The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between November 12 and December 2.
11/14/2016
Texas Board of Nursing
November 14, 2016 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Ste. 3-460, Austin
Texas board of nursing eligibility and disciplinary committee meeting agenda November 14, 2016 1. Call to order – 8:30 am 2. Review of the agenda 3. The texas board of nursing will meet to consider and take action on the following: A. Consideration of temporary suspension of registered nurse license B. Consideration of temporary suspension of registered nurse license c. Consideration of temporary suspension of registered nurse license. D. Consideration of temporary suspension of vocational nurse license e. Consideration of temporary suspension of registered nurse license. Additional Information Contact: Krystal Mendoza, 512/305-6869
Department of State Health Services
November 14, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, Tower Building, Room 607, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Texas School Health Advisory Committee (TSHAC) The Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call meeting to order, and introduction of members and guests. 2. Approve minutes of the September 12, 2016 TSHAC meeting. 3. Discussion and possible action regarding research and recommendations on health issues and parent involvement. 4. Discussion and possible action regarding recommendations on sleep and late school starts. 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 previous TSHAC recommendations related to the Fitnessgram'. 7. Discussion and possible action regarding new Coordinated School Health data websites, agenda topics for local school health advisory committee meetings, the revised TSHAC document revision schedule, and the TSHAC annual report. 8. Discussion and possible action regarding the next TSHAC meeting on January 9, 2017, including future agenda topics and future TSHAC meeting dates. 9. Public comment. 10. 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
Statewide Health Coordinating Council
November 14, 2016 – 03:00 PM
Department of State Health Services, Moreton Bldg, 1100 West 49th Street, Room M-643, Austin
Texas Center for Nursing Workforce Studies (TCNWS) Advisory Committee The Committee will meet via teleconference to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call-in Number: 1-646-749-3122 Participant Passcode: 711-929-525 https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/711929525 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Establish Quorum and Approval of Excused Absences 3. Review of November 14, 2016 Agenda 4. The following items are for discussion and possible action: a) Approval of Minutes of October 12, 2016 Meeting b) Workplace Violence Against Nurses Study Report 5. Public Comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Pam Lauer, 512/776-6723
11/15/2016
Texas Medical Board
November 15, 2016 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Rd, Tower 2, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Medical Radiologic Technology Licensure Committee 1.Call to order and roll call. 2.Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding applicants appearing concerning eligibility. 3. Discussion, recommendation and possible action regarding proposed orders offered by the Executive Director. 4.Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Angel Johnson, 512/305-8099
State Board of Dental Examiners
November 15, 2016 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Austin
Blue Ribbon Panel Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Blue Ribbon Panel Advisory Committee Agenda 1. Call To Order. 2. Roll Call. 3. Public Comment. 4. Review And Discussion: A. Phase Three Spreadsheet of De-Identified Data B. Legislative Report C. Future Direction to Staff D. Other 5. Announcements. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Amanda LaFuente, 512/305-9332
Texas Medical Board
November 15, 2016 – 11:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Rd, Tower 2, Room 225, Austin
Texas Board of Medical Radiologic Technology Full Board 1.Full Board call to order and roll call. 2.Board Member Report. 3.Executive Director's Report. Interim Executive Director Building badges Email 4.Medical Director Report. 5.Consideration and possible action regarding pending litigation. 6.Discussion, recommendation and possible action regarding proposed orders/remedial plans offered by the Executive Director. 7.Review, discussion, and possible action regarding selected files and cases. Investigation Department Litigation Department 8.Consideration and approval of Modification Request/Termination Request Orders. 9.Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding Agreed Orders. 10.Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding Remedial Plans. Agenda item #11 at 11:30 a.m. 11.Open forum for public comments. 12.Consideration and Approval of the September 20, 2016 Board Meeting minutes. 13.Committee reports and the consideration and approval of minutes and action items of committees meeting during the board meeting. 14.Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Angel Johnson, 512/305-8099
11/16/2016
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
November 16, 2016 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 2 Room 500, Austin
Texas Board Of Chiropractic Examiners Enforcement Committee Meeting. The Enforcement Committee of the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners will consider and act on matters within the jurisdiction of the Committee which are listed on the agenda. The Committee may meet from time to time in Executive Session with respect to the above items as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code. 1. ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE BUSINESS. 1.1 Consideration of Pending Complaints (including cases recommended for closure). 1.2 Consideration of Requests to Expunge. 1.3 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning business, activities or issues. 1.4 To vote on the continuation of delegation of staff review for certain violations and staff informal conferences. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Mary Feys, Administrative Assistant IV, Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners, 512-305-6901.
Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Oversight Committee
November 16, 2016 – 10:00 AM
1400 N. Congress Avenue, Extension Rm. E1.012, Austin
Oversight Committee. The Oversight Committee may discuss or take action regarding any item on this agenda, and as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq., may meet in closed session concerning any purpose permitted by the Act. Anyone wishing to offer public comments must notify the Chief Executive Officer in writing prior to the start of the meeting. The Committee may limit the time a member of the public may speak. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call/Excused Absences 3. Adoption of Minutes from the August 17, 2016 and September 14, 2016 meetings 4. Public Comment 5. Grantee Presentation 6. Chief Executive Officer Report 7. Chief Scientific Officer Report and Grant Award Recommendations 8. Chief Product Development Officer Report and Grant Award Recommendations 9. Chief Prevention and Communications Officer Report 10. Scientific Research and Prevention Program Committee Appointments 11. FY 2017 Program Priorities 12. Internal Auditor Report FY 2016 Internal Audit Annual Report 13. Amendments to 25 T.A.C. Chapters 701 – 703 Final Order Approving Amendments to Chapters 701 – 703 Proposed Amendments to Chapter 703 and Authorization to Publish in Texas Register 14. Plan for Management of Royalty/Equity Portfolio 15. Contract Approvals CSRA Inc. Contract Amendment Outside Legal Services 16. Chief Operating Officer Report 17. Chief Compliance Officer Report 18. Subcommittee Business 19. Compliance Investigation Pursuant to Health & Safety Code – 102.2631 20. Consultation with General Counsel 21. Future Meeting Dates and Agenda Items 22. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kristen Doyle, 512/463-3190
Department of State Health Services
November 16, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Texas Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, Room M-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response The Taskforce will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order – Commissioner John Hellerstedt, M.D. 1. Review and Approval of Minutes – May 6 and August 8, 2016, Meetings* – Task Force Members 2. Zika Update – Dr. Hellerstedt 3. Review and Approval of Task Force Report* – Task Force Members 4. Emerging Issues in Infectious Disease – Dr. Peter Hotez 5. Influenza in Texas – Imelda Garcia 6. Planning and Discussion of Future Meeting Topics* – Task Force Members 7. Public Comment Adjourn – Dr. Hellerstedt * Denotes possible action items. Additional Information Contact: Rachael Hendrickson, 512/776-2370
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 16, 2016 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medical Policy Review of Respiratory Equipment and Supplies. Hearing. 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 Respiratory Equipment and Supplies. 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. The hearing will be recorded and is available to the public for purchase. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Respiratory Equipment and Supplies are proposed to be effective Jan. 1, 2017. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 Texas Administrative Code: §355.8021, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for home health services and durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies; and§355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available on or after Nov. 3, 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 512-730-7475; 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 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 16, 2016 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Special Review of Ambulatory Surgical Centers and Hospital Ambulatory Surgical Centers. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Special Review of Ambulatory Surgical Centers and Hospital Ambulatory Surgical Centers. 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. The hearing will be recorded and is available to the public for purchase. Proposal. The payment rates for the Special Review of Ambulatory Surgical Centers and Hospital Ambulatory Surgical Centers are proposed to be effective Jan. 1, 2017. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 Texas Administrative Code §355.8121, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Ambulatory Surgical Centers and Hospital Ambulatory Surgical Centers. Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available on or after Nov. 3, 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 512-730-7475; 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 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 16, 2016 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medical Policy Review of Outpatient Behavioral Health. Hearing. 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 Behavioral Health. 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. The hearing will be recorded and is available to the public for purchase. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Outpatient Behavioral Health are proposed to be effective Jan. 1, 2017. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 Texas Administrative Code: §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; §355.8091, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Master Social Worker-Advanced Clinical Practitioners, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available on or after Nov. 3, 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 16, 2016 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review. Hearing. 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. The hearing will be recorded and is available to the public for purchase. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review are proposed to be effective Jan. 1, 2017, for the following services: Combination Type of Service 1-2-I-T (Medical Services, Surgery, and Interpretation and Technical Components), Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives (Devices only), Medical Nutrition Therapy. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 Texas Administrative Code: §355.8021, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for home health services and durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies; §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps); §355.8581, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Family Planning Services; and §355.8641, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for the Women's Health Program. Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available on or after Nov. 3, 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 16, 2016 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Indian Health Services. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for Indian 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. The hearing will be recorded and is available to the public for purchase. Proposal. The payment rate for Indian Health Services is proposed to be effective Jan. 1, 2016. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 Texas Administrative Code §355.8620, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Services Provided in Indian Health Service and Tribal Facilities. Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available on or after Nov. 3, 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 16, 2016 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medical Policy Review of Dental Rehabilitation and Restoration in an Ambulatory Surgical Center and Hospital Ambulatory Surgical Center. Hearing. 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 Dental Rehabilitation and Restoration in an Ambulatory Surgical Center and Hospital Ambulatory Surgical Center. 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. The hearing will be recorded and is available to the public for purchase. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Dental Rehabilitation and Restoration in an Ambulatory Surgical Center and Hospital Ambulatory Surgical Center are proposed to be effective Jan. 1, 2017. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 Texas Administrative Code §355.8121[O(1] , which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Ambulatory Surgical Centers. Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available on or after Nov. 3, 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 16, 2016 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medical Policy Review of Microsurgery. Hearing. 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 Microsurgery. 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. The hearing will be recorded and is available to the public for purchase. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Microsurgery are proposed to be effective Jan. 1, 2017. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 Texas Administrative Code: §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available on or after Nov. 3, 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 16, 2016 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medical Policy Review of Human Donor Milk. Hearing. 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 Human Donor Milk. 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. The hearing will be recorded and is available to the public for purchase. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Human Donor Milk are proposed to be effective March 1, 2017. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 Texas Administrative Code §355.8052, which addresses inpatient hospital reimbursement. Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available on or after Nov. 3, 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 16, 2016 – 01:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the First and Second Quarter 2016 Healthcare Common Procedures Coding System Updates. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the First and Second Quarter 2016 Healthcare Common Procedures Coding System (HCPCS) Updates. 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. The hearing will be recorded and is available to the public for purchase. Proposal. The payment rates for the First and Second 2016 HCPCS Updates are proposed to be effective Jan. 1, 2017. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 Texas Administrative Code: §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package (link is external) describing the proposed payment rates will be available on or after Nov. 3, 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 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public 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, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax: Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 16, 2016 – 06:00 PM
Webinar
STAR Kids Q&A Webinar. If you or your child recently transitioned into the STAR Kids Managed Care Program, you are invited to ask questions during this webinar. Click here to register. STAR Kids provides Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities 20 years of age and younger who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income and Medicare, receive services through the Medicaid Buy-in for Children, live in a community-based intermediate care facility (ICF/IID) or nursing facility, or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living, Youth Empowerment Services. Email questions about this webinar to Managed_Care_Initiatives@hhsc.state.tx.us.
11/17/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 17, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Health and Human Services Commission Executive Council. The Council meeting can be viewed live and on demand via streaming internet. The link to view the council meeting is http://texashhsc.swagit.com/live/. 1. Welcome and opening remarks Update on HHS Transformation, STAR Kids, Zika and Child Protective Services 2. Proposed rules* a. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes new s354.2361, in Title 1 Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Part 15, Chapter 354, Medicaid Health Services, Subchapter J, Division 7, concerning the Health Insurance Premium Payment (HIPP) program b. HHSC proposes amendments to s354.1432, in Title 1 TAC, Part 15, Chapter 354, Medicaid Health Services, Subchapter A, Division 33, concerning Telemedicine and Telehealth Benefits and Limitations c. HHSC proposes amendments to certain sections in Title 1 TAC, Part 15, Chapter 354, Medicaid Health Services, and Chapter 355, Reimbursement Rates, concerning Terminology and Reference Updates d. HHSC proposes amendments to s355.8061 in Title 1 TAC, Part 15, Chapter 355, Reimbursement Rates, Subchapter J, Division 4, concerning Outpatient Hospital Reimbursement e. HHSC proposes new sections, in Title 1 TAC, Part 15, Chapter 377, concerning Children's Advocacy Programs f. The Department of State Health Services proposes amendments to '96.101, 96.201 – s96.203, and 96.401, in Title 25 TAC, Part 1, Chapter 96, concerning Bloodborne Pathogen Control g. The Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) proposes amendments to s700.516, in Title 40 TAC, Part 19, Chapter 700, Child Protective Services, Subchapter E, Division, 1, concerning Intake, Investigation, and Assessment h. DFPS proposes amendments to certain sections in Title 40 TAC, Part 19, Chapter 747, Minimum Standards for Child-Care Homes, concerning Comprehensive Review i. The Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) proposes amendments to certain sections and the repeal of a section in Title 40 TAC, Part 1, Chapter 85, Implementation of the Older Americans Act; and new Chapter 88, State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, concerning the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program j. DADS proposes amendments to certain sections of Title 40 TAC, Part 1, Chapter 15, Licensing Standards for Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers; Chapter 90, Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability or Related Conditions; Chapter 97, Licensing Standards for Home and Community Support Services Agencies; and Chapter 98, Adult Day Care and Day Activity and Health Services Requirements, concerning Change of Ownership k. DADS proposes amendments to certain sections in Title 40 TAC, Part 1, Chapter 19, Nursing Facility Requirements for Licensure and Medicaid Certification, and 40 TAC Chapter 92, Licensing Standards for Assisted Living Facilities, concerning the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program and Change of Ownership for Nursing Facilities and Assisted Living Facilities l. DADS proposes new sections, amendments, and repeals to certain sections in Title 40 TAC, Part 1, Chapter 19, Nursing Facility Requirements for Licensure and Medicaid Certification, concerning Nursing Facility Habilitation Specialized Services m. DADS proposes amendments to certain sections of Title 40 TAC, Part 1, Chapter 99, Denial or Refusal of License, concerning Denial or Refusal to Renew a License 3. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on these agenda items. The HHSC Executive Council will only review items listed on the agenda. Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Government and Stakeholder Relations, Health and Human Services Commission, (512) 487-3300. This meeting is open to the public. No reservations are required, and there is no cost to attend this meeting. People with disabilities who wish to attend the meeting and require auxiliary aids or services should contact Government and Stakeholder Relations 512-487-3300 at least 72 hours before the meeting so appropriate arrangements can be made. Additional Information Contact: 512/487-3300
State Board of Dental Examiners
November 17, 2016 – 01:00 PM
333 Guadalupe, Austin
Licensing Committee Agenda 1. Call To Order. 2. Roll Call. 3. Presentation – Central Regional Dental Testing Service (Crdts). 4. Discussion And Review Of Applicable Laws And Rules. 5. Discussion Of Staff's Recommended Application Denials. 5.1. Application 2017q1rda1. 5.2.Application 2017q1rda2. 6. Licensing Division Update. 7. Public Comments. 8. Announcements. 9. Adjourn. *The member of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners presiding over the meeting noticed herein will be physically present at the meeting location. Other members of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners may participate in the meeting through videoconferencing technology, pursuant to Section 551.127(c) of the Texas Government Code, and other applicable laws. Additional Information Contact: Amanda LaFuente, 512/305-9332
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 17, 2016 – 01:00 PM
701 West 51st St., Health and Human Services Commission, John H. Winters Building, Public Hearing Room 125, Austin
e-Health Advisory Committee 1. Call to order and logistics 2. Welcome 3. Introductions 4. Health and Human Services (HHS) e-Health Advisory Committee a. Committee role b. Review of bylaws c. Member terms d. Officer election process 5. Meeting guiding factors 6. HHS Ethics Training Presentation 7. Open Meetings Act Presentation 8. Office of e-Health Coordination Draft Interoperability Report Presentation 9. Public comment 10. Next meeting planning 11. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Adriana Rhames, 512/491-5557
11/18/2016
State Board of Dental Examiners
November 18, 2016 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Austin
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Board Meeting convenes on November 18, 2016, 8:30 a.m. – conclusion 333 Guadalupe st, tower 2, suite 225 health professions council conference room Austin, TX 78701 agenda 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Discussion and review of minutes from the august 12, 2016, board meeting. 4. Discussion and review of minutes fro the august 31, 2016, board meeting. 5. Discussion and action on cases heard before the state office of administrative hearings (soah). 6. Discussion and action on proposed case resolutions. 6.1. Agreed settlement orders. 6.2. Remedial plans. 6.3. Consent orders. 6.4. Modification orders. 6.5. Staff recommendations of dismissal. 7. Presiding officer report. 8. Discussion and action concerning committees and committee reports. 9. Agency activity reports. 10. Public comment 11. Miscellaneous reports. 12. Discussion and action on rules. 13. Announcements. 14. Adjourn. Executive session: The board reserves the right to conduct a closed meeting to discuss any posted agenda items as authorized by law. Specifically, the board may enter executive session to conduct a private consultation with its attorney to seek advice about pending or contemplated litigation or a settlement offer, pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code. Additional Information Contact: Amanda LaFuente, 512/305-9332
Executive Council of Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy Examiners
November 18, 2016 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Ste. 2-500, Austin
Executive Council Of Physical Therapy And Occupational Therapy Examiners Agenda Called Meeting
I. Call to order. II. Public comment. III. Approval of minutes of August 26, 2016 Executive Council meeting. IV. Discussion and possible action on Executive Director's Report concerning fiscal and budgetary matters, performance measures, ongoing projects, agency personnel matters, status of Sunset review of the agency and boards, and other agency business. V. Executive Session pursuant to s551.074 of the Government Code, regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Executive Director of the Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners. VI. Return to open meeting for discussion and possible action regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of the Executive Director of the Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners. VII. Discussion and possible action on a rule amendment proposed by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners as follows: s372.1, Provision of Services; and new rule s374.5, Licensure of Persons with Criminal Convictions. VIII. Review and possible action on rule amendments proposed by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners as follows: s341.3, Qualifying Continuing Competence Activities; and s346.6. License Restoration. IX. Presiding Officer's Report. X. Discussion and possible action on scheduling future Executive Council meeting dates, and items for future consideration. XI. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Randall Gline, 512/305-6900
Texas Medical Board
November 18, 2016 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Suite 400A, Austin
AGENDA Friday, November 18, 2016 9:00 a.m. Agenda item numbers are assigned for ease of reference only and do not necessarily reflect the order of their consideration by the Board. Call to Order; Roll Call; Welcome Agenda Item 1 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding August 12, 2016 Board meeting minutes and September 16, 2016 Personnel Committee 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 program operations a) Report on program enrollment to date, program performance, program operations, program policies, third party drug screening contractor update b) Legislative/Sunset Advisory Commission update, Sunset Advisory Commission staff report, TXPHP response to staff report, future action in response to unaddressed issues c) Outreach update d) Budget update, expenditure of year end surplus funds e) Personnel update f) Legal update Agenda Item 4 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding outside drug screening process Agenda Item 5 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding nominees for vacant TXPHP Governing Board position to be filled by a doctor of osteopathic medicine Agenda Item 6 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding employee grievance heard by the Personnel Committee on September 16, 2016 Agenda Item 7 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding scheduling, procedures, and upcoming Board meetings, member rotation, and possible agenda topics Agenda Item 8 Open forum for public comments Agenda Item 9 Adjourn Executive Session The Board may close the meeting to the public and continue in executive session for any of the reasons set forth in Texas Government Code Chapter 551 governing open meetings, including, but not limited to: 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: Joan Howard Allen, 512/305-7462
Department of State Health Services
November 18, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, DSHS Central Office, Moreton Building, Conference Room M-204,, 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 webinar. Register for the webinar at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5928072294561937922 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the webinar. Welcome and introductions Approval of minutes (September 23, 2016) *Action Item Public comment CHW Spotlight: CHWs Within Faith-Based Communities 2016 Summer/Fall Zika Awareness and Prevention: CHW Training Update Medicaid Managed Care Quality Improvement Activities Advisory Committee Workgroups Updates Committee Vacancies and Solicitation Process Committee Business – Approve 2017 Meeting Dates and Location *Action Item – Approve Committee Activities for 2016 Annual Report *Action Item – Review and recommend to DSHS applications for certification of training institutions *Action Item Program Update Committee Member Sharing: What do you feel are the three most important aspects needed to be an effective member of the CHW Advisory Committee New business for consideration at next meeting Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Beatrice Smith, 512/776-2208
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 18, 2016 – 12:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room 3501, Austin
Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Day Habilitation and Employment Services Subcommittee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and adopt October 4, 2016, Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) System Redesign Advisory Committee and the Day Habilitation and Employment Services Subcommittee meeting minutes 3. Presentation from Bluebonnet Trails Community Services 4. Home and community-based services settings update 5. Continuation of room and board and personal spending policies pertaining to IDD services 6. Discuss subcommittee goals and priorities for 2017 7. Review agenda and action items for next meeting 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sallie Allen, 512/424-6969
Department of State Health Services
November 18, 2016 – 04:00 PM
Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center, 650 South Griffin St, Dallas
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Advanced Practice Paramedic Task Force The Task Force will have a joint meeting of Medical Directors, Education, and EMS Committees. Call to Order/Roll Call – Sharon Malone, MD, Task Force Chair Call to Order/Roll Call – Jeff Beeson, DO, Medical Director Committee Chair Call to Order/Roll Call – Jodie Harbert, Education Committee Chair Call to Order/Roll Call – Dudley Wait, EMS Committee Chair Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Continue to identify elements required for the Community Health Paramedic program. General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at discretion of Task Force and Committee Chairpersons) Summary for GETAC meeting report Committees Members Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
11/19/2016
Department of State Health Services
November 19, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Union Station Special Events/Conference Center, 400 South Houston Street, Dallas
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Disaster Emergency Preparedness Committee Call to Order/Roll Call Reading of the GETAC Vision and Mission Statements GETAC Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System for a healthy and safe Texas. GETAC Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive data driven Emergency Healthcare System that will meet the needs of all patients and will raise the standards for high quality community health care by implementing innovative techniques and accountable systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Discussion and possible action on the following items: Review and Approval of August 24, 2016 Meeting Minutes Chair 1. Review the following objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System and report suggested revisions, updates and strategies for implementation to GETAC for immediate review by the Council on November 21st, 2016: Clinical Care objectives a. Identify high priority clinical areas for dissemination of current information, standards, and opportunities for education b. Advocate for the designation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an essential public service c. Reduce time from onset of illness/injury to definitive care d. Deliver the highest quality care across the continuum of the Emergency Healthcare System e. Utilize evidence-based / best practice metrics to assess all elements of the Emergency Healthcare System Performance Improvement objectives a. Reduce the disability and mortality from time sensitive medical conditions in the state of Texas b. Develop comprehensive processes to enhance performance improvement of Emergency Healthcare Systems Emergency Preparedness objectives a. Develop a comprehensive disaster/mass casualty preparedness contingency plan for Texas b. Integrate the resources that will address the needs of age extreme populations in all disaster preparedness planning c. Integrate Emergency healthcare System elements which are functional and operational in the context of local, regional, and statewide preparedness plans 2. Workgroup Reports: A. Texas Disaster Medical System (TDMS) – a. TDMS Mass Fatality Management report B. Emergency Medical Task Force (EMTF) report – a. Infectious Disease Response Unit (IDRU) C. Hospital Preparedness/Acute Care Working Group 3. Progress on the Texas Hospital Association's adoption of Plain Language Emergency Codes 4. Update on the effort to develop a Texas bleeding control coalition website and training regimen by the Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council. This effort is centered around the Hartford Consensus III and the Stop the Bleed Coalition and relates to the empowering of the public to serve as first responders in mass causality and active shooter events 5. Regional Health and Medical Operations Centers (RHMOCs) 6. Identify 2017 priorities for the Disaster Emergency Preparedness Committee General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next meeting date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
November 19, 2016 – 10:30 AM
Union Station Special Events/Conference Center, 400 South Houston Street, Dallas
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Pediatrics Committee Call to Order/Roll Call Reading of the GETAC Vision and Mission Statements GETAC Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System for a healthy and safe Texas. GETAC Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive data driven Emergency Healthcare System that will meet the needs of all patients and will raise the standards for high quality community health care by implementing innovative techniques and accountable systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Review and Approval of August 24, 2016 Meeting Minutes Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review the following objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System and report suggested revisions, updates and strategies for implementation to GETAC for immediate review by the Council on November 21st, 2016: Clinical Care objectives a. Identify high priority clinical areas for dissemination of current information, standards, and opportunities for education b. Advocate for the designation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an essential public service c. Reduce time from onset of illness / injury to definitive care d. Deliver the highest quality care across the continuum of the Emergency Healthcare System e. Utilize evidence-based / best practice metrics to assess all elements of the Emergency Healthcare System Performance Improvement objectives a. Reduce the disability and mortality from time sensitive medical conditions in the state of Texas b. Develop comprehensive processes to enhance performance improvement of Emergency Healthcare Systems 2. Committee liaison reports: A. Air Medical B. EMS C. Education D. Injury Prevention E. Medical Directors F. Stroke G. Trauma Systems H. Regional Advisory Council chairs I. Disaster planning 3. Update on Child Fatality Review state activities 4. National Pediatric Readiness Project activities update 5. Update from the Texas EMS & Trauma Registries regarding submersion injury reporting 6. Update on the Pediatric Facility Recognition Program, including state process and national quality improvement collaborative activities 7. EMS for Children State Partnership update 8. Update on the planned merge of the EMS for Children State Partnership Advisory Committee with the GETAC Pediatrics Committee, scheduled as follows: February, 2017: GETAC Pediatrics Committee meets from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM on regularly scheduled Wednesday. The EMSC Advisory Council (EAC) meets in a pop-off room from 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM on same day. Actual calendar date still to be determined by DSHS; May, 2017: EMSC Advisory Council meets from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM instead of the GETAC Pediatrics Committee meeting. The Pediatrics Committee is not scheduled to meet. Actual calendar date still to be determined by DSHS; August, 2017: GETAC Pediatrics Committee meets from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM on regularly scheduled day. Actual calendar date still to be determined by DSHS. The EAC will hold a five hour retreat the day before this meeting from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM; November, 2017: The EAC meets from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM on Saturday, in conjunction with the Texas EMS Conference in Dallas. The Pediatrics Committee is not scheduled to meet. Actual calendar date still to be determined by DSHS 9. EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center update www.EMSCimprovement.center 10. Chair comments regarding future meeting in February of 2017, new membership, and new chairperson General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next meeting date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
November 19, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Union Station Special Events/Conference Center, 400 South Houston Street, Dallas
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Injury Prevention Committee Call to Order/Roll Call Reading of the GETAC Vision and Mission Statements GETAC Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System for a healthy and safe Texas. GETAC Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive data driven Emergency Healthcare System that will meet the needs of all patients and will raise the standards for high quality community health care by implementing innovative techniques and accountable systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Approval of Minutes from August 24, 2016 and working group meetings Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review the following objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System and report suggested revisions, updates and strategies for implementation to GETAC for immediate review by the Council on November 21st, 2016: Clinical Elements: Prevention objectives a. Identify opportunities to reduce the burden of injury, stroke and cardiac disease within the state of Texas b. Incorporate safety and injury prevention into the fabric of organizational culture and operations c. Enhance the knowledge and skills of the Texas injury prevention workforce d. Provide access to best practice injury prevention strategies to increase an individual's capacity for a safe and healthy lifestyle in Texas Clinical Care objectives a. Identify high priority clinical areas for dissemination of current information, standards, and opportunities for education b. Advocate for the designation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an essential public service c. Reduce time from onset of illness/injury to definitive care d. Deliver the highest quality care across the continuum of the Emergency Healthcare System e. Utilize evidence-based / best practice metrics to assess all elements of the Emergency Healthcare System Performance Improvement objectives a. Reduce the disability and mortality from time sensitive medical conditions in the state of Texas b. Develop comprehensive processes to enhance performance improvement of Emergency Healthcare Systems System Support: Public Education objectives a. Promote public awareness of the Emergency Healthcare System, including the appropriate use of these resources b. Explore new techniques and technologies for providing interactive, collaborative, targeted public education 2. Evidence-Based Distracted Driving Prevention Fact sheet 3. Evidence-Based Childhood Drowning Prevention Fact Sheet 4. Position statement regarding childhood drowning prevention 5. How to Use Guide' for Hospital-Based Injury Prevention Components document 6. Evaluation of Hospital-Based Injury Prevention Components document 7. Emergency Medical Services for Children Update 8. Scheduling of 2017 meetings General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's Discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next meeting date Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
November 19, 2016 – 02:30 PM
Union Station Special Events/Conference Center, 400 South Houston Street, Dallas
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Stroke Committee Call to Order/Roll Call Reading of the GETAC Vision and Mission Statements GETAC Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System for a healthy and safe Texas. GETAC Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive data driven Emergency Healthcare System that will meet the needs of all patients and will raise the standards for high quality community health care by implementing innovative techniques and accountable systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Review and Approval of August 24, 2016 Meeting Minutes Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review the following objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System and report suggested revisions, updates and strategies for implementation to GETAC for immediate review by the Council on November 21st, 2016: Clinical Elements: Prevention objective a. Provide evidence-based, culturally appropriate strategies for the identification and mitigation of risk factors for heart disease and stroke Clinical Care objectives a. Identify high priority clinical areas for dissemination of current information, standards, and opportunities for education b. Advocate for the designation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an essential public service c. Reduce time from onset of illness / injury to definitive care d. Deliver the highest quality care across the continuum of the Emergency Healthcare System e. Utilize evidence-based / best practice metrics to assess all elements of the Emergency Healthcare System Performance Improvement objectives a. Reduce the disability and mortality from time sensitive medical conditions in the state of Texas b. Develop comprehensive processes to enhance performance improvement of Emergency Healthcare Systems 2. Report on the Stroke Education Program Workgroup activities 3. Report from the Transport Bypass Protocol Workgroup 4. Update from the Data Committee Workgroup regarding National EMS Information System data points and/or elements recommended for possible state assessment 5. Update form the Texas heart Attacks and Stroke Data Collective Initiative 6. Report and update from the Texas Council on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke 7. Report regarding tissue plasminogen activator (commonly abbreviated as tPA) administration data project from the Southeast Texas Trauma Regional Advisory Council 8. Proposed inclusion of freestanding emergency room departments into stroke transport plans General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next meeting date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
November 19, 2016 – 04:00 PM
Union Station Special Events/Conference Center, 400 South Houston Street, Dallas
Air Medical Committee Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order/Roll Call Reading of the GETAC Vision and Mission Statements GETAC Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System for a healthy and safe Texas. GETAC Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive data driven Emergency Healthcare System that will meet the needs of all patients and will raise the standards for high quality community health care by implementing innovative techniques and accountable systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Introduction of new members and expressions of gratitude for outgoing members Review and Approval of May 11, 2016 Meeting Minutes Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review the following objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System and report suggested revisions, updates and strategies for implementation to GETAC for immediate review by the Council on November 21st, 2016: Clinical Care objectives a. Identify high priority clinical areas for dissemination of current information, standards, and opportunities for education b. Advocate for the designation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an essential public service c. Reduce time from onset of illness/injury to definitive care d. Deliver the highest quality care across the continuum of the Emergency Healthcare System e. Utilize evidence-based / best practice metrics to assess all elements of the Emergency Healthcare System Performance Improvement objectives a. Reduce the disability and mortality from time sensitive medical conditions in the state of Texas b. Develop comprehensive processes to enhance performance improvement of Emergency Healthcare Systems 2. Inclusion of air medical quality and performance measures and potential process for inclusion in Regional Advisory Councils (RACs) across the state: a. Ideas for what might be included for future improvement in performance and patient care b. How to determine which RACs air medical programs should be included c. Review of information submitted from RACs d. How to encourage RAC participation 3. Possible creation of committee orientation for new committee members: a. History of committee b. Past committee projects/accomplishments c. Current committee affairs 3. Drone issues: a. Sightings b. General public education regarding drone safety 4. Reports from Air Medical Committee members assigned to other committee meetings, assign members to attend other committee meetings, as needed 5. Disaster planning General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next meeting date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
11/20/2016
Department of State Health Services
November 20, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Hyatt Regency Dallas, 300 Reunion Boulevard, Dallas
Education Committee Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order/Roll Call Reading of the GETAC Vision and Mission Statements GETAC Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System for a healthy and safe Texas. GETAC Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive data driven Emergency Healthcare System that will meet the needs of all patients and will raise the standards for high quality community health care by implementing innovative techniques and accountable systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Discussion and possible action on the following items: Review and approval of August 25, 2016 Meeting Minutes 1. Review the following objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System and report suggested revisions, updates and strategies for implementation to GETAC for immediate review by the Council on November 21st, 2016: Clinical Care objectives a. Identify high priority clinical areas for dissemination of current information, standards, and opportunities for education b. Advocate for the designation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an essential public service c. Reduce time from onset of illness/injury to definitive care d. Deliver the highest quality care across the continuum of the Emergency Healthcare System e. Utilize evidence-based / best practice metrics to assess all elements of the Emergency Healthcare System Performance Improvement objectives a. Reduce the disability and mortality from time sensitive medical conditions in the state of Texas b. Develop comprehensive processes to enhance performance improvement of Emergency Healthcare Systems 2. Review progress on the Texas effort, as based on the Hartford Consensus III and the Stop the Bleed projects, to develop a coalition relating to the empowering of the public to serve as first responders in mass causality and active shooter events. Identify education stakeholders and Education Committee goals towards coalition implementation 3. Continued Development of the Community Health Paramedic curriculum 4. Discussion of continuing education requirements for all levels of EMS certification 5. Possibility of forming a workgroup with the GETAC Medical Directors Committee and the GETAC EMS Committee to examine the availability of paramedics and initial paramedic education in rural and frontier parts of Texas General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next meeting date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
November 20, 2016 – 10:30 AM
Hyatt Regency Dallas, 300 Reunion Boulevard, Dallas
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Committee Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order/Roll Call Reading of the GETAC Vision and Mission Statements GETAC Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System for a healthy and safe Texas. GETAC Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive data driven Emergency Healthcare System that will meet the needs of all patients and will raise the standards for high quality community health care by implementing innovative techniques and accountable systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Review and Approval of August 25, 2016 Meeting Minutes Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review the following objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System and report suggested revisions, updates and strategies for implementation to GETAC for immediate review by the Council on November 21st, 2016: Clinical Care objectives a. Identify high priority clinical areas for dissemination of current information, standards, and opportunities for education b. Advocate for the designation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an essential public service c. Reduce time from onset of illness/injury to definitive care d. Deliver the highest quality care across the continuum of the Emergency Healthcare System e. Utilize evidence-based / best practice metrics to assess all elements of the Emergency Healthcare System Performance Improvement objectives a. Reduce the disability and mortality from time sensitive medical conditions in the state of Texas b. Develop comprehensive processes to enhance performance improvement of Emergency Healthcare Systems Infrastructure: Communication Systems objectives a. Promote implementation of universal enhanced 9-1-1 services statewide to ensure that all emergency calls and requests are routed to the appropriate public safety answering point in order to minimize time access care b. Designate standard EMS dispatching protocols c. Develop and implement real-time patient data transfer d. Promote the establishment of robust fault-tolerant communication systems statewide that provides seamless communications between public safety and health care agencies in all situations 2. Update on status of revisions to the EMS and Trauma System rules in 25 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 157 3. Update on Federal EMS issues relating to the National EMS Advisory Council, the Federal Interagency Committee on EMS, and the National Association of State EMS Officials 4. EMS for Children Update 5. Update from the DSHS Texas EMS and Trauma Registries 6. Possibility of forming a workgroup with the GETAC Medical Directors Committee and the GETAC Education Committee to examine the availability of paramedics and initial paramedic education in rural and frontier parts of Texas 7. Update on the development/and or progress of a workgroup, in collaboration with the Medical Director's Committee, purposed with formulating template language for EMS Medical Director agreement 8. Update on EMS Committee and Medical Directors Committee joint work group to develop a state-approved process designed to rehabilitate EMS personnel with substance abuse problems and reintegrate them into the EMS Workforce 9. Update from workgroup regarding best practices and issues regarding patients carrying firearms on Ambulances 10. Update from the Community Paramedic Task Force on recommendations for baseline education criteria 11. Update from workgroup investigating transfer patients being moved by private vehicle General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next meeting date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
November 20, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Hyatt Regency Dallas, 300 Reunion Boulevard, Dallas
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Medical Directors Committee Call to Order/Roll Call Reading of the GETAC Vision and Mission Statements GETAC Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System for a healthy and safe Texas. GETAC Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive data driven Emergency Healthcare System that will meet the needs of all patients and will raise the standards for high quality community health care by implementing innovative techniques and accountable systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Discussion and possible action on the following items: Review and Approval of May 12, 2016 Meeting Minutes 1. Review the following objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System and report suggested revisions, updates and strategies for implementation to GETAC for immediate review by the Council on November 21st, 2016: Clinical Care objectives a. Identify high priority clinical areas for dissemination of current information, standards, and opportunities for education b. Advocate for the designation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an essential public service c. Reduce time from onset of illness/injury to definitive care d. Deliver the highest quality care across the continuum of the Emergency Healthcare System e. Utilize evidence-based / best practice metrics to assess all elements of the Emergency Healthcare System Performance Improvement objectives a. Reduce the disability and mortality from time sensitive medical conditions in the state of Texas b. Develop comprehensive processes to enhance performance improvement of Emergency Healthcare Systems Medical Direction objectives a. Provide a robust, responsive, and flexible Emergency Healthcare System with medical oversight integrating all system elements b. Support and develop medical oversight of nontraditional roles for EMS personnel c. Increase meaningful participation of medical directors in all aspects of EMS practice d. Provide guidance regarding non-traditional destinations for EMS patients Infrastructure: Communication Systems objective a. Encourage the development and implementation of telemedicine capabilities to optimize patient care in rural and medically underserved areas in Texas 2. Update on Community Paramedicine Taskforce progress and discussions 3. Update on the Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival (CAREs) 4. Update from Emergency Medical Services for Children 5. Update on Freestanding Emergency Department Task Force progress and discussions 6. Update on Medical Directors Committee and EMS Committee joint work group to develop a state-approved process designed to rehabilitate EMS personnel with substance abuse problems and reintegrate them into the EMS Workforce 7. Update on workgroup investigating transfer patients being moved by private vehicle 8. Update from the Texas EMS and Trauma Acute Care Foundation (TETAF) 9. Update from the DSHS Texas EMS & Trauma Registries 10. Update on the development/and or progress of a workgroup, in collaboration with the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Committee, purposed with formulating template language for EMS Medical Director agreement 11. Update on Drug Enforcement Agency and Department of Public Safety regulations and legislation pertinent to Texas EMS stakeholders 12. Possibility of forming a workgroup with the GETAC EMS Committee and the GETAC Education Committee to examine the availability of paramedics and initial paramedic education in rural and frontier parts of Texas General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next meeting date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
November 20, 2016 – 02:30 PM
Hyatt Regency Dallas, 300 Reunion Boulevard, Dallas
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Trauma Systems Committee Call to Order/Roll Call Reading of the GETAC Vision and Mission Statements GETAC Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System for a healthy and safe Texas. GETAC Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive data driven Emergency Healthcare System that will meet the needs of all patients and will raise the standards for high quality community health care by implementing innovative techniques and accountable systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Recognition of members Review and Approval of August 25, 2016 Meeting Minutes Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review the following objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System and report suggested revisions, updates and strategies for implementation to GETAC for immediate review by the Council on November 21st, 2016: Clinical Care objectives a. Identify high priority clinical areas for dissemination of current information, standards, and opportunities for education b. Advocate for the designation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an essential public service c. Reduce time from onset of illness/injury to definitive care d. Deliver the highest quality care across the continuum of the Emergency Healthcare System e. Utilize evidence-based / best practice metrics to assess all elements of the Emergency Healthcare System Performance Improvement objectives a. Reduce the disability and mortality from time sensitive medical conditions in the state of Texas b. Develop comprehensive processes to enhance performance improvement of Emergency Healthcare Systems Infrastructure: Information Systems objectives a. Develop and maintain information systems to generate and transmit data that are valid, reliable, accurate, and secure b. Develop unified systems which are able to track an entire patient encounter, from incident through rehabilitation; identify costs of patient care; and provide linkage between various public safety services and other health care providers c. Improve the ability of the EMS/Trauma System to document and report injury and illness and potential associated factors d. Define and disseminate the statutory requirement for information exchange e. Enhance and integrate a unified EMS and emergency healthcare registry f. Encourage real time, two-way health data exchange among EMS, hospitals, and other healthcare providers g. Regional Advisory Councils should evaluate region specific data in order to improve patient outcomes h. Develop specific user defined standard reports and compare with national benchmarks for quality improvement 2. Review of current DSHS EMS and Trauma System Rules in Title 25 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157, including the process for applying for trauma facility designation 3. DSHS Texas EMS & Trauma Registries update 4. Trauma System Strategic Plan update 5. Interim study of the Texas Trauma System, as recommended by the Texas House Committee on Appropriations during the 84th Texas Legislative Session 6. Trauma Systems Committee Registry Solutions Workgroup report 7. Trauma Systems Committee Trauma Medical Director Workgroup report 8. Trauma Systems Committee Advanced Practice Provider Workgroup report 9. Trauma Systems Committee Trauma Registrars Workgroup report 10. Texas Trauma Quality Improvement Program (TQIP) Collaborative Initiative update 11. Texas TQIP Level III pilot report 12. Texas TQIP Pediatric Trauma Facilities report 13. Stand-Alone Emergency Departments in the Texas Trauma System 14. Burn Centers integration into system planning 15. Hartford Consensus III, as it relates to empowering the public to serve as first responders in intentional mass-casualty and active shooter events, update on stopthebleedtexas.org 16. Trauma Centers per Trauma Service Area review update 17. National Academy of Science report 18. Reports from committee member participation in the following groups/associations/facilities: A. GETAC Council B. Region VI American College of Surgeons/Council on Trauma C. Texas Trauma Coordinators Forum D. Emergency Nurses Association E. Texas College of Emergency Physicians F. Level IV Trauma Facilities G. Level III Trauma Facilities H. Level II Trauma Facilities I. Level I Trauma Facilities J. Pediatric Trauma Centers K. Texas Hospital Association General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next meeting date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
November 20, 2016 – 04:00 PM
Hyatt Regency Dallas, 300 Reunion Boulevard, Dallas
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Cardiac Care Committee Call to Order/Roll Call Reading of the GETAC Vision and Mission Statements GETAC Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System for a healthy and safe Texas. GETAC Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive data driven Emergency Healthcare System that will meet the needs of all patients and will raise the standards for high quality community health care by implementing innovative techniques and accountable systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Review and Approval of August 25, 2016 Meeting Minutes Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review the following objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System and report suggested revisions, updates and strategies for implementation to GETAC for immediate review by the Council on November 21st, 2016: Clinical Elements: Prevention objective a. Provide evidence-based, culturally appropriate strategies for the identification and mitigation of risk factors for heart disease and stroke Clinical Care objectives a. Identify high priority clinical areas for dissemination of current information, standards, and opportunities for education b. Advocate for the designation of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as an essential public service c. Reduce time from onset of illness/injury to definitive care d. Deliver the highest quality care across the continuum of the Emergency Healthcare System e. Utilize evidence-based / best practice metrics to assess all elements of the Emergency Healthcare System Performance Improvement objectives a. Reduce the disability and mortality from time sensitive medical conditions in the state of Texas b. Develop comprehensive processes to enhance performance improvement of Emergency Healthcare Systems 2. Recognition of committee member service 3. Review of Southeast Texas Trauma Regional Advisory Council's first quarter ST Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) data 4. Progress in forming a working group, possibly in collaboration with the GETAC Medical Directors Committee, with the goal of surveying RACs to determine: a. Number of ambulances and level of providers in each service region b. Number of EMS providers with electrocardiogram (ECG) machines capable of transmitting 12-Lead ECG data c. Gaps present for the optimal pre-hospital care of STEMI patients – Jamie McCarthy, MD, David Wampler, PhD, and Committee Members 5. Progress on providing RACs language encouraging hospital systems, practitioners, and other stakeholders to advocate nationally for the exclusion of emergent cardiac-arrest patient catheter lab outcomes from the CathPCI Registry's reporting structure 6. Update on the STEMI-Accelerator project and American Heart Association Mission: Lifeline – Resuscitation Subcommittee recommendations for Pre-Hospital cardiac arrest reporting 7. Update on Rider 67/Texas Heart Attack and Stroke Data Collection Initiative, as suggested by the Texas House Committee on Appropriations during the 84th Texas Legislative Session 8. Review progress in achieving Goals for the GETAC Cardiac Care Committee in 2016 9. Initiatives, programs and potential research that might improve acute cardiac care in Texas General Public Comment: (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next meeting date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
11/21/2016
Department of State Health Services
November 21, 2016 – 04:00 PM
Hyatt Regency Dallas, 300 Reunion Boulevard, Dallas
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order Vision: A unified, comprehensive, and effective Emergency Healthcare System for a healthy and safe Texas. Mission: To promote, develop, and maintain a comprehensive data driven Emergency Healthcare System that will meet the needs of all patients and will raise the standards for high quality community health care by implementing innovative techniques and accountable systems for the delivery of emergency care for the entire population. Review and Approval of August 26, 2016 Meeting Minutes Members Chair Report and Discussion Assistant Commissioner Report, Division for Regulatory Services State EMS Trauma System Report, Office of EMS/Trauma Systems Assistant Commissioner Report, Environmental Epidemiology and Disease Registries Section Assistant Commissioner Report, Division for Regional and Local Health Services GETAC Committee Summary Reports: Air Medical Committee Cardiac Care Committee Disaster/Emergency Preparedness Committee Education Committee EMS Committee Injury Prevention Committee Medical Directors Committee Pediatric Committee Stroke Committee Trauma Systems Committee GETAC Liaison Summary Reports: Texas EMS, Trauma, and Acute Care Foundation (TETAF) EMS for Children (EMSC) State Partnership update Preparedness Coordination Council Discussion, public comment, and possible action on the following items: (Public comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) 1. Review the following objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System and report suggested revisions, updates and strategies for implementation: System Integration objectives a. Develop a formal process of sharing best practices b. Integrate all emergency health services within the emergency health care system to deliver quality care c. Assure stakeholders are involved in strategic discussions d. Identify and incorporate all patient populations into system design System Legislation & Regulation objectives a. Raise public awareness for the need to establish emergency healthcare services as Essential Services b. Provide evidence-based regulations to guide regulatory and legislative decision making relevant to the Emergency Healthcare System System Funding objectives a. Achieve adequate and enduring funding for all components of the Emergency Healthcare System 2. Review suggested committee revisions, updates and strategies regarding implementation of objectives from the Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency Healthcare System 3. Progress update from the EMS Committee and the Medical Directors Committee regarding the development of a position statement addressing privately operated vehicle transports for patients being transferred between medical facilities 4. Information sharing for high-consequence infectious disease 5. Formation of a committee and/or task force to address time-dependent mental health issues 6. Stroke and Cardiac Care Committee suggestions regarding which National EMS Information Systems data points and/or elements should be examined for the purposes of a state assessment 7. Update on the Texas Heart Attack and Stroke Data Collection Initiative 8. Update from the Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival (CAREs) and the RAC Data Collaborative from Dr. Jeff Beeson 9. Review and possibly endorse the GETAC Injury Prevention Committee's final edited version of the document Evidence-Based Strategies to Prevent Distracted Driving 10. Review and possibly endorse the GETAC Injury Prevention Committee's Position Statement on Childhood Drowning and Water Safety 11. Review and discuss objectives and scope of the task force on Freestanding Emergency Departments and Other Facilities Providing Emergency Care 12. Review and possibly endorsement the freestanding emergency department categorization guidelines as developed by the task force on freestanding emergency departments and other facilities providing emergency care 13. Review and discuss objectives and scope of the Advanced Practice Paramedic Task Force 14. Update on progress to develop a sample medical director's agreement designed to address the gaps and/or differences between the Texas Medical Practice Act in the Texas Occupations Code and the Texas Medical Board rules in Title 22 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 197, entitled: Emergency Medical Service', and the Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Services rules in Title 25, TAC 157 15. Update on Texas effort to educate and train the public to serve as first responders in intentional mass-casualty and active shooter events. This is also referred to as BCON (bleeding control) by several GETAC committees 16. Update from the October 25th meeting in which the GETAC Strategic Plan for the Texas Emergency healthcare System Plan was reviewed 17. GETAC committee application process update General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Review and list agenda Items for next meeting Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
11/22/2016
Texas Medical Board
November 22, 2016 – 02:00 PM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Executive Search Committee 1. Call to order and roll call. 2. Consideration and possible action related to personnel issues and the Executive Director position. 3. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
11/23/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 23, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Center Program. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing on Nov. 23, 2016, at 9 a.m. to receive public comment on proposed payment rates for the PPECC program operated by HHSC. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 (relating to public hearing on rates) and Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Title 1, §355.105 (relating to general reporting and documentation, methods, and procedures), which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. HHSC proposes to administer and implement rates and establish a reimbursement methodology for Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers (PPECCs). A PPECC provides non-residential, facility-based care as an alternative to private-duty nursing (PDN) for individuals under the age of 21 with complex medical needs. In accordance with Texas Human Resources Code section 32.024(jj), HHSC is establishing PPECCs as a separate Medicaid provider type. The proposed rates will be effective retroactive to Nov. 1, 2016.Methodology and Justification. HHSC calculated the proposed payment rates in accordance with the rate-setting methodologies codified in the TAC Title 1, §355.9080 (relating to reimbursement methodology for the PPECC program).Briefing Package. On Nov. 11, 2016, a briefing package (link is external) 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, TX 78714-9030; by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us. In addition, free copies of the briefing package will 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: 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: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax: Attention: Kyle Baxter at 512-730-7475. Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
11/29/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 29, 2016 – 01:30 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room, Austin
STAR+PLUS Quarterly Stakeholder Update Call-in: 877-820-7813 Access Code: 590037 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. Office of Ombudsman Overview 2. STAR+PLUS Waiver Interest List Update 3. Electronic Visit Verification Update 4. Long-term Services and Supports Update 5. Health Plan Management Update 6. Home and Community Based Services Update 7. Questions Regarding STAR+PLUS Program 8. Adjourn Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Charles Bredwell, Program Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-462-6337, or charles.bredwell@hhsc.state.tx.us. This meeting is open to the public. No reservations are required, and there is no cost to attend this meeting. Additional Information Contact: 512/462-6337
11/30/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 30, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room 1410, Austin
Behavioral Health Integration Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and approval of the August 24, 2016, meeting minutes* 3. General updates by Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) staff 4. General updates on Behavioral Health Integration Advisory Committee (BHIAC) activities 5. Review and adoption of BHIAC Executive Commissioner Memo by BHIAC members* 6. Lunch Break 7. Presentation by Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas: Children's Comprehensive Care Clinic/Anchoring Programs 8. Presentation by Austin Travis County Integral Care and Blue Cross and Blue Shield: Medicaid Health Home 9. Break 10. Presentation by Dr. Marlon Quinones: Model for Integrating Telemental Health and Primary Care Services 11. Presentation by Dr. Annette Gary and Dr. Linda McMurray: Integrated Health Care Home Model – Lubbock, TX 12. Public comment 13. Discussion of the final steps for the BHIAC 14. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Laela Estus, 512/707-6102
12/2/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
December 2, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd., Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Advisory Committee on Qualifications for Health Care Translators and Interpreters 1. Call to order 2. Approval of minutes from the September 16, 2016, meeting (Vote required) 3. Discuss dissemination of information on the committee report about qualifications for health care translators and interpreters 4. Develop criteria and procedure for obtaining the Gold Standard award 5. Discuss registry of interpreters 6. Transition of duties to Texas Association of Healthcare Interpreters and Translators 7. Presentation of certificates 8. Public comment 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Paula Traffas, 512/348-2944
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