The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between October 11 and October 31.
10/13/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 13, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room , 4900 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin
Home and Community Based Services Rules Stakeholder Meeting. 1. Opening Remarks 2. Home and Community-based Services 3. Texas Home Living 4. Afternoon Remarks 5. Discussion of Other wavier programs and State Plan options 1915(i) and 1915(k) (Public Comment): a. Community First Choice b. Community Living Assistance and Support Services c. Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities d. Medically Dependent Children Program e. Home and Community-based Services Adult Mental Health f. Youth Empowerment Services *Public comment will be taken following each item, after a staff presentation, or before a vote on an action item. Contact: Kathy Cordova, Policy Development Support, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-487-3402.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 13, 2014 – 02:30 PM
Statewide Conference Call
Health and Human Services Commission Stakeholder Forum. After completing the online registration form, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the statewide conference call and download the presentation materials that will be used during the forum. This statewide conference call is open to the public. There is no cost to attend this meeting. Agenda: 1. Legislative Appropriations Request Exceptional Items Update. 2. Managed Care Expansion Initiatives Update. 3. Healthcare Transformation Waiver Update. 4. Department of Aging and Disability Services Long Term Care Toll-Free Help-Line Development Update Contact: John Livingston, HHSC Office of Community Access, 4900 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, 512-206-5624, John.Livingston@hhsc.state.tx.us.
10/14/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 14, 2014 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Building., Public Hearing Room 1430), Austin
Health and Human Services Commission Council Emergency Telephone Meeting 1. Call to Order 2. Action Items: The Sunset Advisory Commission has requested the Council's input regarding the recommendations included in the Sunset Advisory Commission Staff Report on the Health and Human Services Commission and System Issues. The Staff Report is posted on the Sunset Advisory Commission's website, available at https://www.sunset.texas.gov/public/uploads/files/reports/HHSC%2 and%20System%20 Staff%20Report.pdf. The Sunset Advisory Commission has requested the Council's input on an expedited basis. The Council is meeting in an emergency telephone meeting for the sole purpose of considering the recommendations and may hold a vote regarding the Council's input on any or all of the recommendations. Because the limited purpose of the meeting is to obtain Council input regarding the recommendations, public comment will not be taken in this meeting. The Sunset Advisory Commission is scheduled to hear public testimony on the Staff Report and recommendations on November 12-13, 2014. The Sunset Advisory Commission also takes public input on its website, available at https://www.sunset.texas.gov/how-sunset-works/how-participate. a. Recommendations on Issue 1: The Vision for Achieving Better, More Efficiently Run Services Through Consolidation of Health and Human Services Agencies Is Not Yet Complete. b. Recommendations on Issue 2: Incomplete Centralization of Support Services Deprives the State of Benefits Envisioned in Consolidating the Health and Human Services System. c. Recommendation on Issue 3: Fragmented Administration of Medicaid Leads to Uncoordinated Policies and Duplicative Services and Could Place Future Transitions to Managed Care at Risk. d. Recommendations on Issue 4: The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Has Not Fully Adapted Its Processes to Managed Care, Limiting the Agency's Ability to Evaluate the Medicaid Program and Provide Sufficient Oversight. e. Recommendations on Issue 5: Fragmented Provider Enrollment and Credentialing Processes Are Administratively Burdensome and Could Discourage Participation in Medicaid. f. Recommendations on Issue 6: The State Is Missing Opportunities to More Aggressively Promote Methods to Improve the Quality of Health Care. g. Recommendation on Issue 7: HHSC Lacks a Comprehensive Approach to Managing Data, Limiting Effective Delivery of Complex and Interconnected Services. h. Recommendations on Issue 8: Administration of Multiple Women's Health Programs Wastes Resources and Is Unnecessarily Complicated for Providers and Clients. i. Recommendations on Issue 9: NorthSTAR's Outdated Approach Stifles More Innovative Delivery of Behavioral Health Services in the Dallas Region. j. Recommendations on Issue 10: Poor Management Threatens the Office of Inspector General's Effective Execution of Its Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Mission. k. Recommendations on Issue 11: Credible Allegation of Fraud Payment Hold Hearings Do Not Achieve the Law's Intent to Act Quickly to Protect the State Against Significant Cases of Fraud. l. Recommendations on Issue 12: HHSC's Uncoordinated Approach to Websites, Hotlines, and Complaints Reduces Effectiveness of the System's Interactions With the Public. m. Recommendations on Issue 13: HHSC's Advisory Committees, Including the Interagency Task Force for Children With Special Needs, Could be Combined and Better Managed Free of Statutory Restrictions. n. Recommendations on Issue 14: HHSC Statutes Do Not Reflect Standard Elements of Sunset Reviews. 3. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/487-3300
Texas Medical Board
October 14, 2014 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Lobby Area, Room 100, Austin
Texas Physician Assistant Board – Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Application for Temporary Suspension With Notice pursuant to Texas Occupations Code, s164.059, of the license of Jennifer L. Behm, PA, License No. PA05562. 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sandra Carbajal, 512/305-7111
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
October 14, 2014 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Enforcement Committee Meeting William P. Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Room 225 Austin, Texas 78701 October 14, 2014 9:00 AM Agenda The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners' Enforcement Committee will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the committee which are listed in the agenda, as follows: Pending Complaints (including cases recommended for closure. Discussion with staff to review procedures for resolving open enforcement actions. 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. Additional Information Contact: Mary Feys, 512/305-6901
Department of State Health Services
October 14, 2014 – 11:00 AM
Moreton Bldg., Room M100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
State Health Services Council State Health Services Council Emergency Telephone Meeting 1. Call to Order 2. Action Items: The Sunset Advisory Commission has requested the Council's input regarding the recommendations included in the Sunset Advisory Commission Staff Report on the Health and Human Services Commission and System Issues. The Staff Report is posted on the Sunset Advisory Commission's website, available at https://www.sunset.texas.gov/public/uploads/files/reports/HHSC%2 and%20System%20 Staff%20Report.pdf. The Sunset Advisory Commission has requested the Council's input on an expedited basis. The Council is meeting in an emergency telephone meeting for the sole purpose of considering the recommendations and may hold a vote regarding the Council's input on any or all of the recommendations. Because the limited purpose of the meeting is to obtain Council input regarding the recommendations, public comment will not be taken in this meeting. The Sunset Advisory Commission is scheduled to hear public testimony on the Staff Report and recommendations on November 12-13, 2014. The Sunset Advisory Commission also takes public input on its website, available at https://www.sunset.texas.gov/how-sunset-works/how-participate. a. Recommendations on Issue 1: The Vision for Achieving Better, More Efficiently Run Services Through Consolidation of Health and Human Services Agencies Is Not Yet Complete. b. Recommendations on Issue 2: Incomplete Centralization of Support Services Deprives the State of Benefits Envisioned in Consolidating the Health and Human Services System. c. Recommendation on Issue 3: Fragmented Administration of Medicaid Leads to Uncoordinated Policies and Duplicative Services and Could Place Future Transitions to Managed Care at Risk. d. Recommendations on Issue 4: HHSC Has Not Fully Adapted Its Processes to Managed Care, Limiting the Agency's Ability to Evaluate the Medicaid Program and Provide Sufficient Oversight. e. Recommendations on Issue 5: Fragmented Provider Enrollment and Credentialing Processes Are Administratively Burdensome and Could Discourage Participation in Medicaid. f. Recommendations on Issue 6: The State Is Missing Opportunities to More Aggressively Promote Methods to Improve the Quality of Health Care. g. Recommendation on Issue 7: HHSC Lacks a Comprehensive Approach to Managing Data, Limiting Effective Delivery of Complex and Interconnected Services. h. Recommendations on Issue 8: Administration of Multiple Women's Health Programs Wastes Resources and Is Unnecessarily Complicated for Providers and Clients. i. Recommendations on Issue 9: NorthSTAR's Outdated Approach Stifles More Innovative Delivery of Behavioral Health Services in the Dallas Region. j. Recommendations on Issue 10: Poor Management Threatens the Office of Inspector General's Effective Execution of Its Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Mission. k. Recommendations on Issue 11: Credible Allegation of Fraud Payment Hold Hearings Do Not Achieve the Law's Intent to Act Quickly to Protect the State Against Significant Cases of Fraud. l. Recommendations on Issue 12: HHSC's Uncoordinated Approach to Websites, Hotlines, and Complaints Reduces Effectiveness of the System's Interactions With the Public. m. Recommendations on Issue 13: HHSC's Advisory Committees, Including the Interagency Task Force for Children With Special Needs, Could be Combined and Better Managed Free of Statutory Restrictions. n. Recommendations on Issue 14: HHSC Statutes Do Not Reflect Standard Elements of Sunset Reviews. 3. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Carolyn Bivens, 512/776-2370
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
October 14, 2014 – 11:30 AM
700 Graham Dr, Lone Star College, Health Science Bldg, Tomball
Investigation (1) Call to order. (2) Public comment. (3) Review and possible action on cases (4) Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Jennifer Jones, 512/305-6900
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 14, 2014 – 01:00 PM
901 N. Virginia St. (Pat O'Rourke Recreation Ctr., Multipurpose Room 1), El Paso
Health and Human Service Commission Stakeholder Feedback Session on Recent Expansion of STAR+PLUS to Provide Acute Care Services to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities The Health and Human Service Commission (HHSC) is gathering feedback from people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), their family members, advocates, and providers of acute care and long-term services and supports regarding the transition to STAR+PLUS for people with IDD needing acute care services. HHSC will not be presenting information during these sessions, but instead will ask for public comment in the form of feedback and will collect information and ideas that may affect future managed care initiatives. All interested parties are invited to attend and participate. 1. Opening Remarks 2. Listening Session / Questions and Answers 3. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Heather Kuhlman, 512/462-6356
Department of Aging and Disability Services
October 14, 2014 – 02:00 PM
701 West 51st St, John H. Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Rm, Austin
Aging and Disability Services Council The Sunset Advisory Commission has requested the Council's Emergency Telephone Meeting October 14, 2014 2 to 4 p.m. Public Access Meeting Site: Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services Winters Building Public Hearing Room 701 W. 51st Street, Austin, TX 78714 1. Call to Order 2. Action Items: The Sunset Advisory Commission has requested the DADS Council's input regarding the recommendations included in the Sunset Advisory Commission Staff Report on the Health and Human Services Commission and System Issues. The Staff Report is posted on the Sunset Advisory Commission's website, available at https://www.sunset.texas.gov/public/uploads/files/reports/HHSC%2 and%20System%20 Staff%20Report.pdf. The Sunset Advisory Commission has requested the Council's input on an expedited basis. The Council is meeting in an emergency telephone meeting for the sole purpose of considering the recommendations and may hold a vote regarding the Council's input on any or all of the recommendations. Because the limited purpose of the meeting is to obtain Council input regarding the recommendations, public comment will not be taken in this meeting. The Sunset Advisory Commission is scheduled to hear public testimony on the Staff Report and recommendations on November 12-13, 2014. The Sunset Advisory Commission also takes public input on its website, available at https://www.sunset.texas.gov/how-sunset-works/how-participate. a. Recommendations on Issue 1: The Vision for Achieving Better, More Efficiently Run Services Through Consolidation of Health and Human Services Agencies Is Not Yet Complete. b. Recommendations on Issue 2: Incomplete Centralization of Support Services Deprives the State of Benefits Envisioned in Consolidating the Health and Human Services System. c. Recommendation on Issue 3: Fragmented Administration of Medicaid Leads to Uncoordinated Policies and Duplicative Services and Could Place Future Transitions to Managed Care at Risk. d. Recommendations on Issue 4: HHSC Has Not Fully Adapted Its Processes to Managed Care, Limiting the Agency's Ability to Evaluate the Medicaid Program and Provide Sufficient Oversight. e. Recommendations on Issue 5: Fragmented Provider Enrollment and Credentialing Processes Are Administratively Burdensome and Could Discourage Participation in Medicaid. f. Recommendations on Issue 6: The State Is Missing Opportunities to More Aggressively Promote Methods to Improve the Quality of Health Care. g. Recommendation on Issue 7: HHSC Lacks a Comprehensive Approach to Managing Data, Limiting Effective Delivery of Complex and Interconnected Services. h. Recommendations on Issue 8: Administration of Multiple Women's Health Programs Wastes Resources and Is Unnecessarily Complicated for Providers and Clients. i. Recommendations on Issue 9: NorthSTAR's Outdated Approach Stifles More Innovative Delivery of Behavioral Health Services in the Dallas Region. j. Recommendations on Issue 10: Poor Management Threatens the Office of Inspector General's Effective Execution of Its Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Mission. k. Recommendations on Issue 11: Credible Allegation of Fraud Payment Hold Hearings Do Not Achieve the Law's Intent to Act Quickly to Protect the State Against Significant Cases of Fraud. l. Recommendations on Issue 12: HHSC's Uncoordinated Approach to Websites, Hotlines, and Complaints Reduces Effectiveness of the System's Interactions With the Public. m. Recommendations on Issue 13: HHSC's Advisory Committees, Including the Interagency Task Force for Children With Special Needs, Could be Combined and Better Managed Free of Statutory Restrictions. n. Recommendations on Issue 14: HHSC Statutes Do Not Reflect Standard Elements of Sunset Reviews. 3. Adjourn The meeting will adjourn at 4:00 PM. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-5419
10/15/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 15, 2014 – 01:30 PM
2900 Live Oak St. (Dallas Town Hall Ctr for Community Cooperation, Oak Room), Dallas
HHSC Stakeholder Feedback Session on Recent Expansion of STAR+PLUS to Provide Acute Care Services to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities HHSC is gathering feedback from people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), their family members, advocates, and providers of acute care and long-term services and supports regarding the transition to STAR+PLUS for people with IDD needing acute care services. HHSC will not be presenting information during these sessions, but instead will ask for public comment and will collect information and ideas that may affect future managed care initiatives. All interested parties are invited to attend and participate. 1. Opening Remarks 2. Listening Session / Questions and Answers 3. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Heather Kuhlman, 512/462-6356
10/16/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 16, 2014 – 09:00 AM
Brown Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 N. Lamar, Austin
Promoting Independence Advisory Committee. Agenda: 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Senate Bill 7 Implementation Update a. STAR+PLUS Expansion b. Intellectual and Developmental Disability Acute Care Carve-In. 3. Agency Representative Reports a. Department of State Health Services b. Department of Aging and Disability Services c. Department of Family and Protective Services d. Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services e. Department of Housing and Community Affairs f. Workforce Commission. 4. Direct Service Workforce a. Presentation of Survey Findings and Report. 5. Public Comment 6. Community First Choice a. Assessment Review and Input. 7. Adjourn Contact: Bill Macdonald, Promoting Independence Initiative Department of Aging and Disability Services, 512-438-4157.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 16, 2014 – 01:30 PM
4900 N Lamar Blvd, HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg, Public Hearing Rm, Austin
STAR+PLUS Stakeholder Meeting. Call-in: 1-877-226-9790 Access Code: 1101316 This meeting will be webcast. 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. September Managed Care Expansion Update 3. Financial Update 4. Duals Demonstration 5. Nursing Facility Carve-in 6. Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) Update 7. Long-term Services and Supports Update 8. Health Plan Management Update 9. Open Discussion Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Heather Kuhlman, 512/462-6356
Department of Family and Protective Services
October 16, 2014 – 02:00 PM
701 W. 51st Street, John H. Winters Building, Public Hearing Room, 125-E, Austin
Work session: 1. Call to Order. 2. Staff Briefings: a. Prevention and Early Intervention. b. Impact Modernization. 3. New Business: a. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC 700.1401 – 700.1406 (HIV Testing Policies for Children in DFPS Conservatorship). b. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC Chapter 745, Licensing, Subchapter K, Inspections and Investigations, Division 3, Confidentiality. c. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC Chapter 743, Minimum Standards for Shelter Care, and 40 TAC Chapter 745, Licensing, relating to criminal background checks. 4. Old Business: a. Recommendation to adopt rule changes in 40 TAC Chapter 749, Minimum Standards for Child Placing Agencies, and 40 TAC Chapter 750, Minimum Standards for Independent Foster Homes, relating to child safety, including treatment services for children with primary medical needs. b. Recommendation to adopt rule changes in 40 TAC Chapter 748, Minimum Standards for General Residential Operations, and 40 TAC Chapter 749, Minimum Standards for Child Placing Agencies, related to trafficking victim services. 5. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Stephanie Hawkins, 512/438-5127
10/17/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 17, 2014 – 08:30 AM
1401 East 8th St. (Knapp Medical Center), Weslaco
Health and Human Service Commission Stakeholder Feedback Session on Recent Expansion of STAR+PLUS to Provide Acute Care Services to Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities The Health and Human Service Commission (HHSC) is gathering feedback from people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), their family members, advocates, and providers of acute care and long-term services and supports regarding the transition to STAR+PLUS for people with IDD needing acute care services. HHSC will not be presenting information during these sessions, but instead will ask for public comment in the form of feedback and will collect information and ideas that may affect future managed care initiatives. All interested parties are invited to attend and participate. 1. Opening Remarks 2. Listening Session / Questions and Answers 3. Adjourn.
Additional Information Contact: Heather Kuhlman, 512/462-6356
Department of Family and Protective Services
October 17, 2014 – 09:00 AM
701 W. 51st Street, John H. Winters Building, Public Hearing Room, 125-E, Austin
Family and Protective Services Council 1. Call to Order. 2. Reading, Correction, and Approval of Minutes of July 18, 2014, regular meeting. 3. Agency Briefings: a. Mentorship Program. b. Commissioner's Report to include: Administration Announcements and Acknowledgements, Sunset Commission Report, and Interim Legislative Update. c. Chair's Report. 4. Public Testimony. 5. New Business: a. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC 700.1401 – 700.1406 HIV Testing Policies for Children in DFPS Conservatorship. b. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC Chapter 745, Licensing, Subchapter K, Inspections and Investigations, Division 3, Confidentiality. c. Recommendation to propose rule changes in 40 TAC Chapter 743, Minimum Standards for Shelter Care, and 40 TAC Chapter 745, Licensing, relating to criminal background checks. 6. Old Business: a. Recommendation to adopt rule changes in 40 TAC Chapter 749, Minimum Standards for Child Placing Agencies, and 40 TAC Chapter 750, Minimum Standards for Independent Foster Homes, relating to child safety, including treatment services for children with primary medical needs. b. Recommendation to adopt rule changes in 40 TAC Chapter 748, Minimum Standards for General Residential Operations, and 40 TAC Chapter 749, Minimum Standards for Child Placing Agencies, related to trafficking victim services. 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Stephanie Hawkins, 512/438-5127
Department of State Health Services
October 17, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, Tower Building, Room T-607, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Texas State Child Fatality Review Team Committee The State Child Fatality Review Team (SCFRT) Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: I. Roll Call and Establishment of Quorum/Introductions including newest member (Ms. Fredlyn Wideman) II. Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes from the March 2, 2014 and July 17, 2014 Meetings III. Changes to Operating Procedures to expand options for law enforcement representation IV. Discussion of SCFRT Legislative Recommendations V. Discussion regarding Prevent Child Abuse Texas Conference and SCFRT Preconference VI. Review Data for Needs Assessment VII. Next Steps Note: Next meeting of the Committee is scheduled January 16, 2015 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Department of State Health Services Tower Building, Room T-607 1100 West 49th Street Austin, Texas. Additional Information Contact: Tammy Sajak, 512/776-2184
Department of State Health Services
October 17, 2014 – 12:00 PM
Austin State Hospital Campus, Building 626, Nifty-Fifty Conference Room, 4110 Guadalupe Street, Austin
Texas HIV Medication Advisory Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: I. Call to Order-Philip Keiser, M.D. II. Approval of previous meeting minutes (February 21, 2014)-Philip Keiser, M.D. and Committee III. Update on the Division for Disease Control and Prevention Services-Janna Zumbrun. IV. Texas HIV Medication Program (THMP) Budget Update-DSHS Staff V. ADAP/SPAP update reports-DSHS Staff VI. Presentation-FDA approval of Triumeq (dolutegravir/abacavir/lamivudine)-ViiV VII. Discussion and vote on recommendation to add Triumeq (dolutegravir/abacavir/lamivudine) to the THMP formulary Philip Keiser, M.D. and Committee VIII. Schedule next meeting-Philip Keiser, M.D. IX. Public comments-Philip Keiser, M.D. X. Adjourn-Philip Keiser, M.D. Additional Information Contact: Rachel Sanor, 512/533-2002
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 17, 2013 – 02:00 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Hospice Payment Rates. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing on October 17, 2014, at 2 p.m. to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for hospice routine home, continuous home, inpatient respite, and general inpatient care. The Medicaid hospice program is operated by the Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS). The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, Government Code §531.021, and Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Title 1, §355.105(g), which require public notice and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursement rates before such rates are approved by HHSC. Proposal. The payment rates for hospice routine home, continuous home, inpatient respite, and general inpatient care are proposed to be effective October 1, 2014. Methodology and Justification. The hospice reimbursement methodology is located at the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 42, Part 418, Subpart G. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after October 3, 2014. Those interested may also 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 RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or email: U.S. Mail: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery Texas Health and Human Services Commission Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400 Brown Heatly Building 4900 North Lamar Austin, Texas 78751-2316 Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401 Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475 Email RAD LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
10/20/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 20, 2014 – 11:00 AM
2405 Robert Dedman Dr, UT Thompson Conf. Center, Rm 3.1020, Austin
Institute of Health Care Quality and Efficiency Work Group Meeting (IHCQE) 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Staff Update 3. Serious and Persistent Mental Illness Discussion 4. Recess (Break) 5. Expanded Access to Care Discussion 6. Public Comment 7. Review of staff action follow-up items prior to next meeting 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Jimmy Blanton, 512/380-4372
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 20, 2014 – 01:30 PM
701 W 51st St, DADS, John H. Winters Bldg, Public Hearing Rm, Austin
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the May 12, 2014 Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee Meeting. (vote required) 3. Update on the Affordable Care Act. a. Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility b. Changes to the Health and Human Services Commission Renewal Process 4. Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 5. Update on the Managed Care Expansion Initiatives. a. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities b. STAR+PLUS Expansion c. Nursing Facility d. Behavioral Health 6. Update on the Home and Community Based Services Rules. 7. Update on the Medicaid and CHIP Quality Efficiency Improvement Efforts. 8. Update on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver. 9. Update on the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers. 10. Information Presentations. a. Medical Transportation Program b. YourTexasBenefitsCard.com c. YourTexasBenefits.com Mobile App d. Community Partner Program 11. Public Comment. 12. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: rose.linan@hhsc.state.tx.us
Office of the Governor
October 20, 2014 – 01:30 PM
400 North Olive Street, Dallas
Texas Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Introductions II. Approval of Minutes: July 25, 2014 (Action Item) III. Executive Director's Report (committee activities/accomplishments, July – September, 2014) IV. Presentation to Dallas Mayor's Committee on the Employment of People with Disabilities V. Paratransit Interim Study (Discussion/Action) (ongoing project based on assignment from 83rd R Legislative Session, HB 1545) VI. Policy Recommendations for 84th Legislative Session (Discussion/Action) (based on the committee's issue areas of Access, Communications, Education, Emergency Management, Health, Housing, Recreation, Transportation, Veterans, and Workforce) VII. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Nancy Van Loan, 512/463-5739
10/21/2014
Office of the Governor
October 21, 2014 – 08:30 AM
400 North Olive Street, Dallas
Texas Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities I. Call to Order/Roll Call/Introductions II. Policy Recommendations for 84th Legislative Session (Discussion/Action) Continuation from 10/20/14 (based on the Committee's issue areas of Access, Communications, Education, Emergency Management, Health, Housing, Recreation, Transportation, Veterans, and Workforce) III. Member Reports (involvement in members' communities and based on the Committee's issue areas) IV. Public Comment (limit 3 minutes per presentation) V. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Nancy Van Loan, 512/463-5739
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 21, 2014 – 09:00 AM
4900 N Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Room 1420), Austin
Council on Children and Families (CCF) 1. Welcome, Introductions, and Announcements 2. Approve August 12, 2014, Meeting Minutes (vote required) 3. Council Business a. Council Report Update b. Review of Sunset Recommendations c. Approval of Legislative Report (vote required) 4. CCF Member Agencies and Public Members may present Updates to the Council 5. Public Comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Vicki Magee, 512/420-2826
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 21, 2014 – 10:00 AM
5015 South IH-35 (South Park Business Office, Suite 200), Austin
Behavioral Health Integration Advisory Committee (BHIAC) 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Review and Approval of the June 11, 2014 minutes. 3. Provide update on Phase I Final report meeting with Commissioner Janek. 4. General updates by Health and Human Services Commission staff. 5. Lunch Break. (Recess 45 minutes) 6. BHIAC Discussion on Integrated Care Recommendation Results. 7. Break. (Recess 15-20 minutes) 8. BHIAC Discussion Continued/Vote on Integrated Care Recommendations. 9. Public Comment. 10. Discussion of next meeting in December 2014 and possible agenda items. 11. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: monica.thyssen@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 21, 2014 – 10:00 AM
3800 Commercial Ave. (CentroMed, Encino Ballroom), San Antonio
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the May 13, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee Meeting. (vote required) 3. Update on the Affordable Care Act. a. Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility b. Changes to the HHSC Renewal Process 4. Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 5. Update on the Managed Care Expansion Initiatives. a. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities b. STAR+PLUS Expansion c. Nursing Facility d. Behavioral Health 6. Update on the Home and Community Based Services Rules. 7. Update on the Medicaid and CHIP Quality Efficiency Improvement Efforts. 8. Update on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver. 9. Update on the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers. 10. Information Presentations. a. Medical Transportation Program b. YourTexasBenefitsCard.com c. YourTexasBenefits.com Mobile App d. Community Partner Program 11. Public Comment. 12. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Valerie Houston, 210/619-8294
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 21, 2014 – 01:00 PM
4900 N. Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Room 1420), Austin
Employment First Task 1. Call to Order 2. Welcome & Introductions 3. Review and Approval of August 4, 2014, Meeting Summary 4. Public Comments 5. Updates a. Texas Employment First Task Force 2014 Report b. Task Force Member Appointment c. Home and Community Based Settings (HCBS) Rule Review Update d. Texas Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE) e. Other Updates 6. Proposed Interagency Circular on Employment First Policy 7. Overview of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act 8. Texas Home Living (TxHmL) Waiver: Income Limits 9. Future Task Force Meetings a. Next Meeting b. Meeting Logistics c. Updates from Agency Members d. Workgroups 10. Announcements 11. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Marc Mullins, 512/438-3641
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 21, 2014 – 01:30 PM
2350 Stemmons Freeway (Children's Medical Center Ambulatory Care Pavilion, Independence Conference, Room), Dallas
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the May 13, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee Meeting. (vote required) 3. Update on the Affordable Care Act. a. Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility b. Changes to the HHSC Renewal Process 4. Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 5. Update on the Managed Care Expansion Initiatives. a. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities b. STAR+PLUS Expansion c. Nursing Facility d. Behavioral Health 6. Update on the Home and Community Based Services Rules. 7. Update on the Medicaid and CHIP Quality Efficiency Improvement Efforts. 8. Update on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver. 9. Update on the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers. 10. Information Presentations. a. Medical Transportation Program b. YourTexasBenefitsCard.com c. YourTexasBenefits.com Mobile App d. Community Partner Program 11. Public Comment. 12. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Martha Rodriguez, 972/337-6219
10/22/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 22, 2014 – 09:00 AM
1723 Hemphill St. (The Women's Center of Tarrant County, Community/Board Room), Fort Worth
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the May 13, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee Meeting. (vote required) 3. Update on the Affordable Care Act. a. Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility b. Changes to the HHSC Renewal Process 4. Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 5. Update on the Managed Care Expansion Initiatives. a. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities b. STAR+PLUS Expansion c. Nursing Facility d. Behavioral Health 6. Update on the Home and Community Based Services Rules. 7. Update on the Medicaid and CHIP Quality Efficiency Improvement Efforts. 8. Update on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver. 9. Update on the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers. 10. Information Presentations. a. Medical Transportation Program b. YourTexasBenefitsCard.com c. YourTexasBenefits.com Mobile App d. Community Partner Program 11. Public Comment. 12. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Martha Rodriguez, 972/337-6219
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 22, 2014 – 10:00 AM
4900 N Lamar Blvd, HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg, Public Hearing Rm, Austin
State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Adoption of prior meeting minutes (vote required) 4. HHSC Agency Update a. Managed Care Expansion b. Community First Choice c. Duals Demonstration 5. Public Comment on Draft Recommendations and Other Items 6. Lunch Break (recess) 7. Discussion and Final Vote on Recommendations (Vote Required) 8. Discussion and adoption of Recommendations Report (Vote Required) 9. Other Committee Business 10. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Charles Bredwell, 512/462-6337
10/23/2014
Department of State Health Services
October 23, 2014 – 10:00 AM
Moreton Bldg., Room M-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Texas Statewide Health Coordinating Council The Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on: 1. Chairman's welcome and introductions 2. Establish a quorum – Roll call and possible action to approve excused absences 3. Discussion and possible action to approve July 21, 2014 Meeting Minutes 4. Presentation on DSHS' HB 1023 Report to Legislature 5. Discussion and possible action to approve 2015-2016 Update to the State Health Plan a. Primary care section -Process and progress recap -Subcommittee report -Discussion b. Mental health section -Process and progress recap -Subcommittee report -Discussion 6. DSHS Center for Health Statistics Analytics and Health Care Reporting presentation 7. Discussion and possible action to establish a SHCC Legislative Subcommittee 8. SHCC agency representatives' reports a. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board b. Health and Human Services Commission c. Texas Department of State Health Services d. Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services 9. Health Professions Resource Center and SHCC project director's report 10. Texas Center for Nursing Workforce Studies report 11. Administrative items and next steps 12. Public comment and adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Matt Turner, 512/776-6541
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 23, 2014 – 10:00 AM
701 West 51st St. (DADS Winters Bldg, Public Hearing Room), Austin
Medicaid Health Information Exchange (HIE) Advisory Committee The Council meeting can be viewed live and on demand via streaming internet. The link to register for the council meeting is https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/941879658. After completing the online registration form, you will receive an email with instructions for how to access the conference call and download the presentation materials that will be used during the forum. 1. Welcome and Introductions: a. Approval of Committee Minutes (Action Item-Vote Required) 2. Discussion of State Legislative Activities and Federal Developments. 3. Discussion of Statewide Health Information Exchange Activities. 4. Discussion of Physician Challenges with Meaningful Use Stage 2 Measures. 5. Discussion of the Power of a Federated Health Information Exchange. 6. Update on Public Health Support for Meaningful Use. 7. Update on the Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Program. 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: David Fulton, 512/462-6233
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 23, 2014 – 10:00 AM
3810 4th St, USDA Agriculture Research Serv. Branch, Conf. Rm, Lubbock
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the May 15, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee Meeting. (vote required) 3. Update on the Affordable Care Act. a. Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility b. Changes to the HHSC Renewal Process 4. Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 5. Update on the Managed Care Expansion Initiatives. a. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities b. STAR+PLUS Expansion c. Nursing Facility d. Behavioral Health 6. Update on the Home and Community Based Services Rules. 7. Update on the Medicaid and CHIP Quality Efficiency Improvement Efforts. 8. Update on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver. 9. Update on the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers. 10. Information Presentations. a. Medical Transportation Program b. YourTexasBenefitsCard.com c. YourTexasBenefits.com Mobile App d. Community Partner Program 11. Public Comment. 12. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Anthony Flunder, 806/783-6624
Texas Board of Nursing
October 23, 2014 – 02:00 PM
333 Guadalupe Street, Austin
Notice of public hearing for Consideration of a Proposal from Texas A&M Health Science Center School of Nursing To Establish A Master's Degree in Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner Program in Bryan, Texas Date and Time: October 23, 2014 at 2:00 PM Place: Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe Street Tower II, Room 225 Austin, Texas The Board will hear testimony from individuals who wish to present information concerning the proposal. Written testimony will also be considered and should be received in the Board office by October 9, 2014. Address written testimony to: Katherine Thomas, MN, RN, FAAN, Executive Director Texas Board of Nursing 333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 3-460 Austin, Texas 78701-3942. Additional Information Contact: Janice Hooper, 512/305-6814
Texas Board of Nursing
October 23, 2014 – 02:20 PM
333 Guadalupe Street, Austin
Notice of public hearing for Consideration of a Proposal from CyberTex Institute of Technology To Establish A Vocational Degree in Nursing in Austin, Texas Date and Time: October 23, 2014 at 2:20 PM Place: Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe Street Tower II, Room 225 Austin, Texas The Board will hear testimony from individuals who wish to present information concerning the proposal. Written testimony will also be considered and should be received in the Board office by October 9, 2014. Address written testimony to: Katherine Thomas, MN, RN, FAAN, Executive Director Texas Board of Nursing 333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 3-460 Austin, Texas 78701-3942. Additional Information Contact: Janice Hooper, 512/305-6814
10/24/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 24, 2014 – 10:00 AM
4601 South 1st St. (Region 2/9 Headquarters, Rm K101-K102, Abilene
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the May 16, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee Meeting. (vote required) 3. Update on the Affordable Care Act. a. Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility b. Changes to the HHSC Renewal Process 4. Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 5. Update on the Managed Care Expansion Initiatives. a. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities b. STAR+PLUS Expansion c. Nursing Facility d. Behavioral Health 6. Update on the Home and Community Based Services Rules. 7. Update on the Medicaid and CHIP Quality Efficiency Improvement Efforts. 8. Update on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver. 9. Update on the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers. 10. Information Presentations. a. Medical Transportation Program b. YourTexasBenefitsCard.com c. YourTexasBenefits.com Mobile App d. Community Partner Program 11. Public Comment. 12. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kevin Orr, 325/795-5876
10/27/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 27, 2014 – 01:00 PM
1530 SSW Loop 323 (Tyler Junior College West Campus, Rm 104), Tyler
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the May 19, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee Meeting. (vote required) 3. Update on the Affordable Care Act. a. Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility b. Changes to the HHSC Renewal Process 4. Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 5. Update on the Managed Care Expansion Initiatives. a. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities b. STAR+PLUS Expansion c. Nursing Facility d. Behavioral Health 6. Update on the Home and Community Based Services Rules. 7. Update on the Medicaid and CHIP Quality Efficiency Improvement Efforts. 8. Update on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver. 9. Update on the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers. 10. Information Presentations. a. Medical Transportation Program b. YourTexasBenefitsCard.com c. YourTexasBenefits.com Mobile App d. Community Partner Program 11. Public Comment. 12. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Stephanie Raymer, 903/581-9231
10/28/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 28, 2014 – 09:00 AM
11670 Chito Samaniego Dr. (Education Service Center Region 19 Head Start, Multipurpose Center), El Paso
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the May 22, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee Meeting. (vote required) 3. Update on the Affordable Care Act. a. Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility b. Changes to the HHSC Renewal Process 4. Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 5. Update on the Managed Care Expansion Initiatives. a. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities b. STAR+PLUS Expansion c. Nursing Facility d. Behavioral Health 6. Update on the Home and Community Based Services Rules. 7. Update on the Medicaid and CHIP Quality Efficiency Improvement Efforts. 8. Update on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver. 9. Update on the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers. 10. Information Presentations. a. Medical Transportation Program b. YourTexasBenefitsCard.com c. YourTexasBenefits.com Mobile App d. Community Partner Program 11. Public Comment. 12. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Lilia Estrada, 915/834-7751
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 28, 2014 – 10:00 AM
4900 N. Lamar St. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Room 1410), Austin
Texas System of Care Consortium 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. A Family System of Care Experience 3. Health and Human Services Mental Health Coordination 4. Legislative Appropriation Requests (LAR) relevant to Children's Mental Health 5. Policy Opportunities related to children and youth with serious mental health challenges and their families 6. Approval of July 29 meeting minutes (Action) 7. Public Comment 8. Texas System of Care (SOC) Consortium Business a. Legislative Report: Next Steps b. Youth Representative Consortium Nomination (Action) 9. (Recess) 10. Texas 2-1-1 Information and Referral Overview 11. SOC Implementation Expansion Implementation Updates a. Anti-stigma Project b. Community Update c. Youth Update d. Family Update e. Cultural and Linguistic Competency Update f. Wraparound Update 12. Updates: Medicaid 1915c waiver, known as Youth Empowerment Services (YES) 13. Announcements 14. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sherri Hammack, 512/954-8563
10/29/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 29, 2014 – 10:00 AM
3555 Stagg Dr. (Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas, Cancer Center Auditorium), Beaumont
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the May 21, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee Meeting. (vote required) 3. Update on the Affordable Care Act. a. Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility b. Changes to the HHSC Renewal Process 4. Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 5. Update on the Managed Care Expansion Initiatives. a. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities b. STAR+PLUS Expansion c. Nursing Facility d. Behavioral Health 6. Update on the Home and Community Based Services Rules. 7. Update on the Medicaid and CHIP Quality Efficiency Improvement Efforts. 8. Update on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver. 9. Update on the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers. 10. Information Presentations. a. Medical Transportation Program b. YourTexasBenefitsCard.com c. YourTexasBenefits.com Mobile App d. Community Partner Program 11. Public Comment. 12. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Amy Haden, 409/730-4023
10/30/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 30, 2014 – 10:00 AM
7033 Southwest Freeway (Southwest Mental Health Mental Retardation Authority of Harris County, Meeting, Center), Houston
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the May 22, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee Meeting. (vote required) 3. Update on the Affordable Care Act. a. Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility b. Changes to the HHSC Renewal Process 4. Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 5. Update on the Managed Care Expansion Initiatives. a. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities b. STAR+PLUS Expansion c. Nursing Facility d. Behavioral Health 6. Update on the Home and Community Based Services Rules. 7. Update on the Medicaid and CHIP Quality Efficiency Improvement Efforts. 8. Update on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver. 9. Update on the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers. 10. Information Presentations. a. Medical Transportation Program b. YourTexasBenefitsCard.com c. YourTexasBenefits.com Mobile App d. Community Partner Program 11. Public Comment. 12. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Dr. David Arlen, 713/767-3214
10/31/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 31, 2014 – 10:00 AM
500 Rio Concho Dr. (City of San Angelo McNeese Convention Center, South Meeting Room), San Angelo
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the May 23, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee Meeting. (vote required) 3. Update on the Affordable Care Act. a. Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility b. Changes to the HHSC Renewal Process 4. Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 5. Update on the Managed Care Expansion Initiatives. a. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities b. STAR+PLUS Expansion c. Nursing Facility d. Behavioral Health 6. Update on the Home and Community Based Services Rules. 7. Update on the Medicaid and CHIP Quality Efficiency Improvement Efforts. 8. Update on the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Waiver. 9. Update on the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers. 10. Information Presentations. a. Medical Transportation Program b. YourTexasBenefitsCard.com c. YourTexasBenefits.com Mobile App d. Community Partner Program 11. Public Comment. 12. Discussion on Schedule Information for Next Meeting. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Becky Ruff, 325/659-7856
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