers and sending out data questionnaires and making site visits. Agenda Item 7 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding TMB Stakeholders Licensure Application and Questionnaire questions 38-42. Agenda Item 8 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding TXPHP media presentations and outreach activities. a) TXPHP PowerPoint Presentation b) TMA and TXPHP relations c) Obtain email list for TMB Licensees and draft email blast Agenda Item 9 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding upcoming Board meetings, member rotation, board vacancy and possible agenda topics. a) Possible change for June 6, 2014 board meeting Agenda Item 10 Retirement of Dr. Bill Nemeth. Agenda Item 11 Open forum for public comments. Executive Session The Board may close the meeting to the public and continue in executive session for the following reasons: a. Private consultation and advice of legal counsel concerning pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client privilege under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code. b. Deliberations concerning the appointment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.074, Government Code. While in executive session, the Board will not take any action, make any decision, or vote with regard to any matter that may be considered or discussed. A certified agenda of any executive session will be made. Additional Information Contact: shayla.clay@txphp.state.tx.us
3/31/2014
Department of State Health Services
March 31, 2014 – 10:00 AM
HHSC-MHMR Center, Adult Mental Health Services, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division, Bldg 552, 909 – West 45th St, Austin
Local Authority Network Advisory Committee Teleconference The Committee will meet in a telephone conference call meeting to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Public comment Approval of minutes Revisions to 25 TAC, Chapter 412, Subchapter P (relating to Provider Network Development) Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: beverly.grace@dshs.state.tx.us
4/4/2014
Department of State Health Services
April 4, 2014 – 09:00 AM
City of Austin Learning Resource Ctr, 2800 Spirit of Texas Dr, Austin
Education Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order/RollCall Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Consider the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) EMS Education competencies and standards for AEMT (Advanced Emergency Medical Technician) that were adopted in August 2012 for Texas EMT-Intermediate (EMT-I) training in 25 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) s157.32, and how it affects the practice of currently certified Texas EMT-Is who initially received the NHTSA 1985 or 1999 (I-85, I-99) curriculum for EMT-I training. 2. Define the additional or alternative training that is required for a Texas certified EMT-I (either I-85 or I-99) to transition to AEMT, as required by the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT). 3. Review the community health curriculum for Advanced Practice Paramedic/Advanced Community Paramedic and consider recommendations for its adoption in Texas. General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: 512/463-5561
4/8/2014
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
April 8, 2014 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 2-400A, Austin
Agenda I. Review of evaluations of responses to RFQ 515-14-0005 II. Discussion and Recommendations III. Review of Budget Proposal for FY 2016-2017 IV. Discussion and Recommendations V. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Cathy Stella, 512/305-8013
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 8, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Elias Ramirez State Office Building, 5425 Polk St., Houston
Medicaid Managed Care Initiatives Information Session for Providers. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will implement several Medicaid managed care initiatives. These initiatives relate to changes to the STAR and STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care programs. HHSC staff and Medicaid managed care organization representatives will be available to offer information and respond to questions. The 1 p.m. session will be directed towards acute care and long-term services and supports providers. Houston is part of the Harris service area. Additional meetings will be held in these other service areas: Bexar, Dallas, El Paso, Hidalgo, Jefferson, Lubbock, Nueces and Tarrant. Please visit http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/MMC.shtml for updates. 1. Managed care overview 2. STAR+PLUS expansion to Medicaid Rural Service Areas 3. Delivery of mental health rehabilitation and targeted case management services through managed care 4. Delivery of acute care services for most adults who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 5. Delivery of nursing facility services through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 6. Integrated care demonstration project for fully Medicare-Medicaid dual eligible individuals 7. Questions and Answers 8. 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
April 8, 2014 – 01:00 PM
Elias Ramirez State Office Building, 5425 Polk St., Houston
Medicaid Managed Care Initiatives Information Session for Providers. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will implement several Medicaid managed care initiatives. These initiatives relate to changes to the STAR and STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care programs. HHSC staff and Medicaid managed care organization representatives will be available to offer information and respond to questions. The 1 p.m. session will be directed towards acute care and long-term services and supports providers. Houston is part of the Harris service area. Additional meetings will be held in these other service areas: Bexar, Dallas, El Paso, Hidalgo, Jefferson, Lubbock, Nueces and Tarrant. Please visit http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/MMC.shtml for updates. 1. Managed care overview 2. STAR+PLUS expansion to Medicaid Rural Service Areas 3. Delivery of mental health rehabilitation and targeted case management services through managed care 4. Delivery of acute care services for most adults who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 5. Delivery of nursing facility services through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 6. Integrated care demonstration project for fully Medicare-Medicaid dual eligible individuals 7. Questions and Answers 8. 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
April 8, 2014 – 04:00 PM
Elias Ramirez State Office Building, 5425 Polk St., Houston
Medicaid Managed Care Initiatives Information Session for Consumers. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will implement several Medicaid managed care initiatives. These initiatives relate to changes to the STAR and STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care programs. HHSC staff and Medicaid managed care organization representatives will be available to offer information and respond to questions. The 4 p.m. session will be directed towards consumers, families, and other stakeholders. Houston is part of the Harris service area. Additional meetings will be held in these other service areas: Bexar, Dallas, El Paso, Hidalgo, Jefferson, Lubbock, Nueces and Tarrant. Please visit http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/MMC.shtml for updates. 1. Managed care overview 2. STAR+PLUS expansion to Medicaid Rural Service Areas 3. Delivery of mental health rehabilitation and targeted case management services through managed care 4. Delivery of acute care services for most adults who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 5. Delivery of nursing facility services through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 6. Integrated care demonstration project for fully Medicare-Medicaid dual eligible individuals 7. Questions and Answers 8. Adjourn Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us.
4/9/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 9, 2014 – 09:00 AM
701 W. 51st St. (Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Room 125W), Austin
Interagency Council on Addressing Disproportionality and Disparities 1. Call to Order 2. Welcome and Opening Remarks 3. Action Item: Approval of the January 9, 2014 Meeting Minutes (Vote Required) 4. Discussion and Work on Health and Human Services Commission Rider 87 Legislative Report 5. Discussion of Schedule for Next Meeting 6. Public Comment 7. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Melonee Carter, 512/424-6509
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 9, 2014 – 01:00 PM
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main St., Beaumont
Medicaid Managed Care Initiatives Information Session for Providers. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will implement several Medicaid managed care initiatives. These initiatives relate to changes to the STAR and STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care programs. HHSC staff and Medicaid managed care organization representatives will be available to offer information and respond to questions. The 1 p.m. session will be directed towards acute care and long-term services and supports providers. Beaumont is part of the Jefferson service area. Additional meetings will be held in these other service areas: Bexar, Dallas, El Paso, Harris, Hidalgo, Lubbock, Nueces and Tarrant. Please visit http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/MMC.shtml for updates. 1. Managed care overview 2. STAR+PLUS expansion to Medicaid Rural Service Areas 3. Delivery of mental health rehabilitation and targeted case management services through managed care 4. Delivery of acute care services for most adults who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 5. Delivery of nursing facility services through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 6. Questions and Answers 7. 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
April 9, 2014 – 04:00 PM
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main St., Beaumont
Medicaid Managed Care Initiatives Information Session for Consumers. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will implement several Medicaid managed care initiatives. These initiatives relate to changes to the STAR and STAR+PLUS Medicaid managed care programs. HHSC staff and Medicaid managed care organization representatives will be available to offer information and respond to questions. The 4 p.m. session will be directed towards consumers, families, and other stakeholders. Beaumont is part of the Jefferson service area. Additional meetings will be held in these other service areas: Bexar, Dallas, El Paso, Harris, Hidalgo, Lubbock, Nueces and Tarrant. Please visit http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/medicaid/MMC.shtml for updates. 1. Managed care overview 2.STAR+PLUS expansion to Medicaid Rural Service Areas 3. Delivery of mental health rehabilitation and targeted case management services through managed care 4. Delivery of acute care services for most adults who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 5. Delivery of nursing facility services through the STAR+PLUS managed care program 6. Questions and Answers 7. Adjourn Contact: Michelle Zook, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Michelle.Zook@hhsc.state.tx.us.
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