The list below details legislative and state agency health care related hearings scheduled between May 24 and June 13.
5/27/2014
Comptroller of Public Accounts
May 27, 2014 – 01:15 PM
111 East 17th Street, Room 805, L.B.J. Building, Austin
Medicaid and Public Assistance Fraud Oversight Task Force Introduction: Call to Order and Welcome II. Roll Call of Task Force Member Agencies A. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) B. Office of the Attorney General (OAG) C. Department of Public Safety D. State Auditor's Office E. Texas Department of Insurance F. Comptroller III. Public Comment IV. Action Item: Approval of Minutes from the December 3, 2013 and February 28, 2014 meetings V. Update from HHSC – Office of Inspector General on Medicaid fraud prevention VI. Updates regarding fraud prevention from other Task Force Member Agencies VII. Discussion of future agenda items VIII. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Brashear, 512/463-3901
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 27, 2014 – 02:00 PM
1702 Horne Rd. (Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District, Auditorium), Corpus Christi
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the February 25, 2014 Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee Meeting (vote required). 3. Update on Medicaid/Medicare Dual Demonstration Project. 4. Update on Women's Health Care Programs. 5. Update on the Affordable Care Act. 6. Discussion on Healthy Eating Initiatives. 7. Update on the Community Partner Program. 8. Update on Statewide Advisory Committees a. State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee b. STAR Kids Advisory Committee c. Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee d. STAR+PLUS Quality Council 9. Public Comment. 10. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 11. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Belinda Senteno, 956/421-5576
5/28/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 28, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed new and amended rules concerning the Medical Transportation Program. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed new rule §380.202 under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 380, Subchapter B, concerning Program Services; amendments to §380.101 under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 380, Subchapter A, concerning Definitions of Terms; §§380.201, 380.203, 380.205, 380.207, and 380.209 under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 380, Subchapter B, concerning Eligibility, Program Requirements, Program Processes, Program Limitations, and Program Exclusions; amendments to §380.301 under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 380, Subchapter C, concerning Client Rights and Responsibilities; amendments to §380.401 under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 380, Subchapter D, concerning Individual Transportation Participant Requirements; and amendments to §§380.501 and 380.502 under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 380, Subchapter E, concerning Standards for Motor Vehicles and Standards for Motor Vehicle Operators. The proposed new rule and amendments were published in the May 2, 2014, issue of the Texas Register. See 39 Tex Reg. 3522. The proposed amendments and new rules define the term “managed transportation organization” and specify requirements of participation in the Medical Transportation Program (MTP) as required by Senate Bill 8, 83rd Legislature, Regular Session, 2013. In addition, the amended rules update references to agencies, delete obsolete citations and definitions, and update language to reflect current policy for the MTP. Written Comments. Written comments on the proposed new rule and amendments to the rules may be submitted to Shannon Pickett, Associate Director, MTP, HHSC, at 1106 Clayton Lane, Suite 439W, Austin, Texas 78723; by fax to 512-706-4997; or by email to shannon.pickett@hhsc.state.tx.us within 30 days of publication of the proposed new rule and amendments in the Texas Register.
Department of State Health Services
May 28, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Austin State Hospital Campus, Building 552, Training Room 125, 4110 Guadalupe Street, Austin
House Bill 3793 Advisory Panel. The Advisory Panel will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call Meeting to Order I. Opening Remarks and Member Introduction II. Meeting Overview and Approval of Minutes from the April 17, 2014 Meeting III. Statutory and Regulatory Update IV. Lunch Break V. Ten Year Plan Update VI. Public Comment VII. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Tamra Boyd, 512/776-2780
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 28, 2014 – 10:00 AM
320 Iwo Jima Blvd, Marine Military Academy Cadet Act. Ctr, Harlingen
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the February 26, 2014 Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee Meeting (vote required). 3. Update on Medicaid/Medicare Dual Demonstration Project. 4. Update on Women's Health Care Programs. 5. Update on the Affordable Care Act. 6. Discussion on Healthy Eating Initiatives. 7. Update on the Community Partner Program. 8. Update on Statewide Advisory Committees a. State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee b. STAR Kids Advisory Committee c. Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee d. STAR+PLUS Quality Council 9. Public Comment. 10. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 11. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Belinda Senteno, 956/421-5576
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 28, 2014 – 11:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed amended rules concerning Medicaid Managed Care. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed amendments to the following sections: §§353.2 and 353.4, under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 353, Subchapter A, concerning General Provisions; §§353.403, 353.407, 353.409, 353.417, and 353.421 under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 353, Subchapter E, concerning Standards for Medicaid Managed Care; §§353.601 and 353.603 under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 353, Subchapter G, concerning STAR+PLUS; §§353.701 and 353.702 under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 353, Subchapter H, concerning Star Health; §353.802 under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 353, Subchapter I, concerning STAR; and §353.909 under Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 353, Subchapter J, concerning Outpatient Pharmacy Services. The proposed amendments were published in the April 25, 2014, issue of the Texas Register. See 39 TexReg 3304. To implement Senate Bill 7, HHSC proposes to amend the rules to specify that STAR+PLUS serves members in all service areas in the state. Consequently, beginning September 1, 2014, individuals who are enrolled in the Community-Based Alternatives, primary home care, or day activity health services programs through Department of Aging and Disability Services, and who qualify for STAR+PLUS will be required to enroll in a STAR+PLUS managed care organization for all of their Medicaid benefits. HHSC further proposes to amend the rules to specify that certain populations will no longer be excluded from being enrolled in STAR+PLUS statewide. Specifically, two populations will be required to enroll in STAR+PLUS: beginning September 1, 2014, adults residing in a community-based Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability (ICF-IID) or receiving services under an ICF-IID 1915(c) waiver will receive acute care Medicaid benefits through STAR+PLUS; and beginning March 1, 2015, adult residents of a nursing facility will receive all Medicaid benefits through STAR+PLUS. Additionally, one population—children residing in a community-based ICF-IID or receiving services under an ICF-IID 1915(c) waiver–may choose to receive acute care Medicaid benefits through STAR+PLUS, but will not be required to do so. HHSC also proposes to amend the rules to specifically exclude certain Medicaid clients from participating in STAR+PLUS, such as children residing in nursing facilities, residents of state supported living centers, and persons enrolled in Programs for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. In connection with the implementation of Senate Bill 7, HHSC proposes rule amendments to: update definitions impacted by the legislative changes; clarify the minimum amount of time a beneficiary has to choose a managed care organization (MCO) or a primary care provider; clarify situations when a member may move from one MCO to another or disenroll from managed care altogether; and clarify that an MCO may not disenroll or transfer certain members who may be disruptive due to their disability as a result of the disruption. Written Comments. Written comments on the proposed amendments to the rule may be submitted to Michelle Erwin, Manager in Program Management, Medicaid/Children's Health Insurance Program Division, HHSC, at 4900 N. Lamar, Austin, TX 78751; by fax to 512-730-7452; or by email to michelle.erwin@hhsc.state.tx.us within 30 days of publication of this proposal in the Texas Register.
5/29/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 29, 2014 – 10:00 AM
701 West 51st St. (DADS, Winters Bldg, Public Hearing Room), Austin
Medicaid Health Information Exchange Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions: a. Vote to elect Vice-Chair (Action Item/Vote Required) b. Vote to approve bylaws (Action Item/Vote Required) c. Proposed 2014 Meeting Schedule 2. Discussion of State Legislative Activities and Federal Developments 3. Discussion of Statewide Health Information Exchange Activities a. Approach to State-Level Consent Management 4. Medicaid Project Updates: a. Medicaid Eligibility and Health Information Services (MEHIS) b. Categories of Sensitive Health Information c. Texas Medicaid Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Program d. Medicaid Clinical Gateway e. How analytics are empowering the EHR Incentive Program 5. Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS): Health IT Update; Health Services Gateway 6. Texas Health IT Regional Extension Center Update: Our Accomplishments and Our Future 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: David Fulton, 512/462-6233
Department of State Health Services
May 29, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Room 1410/1420, 4900 North Lamar, Austin
Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI) and Preventable Adverse Events (PAE) Advisory Panel. The Panel will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Announcements 3. Review of January 17, 2014 meeting minutes 4. HAI/PAE program a. Staffing update b. PAE reporting status update c. HAI reporting data summary (CAUTI specific update also) d. HAI/PAE rule changes/amendments e. Facility HAI data review report f. Status report on Multi-drug Resistant Hepatitis A and CRE reporting g. Status report on Clostridium difficle exceptional item activities 5. Update on Website activities 6. Report on recent training/educational activities 7. Review of items from the last meeting 8. Agenda items for next meeting 9. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: beverly.grace@dshs.state.tx.us
House Appropriations Subcommittee on Articles I, IV & V; and
House Corrections Committee
May 29, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Capitol Extension Bldg., Room E1.030, Austin
The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Articles I, IV and V will hold a joint hearing with the House Corrections Committee to consider the following interim charge: Monitor the administration of the Correctional Managed Health Care system and examine forecasts for short and long-term criminal justice populations and health care cost trends. The subcommittee will hear invited testimony only. Additional Information Contact: Rep. Sylvester Turner, 512/463-0574
House Appropriations Subcommittee on Articles I, IV & V
May 29, 2014 – upon adj.
Capitol Extension Bldg., Room E1.030, Austin
The subcommittee will meet upon adjournment of the joint hearing with the House Corrections Committee to discuss the following interim charge: Examine the status of the state.s information technology (IT) infrastructure, the effectiveness of data center consolidation in reducing IT costs, and the effectiveness of the Department of Information Resources' Cooperative Contracts Program in delivering best value for the state in IT purchases. The subcommittee will hear invited and public testimony. Additional Information Contact: Rep. Sylvester Turner, 512/463-0574
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 29, 2014 – 11:00 AM
340 E. Main St. (Nimitz Hotel Grand Ballroom), Fredericksburg
Draft Texas Health and Human Services Coordinated Strategic Plan and HHS Agencies' strategic plans for 2015-2019 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Review of Strategic Planning Process 3. Public Comment 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Mathilde Flores, 512/424-6984
House Corrections Committee
May 29, 2014 – 12:00 PM
Capitol Extension Bldg., Room E2.010, Austin
The Committee will consider testimony on Interim Charge #1: Study and review the correctional facilities and processes within Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles, and Texas Juvenile Justice Department with emphasis on efficiencies, effectiveness, and recidivism. Examine the existing programmatic approach per facility in the areas of the vocation, education, visitation, rehabilitation, health and mental health services, parole supervision, and reentry initiatives. Evaluate opportunities for partnerships between facilities and private industries to offer education, job training, and potential employment for offenders during incarceration, parole, and final release. The Committee will not consider testimony for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department at this hearing and will consider this agency at a later date. Additional Information Contact: Rep. Tan Parker, 512/463-0688
5/30/2014
Texas Medical Board
May 30, 2014 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Austin
Texas Physician Health Program Hobby Building Governing Board Meeting. 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 March 28, 2014 Board meeting minutes. Agenda Item 2 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding case advisory panels, case reviews, proposed agreement terminations and modifications. Agenda Item 3 Discussion, recommendations and possible action regarding the safety of practicing medicine while taking medications with potentially impairing cognitive effects. Agenda Item 4 Discussion, recommendations and possible action regarding the confidentiality of drug screen results. Agenda Item 5 Discussion, recommendations and possible action regarding data transfer from Access Database to Recovery Trek. Agenda Item 6 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding program operations. Agenda Item 7 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 8 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding TMB Stakeholders Licensure Application and Questionnaire questions 38-42. Agenda Item 9 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding TXPHP outreach activities. Agenda Item 10 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding upcoming Board meetings, member rotation, board vacancy and possible agenda topics. 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
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 30, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Medicaid Fee Review for 124 Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Medicaid Fee Review of 124 Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory Services. The hearing will be held in compliance with Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC also will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medicaid Fee Review of 124 Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory Services are proposed to be effective June 1, 2014. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated to align with 1 TAC §355.8610, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Clinical Laboratory Services. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after May 16, 2014. 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 512-730-7475; or by email at sarah.hambrick@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or 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, Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401 Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475 Email sarah.hambrick@hhsc.state.tx.us . This meeting will be webcast
Department of State Health Services
May 30, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, M2-202 Conference Room, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Promotor(a) or Community Health Worker Training and Certification Advisory Committee Teleconference The Committee will meet in a telephone conference call meeting to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda. Members of the public may access the meeting via conference call 888-312-3048, conference code 8995767, (dial in 5-10 minutes prior to the start of the meeting using the conference phone number and conference code.) Welcome and introductions Approval of minutes Public comment Department of Labor Standard Occupational Classifications Data Community Health Workers (CHWs) Children's Comprehensive Care – Partners for Children's Health: CHWs working as part of interdisciplinary health care team New Mexico: Senate Bill 58 "The Community Health Workers Act" Texas Medicaid Reimbursement for Preventive Services and Community Health Workers CHW Advisory Committee Workgroup Updates Evaluation/Training Program Update Committee Business: -Review and recommend to DSHS applications for certification of training institutions Committee Member Updates New business for consideration at next meeting Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Beatrice Smith, 512/776-2208
Texas Medical Board
May 30, 2014 – 10:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 610, Austin
Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Cease and Desist hearing of Sangeeta Sinha, pursuant to Texas Occupations Code, s165.052(a). 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sandra Carbajal, 512/305-7111
Texas Medical Board
May 30, 2014 – 12:30 PM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 610, Austin
Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Cease and Desist hearing of Imafidon Thomas Izekor pursuant to Texas Occupations Code, s165.052(a). 4. Adjourn.
Additional Information Contact: Sandra Carbajal, 512/305-7111
Texas Medical Board
May 30, 2014 – 01:00 PM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 610, Austin
Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Cease and Desist hearing of Jose Luis Diaz, pursuant to Texas Occupations Code, s165.052(a). 4. Adjourn.
Additional Information Contact: Sandra Carbajal, 512/305-7111
6/2/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 2, 2014 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Brown-Heatly Public Hearing Room), Austin
STAR Kids Managed Care Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Opening Remarks a) Member introductions b) Approve meeting minutes from March 26, 2014 2. Presentation from the Children's Policy Council 3. STAR Kids Screening and Assessment Process a) Overview of draft Request For Proposal materials b) Group discussion 4. Public Comment 5. Determine Meeting Schedule and Priorities for Future Meetings 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kate Volti, 512/462-6275
6/3/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 3, 2014 – 11:00 AM
Various, Various
Draft Texas Health and Human Services Coordinated Strategic Plan and HHS Agencies' Strategic Plans for 2015-2019 Meeting Sites Video conference available at the following locations: Abilene Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), K 106 4601 S. First St., Abilene, TX 79605 Austin Brown-Heatly, 2301 4900 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751 Beaumont Edison Plaza, 9133 350 Pine St.-9th Floor, Beaumont, TX 77701 Corpus Christi Flynn Park Tower, 618 5155 Flynn Parkway, Corpus Christi, TX 78411 Edinburg HHSC, 101 2520 S. Veterans Blvd., Edinburg, TX 78539 El Paso El Paso State Office, R485 401 E. Franklin Ave., El Paso, TX 79901 Grand Prairie HHSC, Lonestar 801 W. Freeway St., Grand Prairie, TX 75051 Houston Elias Ramirez State Office, 2E/F 5425 Polk St., Houston, TX 77023 Lubbock HHSC, 203 6302 Iola Ave., Lubbock, TX 79424 San Antonio HHSC, 2001 11307 Roszell St., San Antonio, TX 78217 Tyler HHSC, 117 302 E. Rieck Rd., Tyler, TX 75703 Agenda items: 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Review of Strategic Planning Process 3. Public Comment 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Mathilde Flores, 512/424-6984
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
June 3, 2014 – 01:00 PM
4900 N. Lamar Blvd. (HHSC Brown-Heatly, Room 1420), Austin
Interagency Task Force for Children with Special Needs 1. Welcome and Introduction 2. Approval of March Meeting Minutes 3. Project Status Presentation and discussion: Trademark Media/SUMA Social Marketing/Texas Parent 2 Parent a. Priority I: Informed and Empowered Parents/Children with Special Needs Web project 4. Project Discussion: Priority II: Crisis Prevention/Intervention a. Timeline b. Staff participation requirements c. Funding 5. Public Comment 6. Discuss Next Potential Action Items and Meeting Dates 7. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: sherry.broberg@hhsc.state.tx.us
6/4/2014
House Committee on Human Services
June 4, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Capitol Extension Bldg., Room E2.030, Austin
The committee will meet to consider invited and public testimony on the following interim charge: Examine crisis resources for individuals with co-occurring mental illness and intellectual/developmental disabilities. Identify strategies to serve individuals with complex behavioral and medical needs in the community. Additional Information Contact: Rep. R. Pena Raymond, 512/463-0558
6/10/14
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.
6/12/2014
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.
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