The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between March 26 and April 15.
3/29/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 29, 2016 – 10:30 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
The Perinatal Advisory Council 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 minutes (Meeting January 26, 2016). 4. State Neonatal Care System Report, Office of EMS/Trauma Systems Coordination. 5. Perinatal Advisory Council (PAC) guiding principles. 6. PAC Report due September 1, 2016. 7. Updates from PAC Chair.* 8. Lunch (Recess) 9. Discussion on Maternal Levels of Care.* 10. Public comment 11. Announce dates, times, and locations of upcoming meetings in 2016. 12. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: David Williams, 512/380-4374
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 29, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Room 3501, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Transition to Managed Care Subcommittee Meeting. 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and accept Feb. 23, 2016, Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) System Redesign Advisory Committee Transition to Managed Care Subcommittee meeting minutes. 3. Discuss the managed care organizations' report cards. 4. Discuss value-added services recommendations. 5. Discuss Medical Transportation Program. 6. Discuss feedback on the enrollment packets. 7. Discuss future meeting dates and agenda items. 8. Adjourn Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Kathi Montalbano, IDD Specialist for Managed Care, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Division, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7409, or kathi.montalbano@hhsc.state.tx.us.
3/30/2016
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
March 30, 2016 – 09:00 AM
1200 E. Anderson Lane Board Room, Austin
Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning Agenda 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 16, 2015, 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 relating to funding formulas for use by the Governor and the Legislative Budget Board in making appropriations recommendations to the appropriate Legislative Committees B. Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the annual report about the financial condition of the state's community college districts (S.B. 1, 83rd Texas Legislature, Regular Session, Rider 13, III-203) C. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendations relating to the Coordinating Board's Legislative Agenda for the 85th Texas Legislature D. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Committee relating to approval of the appointment of student representatives to the Financial Aid Advisory Committee E. Presentation by Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation (TG) on the Financial Coaching aspect of the Pilot Project on Default Prevention and Financial Aid Literacy(S.B. 680, 83rd Texas Legislature, Regular Session) F. Report on data highlight: Completion G. Report on facilities projects that were submitted to the Coordinating Board H. Proposed Rules: (1) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to amendments to Chapter 1, Subchapter A, Section 1.18 (c) (1) concerning Education Research Center Advisory Board status as a governmental body (S.B. 685, 84th Texas Legislature, Regular Session) (2) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to amendments to Chapter 1, Subchapter K, Sections 1.156, 1.158, and 1.161 concerning the Formula Advisory Committee – Community and Technical Colleges (3) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to amendments to Chapter 1, Subchapter L, Sections 1.164 and 1.169 concerning the Formula Advisory Committee – General Academic Institutions (4) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to an amendment to Chapter 1, Subchapter M, Section 1.176 concerning the Formula Advisory Committee – Health-Related Institutions (5) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to proposed new rules under Chapter 1, Subchapter CC, concerning the creation of the Financial Literacy Advisory Committee (6) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to amendments to Chapter 13, Subchapter A, Section 13.1 concerning Definitions section of the financial planning rules (7) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to amendments to Chapter 13, Subchapter C, Sections 13.42, 13.43, and 13.47 concerning clarification of terms in the rules on budgets (8) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to amendments to Chapter 21, Subchapter A, Section 21.1; the repeal of Section 21.9 – 21.11, and new proposed Sections 21.9 – 21.10 of the Board rules, concerning the General Provisions of Student Services (H.B. 700, 84th Texas Legislature) (9) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the repeal of Chapter 21, Subchapter D, Section 21.100 of Board rules, concerning the Hinson-Hazlewood College Student Loan Program (10) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendations to the Committee relating to the repeal of Chapter 21, Subchapter G, Sections 21.171 – 21.176, and proposed new Sections 21.171 – 21.176, concerning the Teach for Texas Loan Repayment Assistance Program (11) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the repeal of Chapter 21, Subchapter H, Sections 21.191 – 21.207 of Board rules, concerning the Teacher Education Loan Program (S.B. 457, 71st Texas Legislature) (12) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the repeal of Chapter 21, Subchapter I, Sections 21.221 – 21.241 of Board rules, concerning the Future Teacher Loan Program (S.B. 457, 71st Texas Legislature (13) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the repeal of Chapter 21, Subchapter L, Sections 21.301 – 21.325 of Board rules, concerning the Paul Douglas Teacher Scholarship Program (H.R. 1944, 104th Congress, 1995) (14) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the repeals of Chapter 21, Subchapter O, Sections 21.465 – 21.477 and Subchapter LL, Sections 21.2050 – 21.2056 of Board rules, concerning the Early Childhood Care Provider Student Loan Repayment Program (15) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to proposed amendments to Chapter 21, Subchapter S, Sections 21.590 – 21.596, concerning the Border County Doctoral Faculty Education Loan Repayment Program (16) Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Committee relating to the repeal of Chapter 21, Subchapter DD, Sections 21.970 – 21.980 of Board rules, concerning the Minority Doctoral Incentive Program of Texas I. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Julie Eklund, 512/427-6533
House Committee on Insurance
March 30, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E2.036, Austin
The committee will meet to hear invited testimony on the following charges: Charge #3: Evaluate the statutory penalty calculations under Texas's prompt payment laws regarding health care claims. Include an analysis of whether the proper benchmarks are used to establish penalties commensurate with an improper payment and the effect of the abolition of the Texas Health Insurance Pool on the use of funds collected under the statute. Charge #7: Review the implementation of HB 2929 (83R). Examine the bill's impact and compliance among affected health plans. Examine the costs incurred by the Employees Retirement System, Teacher Retirement System, and any other affected state health plans as a result of the legislation. Charge #8: Review current statutory provisions regarding the prosecution of workers' compensation insurance fraud. Examine ways to maintain or enhance fraud prosecution while ensuring a fair process for all parties involved. Contact: Jesse Sifuentez (512) 463-0788
3/31/2016
Health and Human Services Transition Legislative Oversight Committee
March 31, 2016 – 9:30 AM
Capitol Extension Building, E1.036 Finance Room, Austin
The Transition Legislative Oversight Committee will meet on Thursday, March 31, 2016 at 9:30am to hear invited and public testimony. The Committee will hear invited testimony on the following: Health and Human Services Commission – Overview of Transition Plan; Workforce Commission – Overview of Vocational Rehabilitation Services Transfer; Department of Family and Protective Services – Update of Child Abuse Prevention Services Consolidation. Contact: Stephanie Hoover (512) 463-0370
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 31, 2016 – 9:30 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room , 4900 North Lamar Blvd. , Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Peer Support in the Home and Community-Based Services Adult Mental Health Program. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing on March 31, 2016, at 9:30 a.m. to receive public comment on proposed payment rates for Peer Support in the Home and Community-Based Services Adult Mental Health (HCBS-AMH) program operated by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 (relating to public hearing on rates) and Title 1 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) §355.201(relating to establishment and adjustment or reimbursement rates by HHSC), which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. The public hearing will be held in the Public Hearing Room in the Brown Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas, with entrance through Security. Entry is through the front of the building facing Lamar Boulevard. Free parking is available in front of the building and in the adjacent parking garage. Proposal. HHSC proposes to amend the rate for Peer Support to reflect the salaries of the staff providing the service, to be effective April 15, 2016. Methodology and Justification. HHSC calculated the proposed payment rates in accordance with the rate setting methodologies codified in Title 1 TAC §355.9070 (relating to reimbursement methodology for the HCBS-AMH). Briefing Package. On March 11, 2016, a briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available. Those interested may also obtain a free copy of the briefing package by contacting the HHSC Rate Analysis department by U.S. mail addressed to HHSC Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030; by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at RAD_Operations@hhsc.state.tx.us. In addition, free copies of the briefing package will be available at the public hearing. The briefing package will contain a description of the specific rate adjustments that are proposed. 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: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax: Attention: Kyle Baxter at 512-730-7475. Email: RAD_Operations@hhsc.state.tx.us
4/4/2016
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
April 4, 2016 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2 Room 400A, Austin
Executive Committee A. Review TSBP Revenue Projections and Fee Recommendations B. Review of Budget Proposal for FY2018-2019. Additional Information Contact: Cathy Stella, 512/305-8013
4/5/2016
House Committee on Public Health
April 5, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E2.028, Austin
The committee will meet to consider interim charge number two: Study the impact of chronic disease in Texas and identify the major regional chronic health challenges. Review the types of health data collected by the state related to chronic disease and how the data is utilized to improve health care. Study state programs targeting chronic disease, including the Texas Health Improvement Network, and identify the direct and indirect costs associated with obesity, tobacco, and other related chronic health conditions including impacts to Medicaid, ERS, TRS, University of Texas System, Texas A&M University System. Identify public health interventions for chronic disease and preventative healthcare services that improve health outcomes and reduce cost. Invited testimony will be followed by public testimony. Contact: Craig Holzheauser 512-463-0806
4/11/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 11, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Quality Subcommittee. 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Discuss user-friendly Managed Care Organization (MCO) complaint process including education and outreach. 3. Communication and decision-making in managed care. 4. Discuss annual legislative report quality recommendations. 5. Discuss MCO training materials. 6. Discuss future meeting dates and agenda items. 7. Adjourn Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Kathi Montalbano, Intellectual and Developmental Disability Specialist for Managed Care, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Division, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7409, kathi.montalbano@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 11, 2016 – 01:00 PM
909 West 45th St. (Health and Human Services Commission, Building II, Public Hearing Room 164), Austin
Employment First Task Force 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review of February 29, 2016, meeting summary. 3. Chair report 4. Planning for education and outreach process. 5. Review of Employment First Task Force (EFTF) recommendations progress chart. 6. State agency transformation updates related to Employment First. 7. Planning for EFTF future meetings. 8. Public comment 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Marc Mullins, 512/438-3641
4/12/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 12, 2016 – 09:00 AM
John H. Winters Building, Public Hearing Room, 701 West 51st St., Austin
Proposed Payment Rates for the Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services Program. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, at 9 a.m. to receive public comment on proposed payment rates for the Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services (CRS) program operated by the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services. The hearing will be held in compliance Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Title 1, §355.105(g)(1), which requires that public hearings be held on proposed reimbursement rates before HHSC approves the rates. Proposal. HHSC proposes payment rates for the CRS program. The proposed rates will be effective Sept. 1, 2016, and were determined in accordance with the rate-setting methodologies listed below under “Methodology and Justification.” Methodology and Justification. The proposed rates were determined in accordance with the rate-setting methodologies that will be codified at 1 TAC, Chapter 355, Subchapter M, §355.9040, Reimbursement Methodology for the Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services Program. The proposed new rule will be published in the April 29th edition of the Texas Register and is scheduled to be adopted effective Sept. 1, 2016. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed rates will be available on April 1, 2016. Those interested may obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting Rate Analysis by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7484; or by email at RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package also will be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed 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: 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 Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78751-2399. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax
Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7484. Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
4/15/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 15, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council. 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and approval of meeting minutes from Feb. 12, 2016. 3. Rules and bylaws (vote may be taken).* 4. Staff and council discussion on deliverables and updated work plan. a. Resources b. Timelines c. Future meetings 5. Work group presentations of proposed recommendations. a. Barriers and Access to Care. b. Policies, Practices and Protocols. 3. Information and Education 6. Council discussion of work group presentations and proposed recommendations (vote may be taken).* 7. Public comment 8. Action items for staff or member follow-up. 9. Adjourn * Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Jimmy Blanton, Director, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-380-4372, jimmy.blanton@hhsc.state.tx.us.
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