The following state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between May 6 and May 26.
5/8/2017
Department of State Health Services
May 8, 2017 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, Tower Building, 1100 West 49th
Street, Room 607, Austin
Texas School Health Advisory Committee The Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call meeting to order and introduction of members, staff, and guests. 2. Approval of the agenda for the May 8, 2017 TSHAC meeting. 3. Approval of the minutes from the March 27, 2017 TSHAC meeting. 4. Discussion and possible action regarding Recommendations for Offering Physical Activity Outside of the School Day. 5. Updates from the Texas Education Agency, Texas Department of Agriculture, and Texas Department of State Health Services. 6. Update from the Texas Education Agency regarding Fitnessgram', including discussion and possible action regarding recommendations for coordinated school health related to the Fitnessgram'. 7. Discussion on DSHS school health services resources. 8. Discussion and possible action regarding new Coordinated School Health data websites, agenda topics for local school health advisory council meetings, and the revised TSHAC document revision schedule. 9. Discussion and possible action regarding the next TSHAC meetings on September 11, 2017 and November 13, 2017, including future agenda topics and future TSHAC meeting dates. 10. Public comment. 11. Adjournment. Agenda items may be taken in any order at the discretion of the Presiding Officer. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Committee's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment agenda item. The Presiding Chair may establish and announce limitations on speakers, including time limits and when speakers may address the Committee. The limitations, if any, may vary from meeting to meeting. Additional Information Contact: Crystal Beard, 512/776-7279
5/9/2017
Texas Board of Nursing
May 9, 2017 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Ste. 3-460, Austin
Eligibility and Disciplinary Committee TEXAS BOARD OF NURSING Eligibility and Disciplinary Committee Meeting AGENDA May 9, 2017 I. CALL TO ORDER-8:30 A.M. II. REVIEW OF THE AGENDA III. REVIEW OF THE MINUTES: March 21, 2017, Committee Meeting; March 20, 2017, Emergency Meeting; March 28, 2017, Emergency Meeting; April 17, 2017, 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 AN EXCEPTION TO A PREVIOUS BOARD ORDER. Additional Information Contact: Krystal Mendoza, 512/305-6869
5/10/2017
Department of State Health Services
May 10, 2017 – 09:00 AM
Wyndham Garden Austin, 3401 South IH-35, Austin
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Disaster Emergency Preparedness Committee.
Pediatrics Committee. Injury Prevention Committee. Stroke Committee. Air Medical Committee. May 10-12, full agendas may be found here. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
May 10, 2017 – 01:00 PM
1200 E. Anderson Lane Board Room & Conference Call, Austin
Nursing Field of Study Advisory Committee This meeting will be web-cast through the Coordinating Board's website at: www.thecb.state.tx.us. A G E N D A I. Call to order. Welcome and Roll Call. II. Consideration and approval of minutes from November 3, 2016 meeting. III. Public testimony on agenda items. IV. Discussion and consideration of changes to the Field of Study for Nursing based on public comments received. V. Discussion and consideration of final recommendation for the Field of Study for Nursing. VI. Discussion of timeline for consideration by Coordinating Board for the committee's recommendation for the Field of Study for Nursing. VII. Adjournment. *Committee members and members of the public may attend the meeting in person, or call-in to participate in the conference call at the following Toll Free Dial in Number: 877-873-8017. Access Code: 4198358 Individuals who may require auxiliary aids or services for this meeting should contact Tonia Scaperlanda ADA Coordinator, at 512.427.6193 at least five days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. CERTIFICATION I certify that I have reviewed this document and that it conforms to all applicable Texas Register filing requirements. CERTIFYING OFFICIAL: Bill Franz General Counsel Texas Penal Code Section 46.035(c) states: "A license holder commits an offense if the license holder intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly carries a handgun under the authority of Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code, regardless of whether the handgun is concealed or carried in a shoulder or belt holster, in the room or rooms where a meeting of a governmental entity is held and if the meeting is an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Government Code, and the entity provided notice as required by that chapter." Thus, no person can carry a handgun and enter the room or rooms where a meeting of the THECB is held if the meeting is an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Government Code. Please Note that this governmental meeting is, in the opinion of counsel representing THECB, an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Government Code and THECB is providing notice of this meeting as required by Chapter 551. In addition, please note that the written communication required by Texas Penal Code Sections 30.06 and 30.07, prohibiting both concealed and open carry of handguns by Government Code Chapter 411 licensees, will be posted at the entrances to this governmental meeting. Additional Information Contact: Donna Carlin, 512/427-6241
5/11/2017
Department of State Health Services
May 11, 2017 – 09:00 AM
Wyndham Garden Austin, 3401 South IH-35, Austin
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Education Committee. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Committee. Medical Directors Committee. Trauma Systems Committee. Cardiac Care Committee. May 10-12, full agendas may be found here. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 11, 2017 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee AGENDA: State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee May 11, 2017 9 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Call to order 2. Roll call 3. Welcoming remarks 4. Adoption of October 13, 2016, meeting minutes 5. Discussion of development of a committee strategic plan a. Plan development process b. Plan goal development c. Assign goal development groups 6. Breakout sessions to develop goal strategies and action items 7. Discussion of goal strategies and action items 8. Discussion and adoption of the strategic plan 9. Public comment 10. Adjournment Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Charles Bredwell, 512/462-6337
5/12/2017
Department of State Health Services
May 12, 2017 – 09:00 AM
Wyndham Garden Austin, 3401 South IH-35, Austin
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) May 10-12, full agendas may be found here. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Texas Medical Board
May 12, 2017 – 09:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Room 225, Austin
Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners. 9:30 AM Licensure Committee Agenda Here. 10:00 AM Education Committee Agenda Here. 10:30 AM Full Board Agenda Here. Additional Information Contact: Angel Johnson, 512/305-7051
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 12, 2017 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501), Austin
Board for Evaluation of Interpreters Advisory Committee AGENDA: Board for Evaluation of Interpreters Advisory Committee May 12, 2017 10 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 4501 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Call to order 2. Introductions 3. Health and Human Services (HHS) leadership update 4. Discussion on HHS leadership update 5. Adoption of minutes from the January 13, 2017, meeting 6. Plan presentation for Board for Evaluation of Interpreters Forum at Texas Society of Interpreters for the Deaf Conference 7. Adjourn Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Angela Bryant, 512/407-3269
Texas Medical Board
May 12, 2017 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Room 400D, Austin
Texas Physician Health Program Personnel Committee TEXAS PHYSICIAN HEALTH PROGRAM Hobby Building PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 400D Austin, Texas 78701 BOARD AGENDA Friday, May 12, 2017 10:00 a.m. Agenda item numbers are assigned for ease of reference only and do not necessarily reflect the order of their consideration by the Committee. Call to Order; Roll Call; Welcome Agenda Item 1 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding the appointment to the position of Executive Medical Director, Texas Physician Health Program Agenda Item 2 Adjourn 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 or to hear a complaint or charge against an 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: Joan Howard Allen, 512/305-7462
Texas Board of Nursing
May 12, 2017 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Dr., Austin
Eligibility & Disciplinary Advisory Committee TEXAS BOARD OF NURSING 333 GUADALUPE STREET, SUITE 3-460 AUSTIN, TX 78701 Agenda for Eligibility & Disciplinary Advisory Committee Meeting William P. Hobby Building, Tower III, Room 102 Friday, May 12, 2017- 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order. 2. Review and Approval of the Agenda. 3. Review and Approval of the Meeting Minutes of June 25, 2015. 4. Review of the Board's new charge to the Committee, issued on January 19, 2017. 5. Review and discussion of: the Sunset Commission's adopted recommendations; HB 2950; SB 305; the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact; Board Rule 213.28; and Occupations Code Chapter 53. 6. Review and discussion of the rules/policies related to criminal offenses and licensure of the Texas Medical Board, the Texas Pharmacy Board, and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. 7. Review and discussion of the Board's current Disciplinary Guidelines for Criminal Conduct and discussion from Committee members regarding recommended amendments, including offenses that should be considered for removal from the Guidelines. Additional discussion may include: the nexus to the practice of nursing; consideration of felonies/misdemeanors; moral turpitude; criminal indictments; deferred adjudications/pre-trial diversions; and professional character. 8. Items for Future Agenda. 9. Set Future Meeting Date. 10. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Jena Abel, 512/305-6822
5/15/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 15, 2017 – 01:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Women's Health Advisory Committee AGENDA: Women's Health Advisory Committee May 15, 2017 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Call to order 2. Welcome and opening remarks 3. Adoption of meeting minutes from January 6, 2017 (Vote Required) 4. Updates to Zika virus efforts in Texas 5. Program Updates 6. Public Comment on agenda items 4 and 5 7. Healthy Texas Women Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Application When taking public comment on the Healthy Texas Women Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver application, neither HHSC staff nor the committee members will answer questions beyond those requesting basic clarification. Instead, HHSC will record public comment about the application draft and post a summary of issues and responses on the HHSC website. HHSC will be taking comments on the draft application from May 12, 2017, through June 12, 2017. To obtain free copies of the waiver application, submit comments or receive other information about the application, contact Sallie Allen by mail at Health and Human Services Commission, PO Box 13247, Mail Code H-600, Austin, Texas 78711-3247; by phone at 512-424-6969; by fax at 512-730-7472; or by email at TX_Medicaid_Waivers@hhsc.state.tx.us. 8. Public Comment on agenda item 7 9. Adjourn All public comment will be time-limited per person. Additional Information Contact: Sherlena Boehm, 512/776-2328
5/16/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 16, 2017 – 10:30 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Perinatal Advisory Council AGENDA: Perinatal Advisory Council May 16, 2017 10:30 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Call to order 2. Roll call 3. Approval of the minutes (Meeting on April 4, 2017) 4. Updates from Perinatal Advisory Council Chair 5. Update on Texas Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Utilization Project 6. Lunch 7. Discussion on recommendations from Centers of Excellence for Fetal Diagnostics and Therapy Subcommittee. 8. Updates on Maternal Levels of Care 9. Updates from Department of State Health Services 10. Public comment 11. Dates, times, and locations of remaining 2017 meetings 12. Adjourn Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: David Williams, 512/380-4374
5/17/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 17, 2017 – 9:00am
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Hearing. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comment on proposed Medicaid reimbursement rates for Supported Home Living (SHL), SHL Consumer Directed Services, and SHL Community First Choice in the Home and Community-Based Services (HCS) Waiver Program, and Community Support Services (CSS), CSS Consumer Directed Services, and CSS Community First Choice in the Texas Home Living (TxHmL) Waiver program. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC will broadcast the public hearing. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand. Proposal. HHSC proposes to decrease the rates for SHL, SHL Consumer Directed Services, SHL Community First Choice, CSS, CSS Consumer Directed Services, and CSS Community First Choice. TxHmL is projected to be carved-in to Medicaid managed care under STAR+PLUS effective Sept. 1, 2018, and HCS is projected to be carved-in effective Sept. 1, 2021. Currently, STAR+PLUS covers attendant and habilitation services for individuals with disabilities through STAR+PLUS Community First Choice, including services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). When TxHmL and HCS are carved-in to Medicaid managed care, attendant care and habilitation services will be provided through STAR+PLUS Community First Choice. There will be no difference between individuals receiving additional waiver benefits and those receiving only Community First Choice services with respect to those services. Currently, reimbursement rates for TxHmL CSS and HCS SHL services are higher than the STAR+PLUS Community First Choice rate and the costs of providing these services. In preparation for the managed care carve-ins of these services, HHSC is proposing rates that more closely align them with the STAR+PLUS Community First Choice rate. The reimbursement rates are proposed to be effective July 1, 2017. Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed reimbursement rates will be available at on or after May 5, 2017. Those interested may obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting the HHSC Rate Analysis Department by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email to RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed reimbursement 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, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030 Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special-delivery mail or hand delivery: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751-2316. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401 Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475 Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
State Board of Dental Examiners
May 17, 2017 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Austin
Texas Board of Dental Examiners Dental Laboratory Certification Council TEXAS STATE BOARD OF DENTAL EXAMINERS Dental Laboratory Certification Council Meeting Convenes on May 17, 2017 – 10:00 A.M. – Noon 333 Guadalupe St, Tower 2, Suite 500 Austin, TX 78701 AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER. 2. ROLL CALL. 3. DISCUSSION OF ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSES. 4. LICENSING DIVISION REPORT. 5. LEGISLATIVE UPDATE. 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS. 7. ANNOUNCEMENTS. 8. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: 512/305-9332
5/18/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 18, 2017 – 1:30pm
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Hearing. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC will broadcast the public hearing. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review are proposed to be effective July 1, 2017, for the following services: Allergy Tests, Auditory System Surgery, Cardiovascular Services including Cardiography and Echocardiography, Dialysis, Gastroenterology, Intravenous Treatment including, Chemotherapy, Male Genital System Surgery, Medicine Other, Noninvasive Vascular Diagnostic Studies, Pulmonary Services, Clinical Laboratory Services, Hospital Diagnostic Radiology, Rural Hospital Diagnostic Radiology. Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available at on or after May 4, 2017. 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 RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed reimbursement 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, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030 Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special-delivery mail or hand delivery: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751-2316. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401 Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475 Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 18, 2017 – 1:30pm
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Hearing. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Outpatient Mental Health Services. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC will broadcast the public hearing. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Outpatient Mental Health Services are proposed to be effective July 1, 2017. Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available at on or after May 4, 2017. 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 RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed reimbursement 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, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030 Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special-delivery mail or hand delivery: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751-2316. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401 Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475 Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
5/19/2017
Department of State Health Services
May 19, 2017 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, Central Campus, Moreton Building, Conference Room M-100, 1100, West 49th Street, Austin
Promotor(a) or community health worker (chw) training and certification advisory committee Please check in with Security – someone will escort you to the Conference Room. Members of the public may attend the meeting in person at the address above or access the meeting through conference call and webinar. Register for the webinar at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/414241387407937283 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the webinar. Welcome and introductions Approval of minutes (March 24, 2017) *Action Item Public comment CHW Spotlight: Challenges to Providing Services to Homeless Individuals Outcomes of Community Health Worker-enhanced Services Delivery in an Academic Health Center Promotora Collaborations and Opportunities for Partnership Open Meetings and Public Information Break Utilization of CHWs in Family Planning and Breast and Cervical Cancer Clinics in Texas Advisory Committee Subcommittee Updates Committee Business *Action Item – Review and recommend to DSHS applications for certification of training institutions Program Update Committee Member Sharing With summer just around the corner, what activities do you do to help families have a safe summer New business for consideration at next meeting Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Adriana Flores, 512/776-3860
Texas Medical Disclosure Panel
May 19, 2017 – 10:30 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, Exchange Building, Room N218, 8407 Wall Street, Austin
The Panel will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order I. Introduction of members and guests. II. Approval of minutes from the January 27, 2017 meeting. III. Update and possible action regarding study on readability levels of consent forms/lists. IV. Review and discussion of comments received regarding proposed changes to Chapter 601 and possible approval to publish as adopted. V. Review, discussion and action related to email received from Texas Children's Hospital regarding the anesthesia consent form. VI. Review, discussion and action related to FAQs regarding consent by CRNAs and PICC Line RNs. VII. Review, discussion and possible action related to updates of Sections 601.2-601.3. a. (m) Nervous system treatments and procedures b. (b) Cardiovascular system c. (h) Hematic and lymphatic system VIII. Public Comment. IX. Next meeting date. X. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Pamela Adams, 512/370-1300
5/24/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 24, 2017 – 9:00am
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Hearing. Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy provided by Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities/Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities (CORF/ORF), Home Health Agencies (HHA), and Independent Therapists. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC will broadcast the public hearing. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand. Proposal. The payment rates for the Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy provided by CORF/ORF, HHA, and Independent Therapists are proposed to be effective July 1, 2017. Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available at on or after May 10, 2017. 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 RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed reimbursement 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, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030 Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special-delivery mail or hand delivery: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751-2316. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401 Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475 Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us