The following state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between October 28 and November 17.
10/31/2017
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
October 31, 2017 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-225, Austin
Interagency Prescription Monitoring Program Work Group A G E N D A I. Call to Order II. Review of Meeting Minutes Held July 24, 2017 III. Budget (FY2018 – FY2019) IV. Update on Program a) Statistics b) Threshold reporting c) Guidelines for potentially harmful prescribing and dispensing patterns V. Wholesale Distributor Reporting VI. User Registration of Licensees VII. Open Discussion VIII. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Allison Benz, 512/305-8037
11/ 1/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 1, 2017 – 09:00 AM
701 West 51st St. (Health and Human Services Commission, John H.
Winters Human Services Complex, Public Hearing Room), Austin
Aging Texas Well Advisory Committee AGENDA: Aging Texas Well Advisory Committee November 1, 2017 9:00 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission John H. Winters Human Services Complex Public Hearing Room 701 West 51st St. Austin, TX 78751 This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/live-archi ed-meetings the day and time of the meeting. 1. Welcome and opening remarks; Introduction of new committee members: Dr. Michele Saunders, Committee Chair 2. Review and approve August 2, 2017, meeting minutes 3. Special topics a. Alternatives to Guardianship: Jeff Miller, Disability Rights Texas b. Elder Abuse Suspicion Index Screening Tool: Debbie Billa, WellMed Charitable Foundation 4. Division reports a. Quality Monitoring Program: Jennifer Carrillo, Nurse IV b. STAR+PLUS: Amanda Dillon, Program Specialist c. Access and Eligibility Services i. Aging and Disability Resource Centers, Community Access and Grants: Nicole Hawk, Grant Coordinator ii. Area Agencies on Aging: Heather Blackwell, Manager d. Aging Services Coordination: Holly Riley, Manager 5. Aging Texas Well Advisory Committee (ATWAC) updates and operations a. Membership needs: Dr. Michele Saunders, Committee Chair b. S.B. 1693, 85th Legislature, Regular Session, 2017, workgroup roles: Dr. Michele Saunders, Committee Chair c. Issue brief updates i. ATWAC issue briefs: Cody Rothschild, ATWAC Liaison ii. Intern report on housing issue brief: Alberto Guzman, ATW Intern 6. Roundtable: ATWAC member updates on relevant news from entities represented on ATWAC 7. Wrap-up and next steps. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-4157
Texas House Committee on Human Services & Public Health
November 1, 2017 – 10:00 AM
(JOINT PUBLIC HEARING)
E1.030
The House Committees on Human Services and Public Health will meet in a joint hearing on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 10:00am to hear testimony in review of the state's response to Hurricane Harvey in regards to public health and human services efforts including preparatory and recovery efforts. Invited testimony only.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 1, 2017 – 01:30 PM
1100 West 49th St. (Health and Human Services Commission, Moreton
Building, Room M100), Austin
Early Childhood Intervention Advisory Committee AGENDA: Early Childhood Intervention Advisory Committee November 1, 2017 1:30 p.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Moreton Building Room M100 1100 West 49th St. Austin, Texas 78756 Texas Penal Code Section 46.035(c) states: "A license holder commits an offense if the license holder intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly carries a handgun under the authority of Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Texas Government Code, regardless of whether the handgun is concealed or carried in a shoulder or belt holster, in the room or rooms where a meeting of a governmental entity is held and if the meeting is an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, and the entity provided notice as required by that chapter." Please note that this governmental meeting is, in the opinion of counsel representing the Health and Human Services Commission, an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, and the Health and the Human Services Commission is providing notice of this meeting as required by Chapter 551. In addition, please note that the written communication required by Texas Penal Code Sections 30.06 and 30.07, prohibiting both concealed and open carry of handguns by Texas Government Code Chapter 411 licensees, will be posted at the entrances to this governmental meeting. This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/live-archived-meetings the day and time of the meeting. 1. Call to order 2. Approval of minutes from April 5, 2017, and August 9, 2017 3. Early Childhood Intervention program update 4. Legislative riders as required by the 2018-19 General Appropriations Act, H.B. 1, 85th Legislature, Regular Session, 2017 (Article II, Health and Human Services Commission, Riders 64, 65, and 67) 5. Program Director and committee member updates 6. Public comment (limited to five minutes per person) 7. Adjourn Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: 512/776-4326
11/ 2/2017
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
November 2, 2017 – 12:30 PM
333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510, Austin
Rules Committee 1. Call to Order 2. Public Comment 3. Approval of Minutes of November 3, 2016 Rules Committee meeting 4. Discussion and possible action on SB 1107 from the 85th Regular Legislative session and proposing a new rule regarding telehealth and rule amendments, including amendments regarding telehealth, to the following rules: A. Chapter 362, Definitions B. s372.1, Provision of Services C. s373.1, Supervision of Non-Licensed Personnel 5. Discussion and possible action on SB 317 from the 85th Regular Legislative session and proposing new rules concerning negotiated rulemaking and alternative dispute resolution 6. Discussion and possible action on questions received by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners related to the OT Practice Act and Board Rules 7. Discussion and possible action on future meeting dates and agenda items 8. Adjournment.
Additional Information Contact: Lea Weiss, 512/305-6900
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
November 2, 2017 – 02:30 PM
333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510, Austin
Education Committee 1. Call to Order 2. Public Comment 3. Approval of Minutes of February 2, 2017 Education Committee meeting 4. Discussion and possible action on proposing changes to Chapter 367, Continuing Education, of the OT Rules concerning acceptable and unacceptable continuing education, academic courses, continuing education documentation requirements, and establishing a process for selecting a license holder peer organization in this state to evaluate and approve continuing education courses as required by SB 317 from the 85th Regular Legislative Session 5. Discussion on acceptable and unacceptable continuing education and continuing education documentation 6. Discussion and possible action on questions received by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners related to continuing education 7. Discussion and possible action on future meeting dates and agenda items 8. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Lea Weiss, 512/305-6900
Department of State Health Services
November 2, 2017 – 02:30 PM
Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, Room M-618,
1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Tobacco Settlement Permanent Trust Account Administration Advisory Committee Teleconference Access: Please dial (877) 820 – 7831 and enter passcode: 737504# The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on: Welcome and Call to Order Roll Call Introduction of New Members Approval of November 5, 2015 Minutes Approval of October 13, 2016 Minutes Review of 2017 Distribution Administrative Updates -No Audits Conducted in 2017 -Revised Expenditure Statements -Committee Member Contact Info. Verification -Committee Member Training Requirements Adjourn Texas Penal Code, Section 46.035(c) states: "A license holder commits an offense if the license holder intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly carries a handgun under the authority of Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Texas Government Code, regardless of whether the handgun is concealed or carried in a shoulder or belt holster, in the room or rooms where a meeting of a governmental entity is held and if the meeting is an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, and the entity provided notice as required by that chapter." Please note that this governmental meeting is, in the opinion of counsel representing the Health and Human Services Commission, an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, and the Health and the Human Services Commission is providing notice of this meeting as required by Chapter 551. In addition, please note that the written communication required by Texas Penal Code Sections 30.06 and 30.07, prohibiting both concealed and open carry of handguns by Texas Government Code Chapter 411 licensees, will be posted at the entrances to this governmental meeting. Committee Members: R. King Hillier, Chair Jonny F. Hipp, ScD FACHE Carolyn Konecny Keri Disney-Story Honorable Darryl Primo Michael Nu'ez Honorable David Bird Sharon Clark Honorable Jerry Bearden Honorable Woodrow W. Gossom, Jr. Jim Parrish. Additional Information Contact: DSHSTobacco@dshs.texas.gov
11/ 3/2017
Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
November 3, 2017 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Suite 2-510, Austin
1. Call to Order 2. Discussion and possible action on excusing board member absences 3. Board member training regarding antitrust liability for licensing boards 4. Public comment 5. Approval of Minutes of August 18, 2017 6. Discussion and possible action on the Executive Director's Report concerning fiscal and budgetary matters, performance measures, ongoing projects, agency personnel matters, Executive Council activity, the recent Sunset Review and legislative session, policies pursuant to SB 317 from the 85th Regular Legislative Session, and other agency business 7. Investigation Committee Report A. Review and possible action on Agreed Orders for Case #s: 17-213; 17-229; 17-230; 17-236; and 18-019 B. Discussion and possible action on the Investigation Committee meeting of October 19, 2017 C. Discussion and possible action on investigative activities to date 8. 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 9. Rules Committee Report Discussion and possible action on recommendations from the Rules Committee including the following items: A. Discussion and possible action on SB 1107 from the 85th Regular Legislative session and proposing a new rule regarding telehealth and rule amendments, including amendments regarding telehealth, to the following rules: 1. Chapter 362, Definitions 2. s372.1, Provision of Services 3. s373.1, Supervision of Non-Licensed Personnel B. Discussion and possible action on SB 317 from the 85th Regular Legislative session and proposing new rules concerning negotiated rulemaking and alternative dispute resolution C. Discussion and possible action on questions received by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners related to the OT Practice Act and Board Rules 10. Education Committee Report Discussion and possible action on recommendations from the Education Committee including the following items: A. Discussion and possible action on proposing changes to Chapter 367, Continuing Education, of the OT Rules concerning acceptable and unacceptable continuing education, academic courses, continuing education documentation requirements, and establishing a process for selecting a license holder peer organization in this state to evaluate and approve continuing education courses as required by SB 317 from the 85th Regular Legislative Session B. Discussion on acceptable and unacceptable continuing education and continuing education documentation C. Discussion and possible action on questions received by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners related to continuing education 11. Discussion and possible action on practice by OTs and OTAs in non-traditional, community, and/or wellness-based roles or settings and the OT Rules including Chapter 362, Definitions; Chapter 369, Display of Licenses; Chapter 372, Provision of Services; Chapter 373, Supervision; and Chapter 376, Registration of Facilities 12. Discussion and possible action on the OT Coordinator's Report. The Coordinator's Report may concern any items listed on the agenda and events that have occurred between this meeting and the Board's last meeting. 13. Discussion and possible action on the Presiding Officer's Report. The Presiding Officer's Report may concern any items listed on the agenda and events that have occurred between this meeting and the Board's last meeting. 14. Discussion and possible action on scheduling future Board meeting dates and agenda items for future consideration 15. Adjournment The Board may meet in closed session on any item listed above if authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551. Additional Information Contact: Lea Weiss, 512/305-6900
Texas Medical Board
November 3, 2017 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Texas Physician Assistant Board 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. Report on physician assistant licenses issued by Board staff. 5. Report on physician assistant licensure process statistics. 6. Discussion, recommendation and possible action regarding accreditation of Physician Assistant Programs. 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 3, 2017 – 09:00 AM
701 West 51st St. (Health and Human Services Commission, John H.
Winters Human Services Complex, Public Hearing Room), Austin
AGENDA: Drug Utilization Review Board November 3, 2017 9:00 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission John H. Winters Human Services Complex Public Hearing Room 701 West 51st St. Austin, TX 78751 This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/live-archi ed-meetings the day and time of the meeting. 1. Call to order 2. Approval of minutes from July 28, 2017 (Vote required) 3. Old business: Report on Health and Human Services Commission decisions on acceptance of the Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Board recommendations from the July 28, 2017, meeting 4. New business: Public comment on drug classes and therapeutic and clinical drug reviews to be reviewed for the Medicaid Preferred Drug List (PDL): a. Androgenic agents b. Antibiotics, GI c. Antibiotics, topical d. Antibiotics, vaginal e. Antiemetic/antivertigo agents f. Antifungals, oral g. Antifungals, topical h. Antihistamines, first generation i. Antiparasitics, topical j. Antipsychotics k. Antivirals, oral/nasal l. Antivirals, topical m. Bile salts n. Bone resorption suppression and related agents o. Colony stimulating factors p. Cytokine and CAM antagonists q. Epinephrine, self-injected r. GI motility, chronic s. Growth hormone t. Hepatitis C u. Hypoglycemics, incretin mimetics/enhancers v. Hypoglycemics, insulin and related w. Hypoglycemics, meglitinides x. Hypoglycemics, metformin y. Hypoglycemics, TZD z. Macrolides/ketolides aa. Opiate dependence treatments bb. Pediatric vitamin preparations cc. Penicillins dd. Stimulants and related agents ee. Tetracyclines Public comment and therapeutic and clinical drug reviews on new drugs to be reviewed for the Medicaid PDL: ff. Analgesics, narcotics long / Morphabond ER gg. Antihistamines, minimally sedating / Xyzal Solution OTC hh. Antihistamines, minimally sedating / Xyzal Tablet OTC ii. Antiparkinson's agents / Xadago 5. Executive work session Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 531.071, and in accordance with Texas Administrative Code, Title 1, Part 15, Subchapter F, Section 354.1941(c)(2), the DUR Board may meet in executive session on one or more items listed under new business as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act. 6. Lunch 7. Announcements of drugs recommended for the Medicaid PDL 8. Retrospective DUR: Luke Boehmer, Pharm. D., Conduent, LLC a. Report on recent retrospective DUR interventions sent: i. Second-generation antipsychotics in youth ii. Metabolic syndrome iii. Stroke prevention 2017 iv. Polypharmacy 2017 v. Opioid use during pregnancy b. Report on recent retrospective DUR interventions outcome: i. Benzodiazepine anxiolytics and controlled sedative hypnotics ii. Asthma disease management 2016 c. Retrospective DUR proposals: (Vote required) i. Asthma disease management 2018 ii. Bipolar disorder management 2018 iii. Migraine prevention and treatment 9. Prospective prior authorization proposals (clinical edits): Christina Faulkner, Pharm. D., Health Information Designs, LLC (Vote required) a. Cytokine and CAM antagonists b. Gastrointestinal (GI) motility agents c. Ingrezza (Valbenazine) d. Keveyis ( Dichlorphenamide) 10. Retrospective drug use, criteria for outpatient use in Vendor Drug Program: Jennifer Seltzer, Pharm. D., University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy (Vote required) a. Atypical antipsychotics (long-acting injectable) b. Atypical antipsychotics (oral) c. Nitazoxanide (Alinia) d. Promethazine use in children less than two years of age. e. Quetiapine (low-dose) 11. Adjourn 12. Next meeting date: January 26, 2018. Additional Information Contact: 512/707-6112
Texas Medical Board
November 3, 2017 – 09:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Texas Physician Assistant Board Discipline and Ethics Committee 1. Call to order and roll call. 2. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding referrals and reports from the Texas Physician Health Program. 3. Reports and discussion regarding the Investigation, Litigation and Compliance Departments. 4. Review, discussion and possible action regarding appeals of dismissed complaints. 5. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding routine follow-up on investigative files previously referred from the D & E Committee for follow-up action. 6. Review, discussion, and possible action regarding selected files and cases. 7. Adjourn.
Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Texas Medical Board
November 3, 2017 – 09:50 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Texas Physician Assistant Board Full Board Meeting 1. Full Board Call to Order, Roll Call and Mission Statement. Our Mission is to protect and enhance the public's health, safety and welfare by establishing and maintaining standards of excellence used in regulating the practice of medicine and ensuring quality health care for the citizens of Texas through licensure, discipline, and education. 2. Board Member Report. 3. Executive Director's Report. Budget Report Legislative Update Outreach Update Audit Report E.D. Search Report 4. Medical Director Report. 5. Physician Assistant Liaison Report. 6. Public Information Update. 7. Consideration and possible action regarding pending litigation. 8. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding process and procedures for calling Executive Sessions. 9. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding Rule 22 TAC Chapter 187.17a and the scheduling of physician assistant informal settlement conferences. 10. Consideration and Approval of Non-Public Rehabilitation Orders and Modification Request/Termination Request of Non-Public Rehabilitation Orders. 11. Consideration and Approval of Modification Request/Termination Request Orders. 12. Consideration and Approval of Agreed Board Orders. 13. Consideration and Approval of Reinstatement Request Orders. 14. Consideration and Approval of Nunc Pro Tunc Orders. 15. Consideration and Approval of Mediated Settlement Agreement Orders. 16. Consideration and Approval of Termination of Suspension Orders. 17. Consideration and Approval of Remedial Plans. 18. Consideration and Approval of Administrative Agreed Orders. 19. Report on Temporary Suspension/Automatic Orders/Automatic Actions. 20. Report on Rehearing Requests. 21 Consideration and Approval of Cease and Desist Orders. Agenda item #22 at 10:45 a.m. 22. Consideration and Approval of Determinations of Default. a. Jeanette Weicht, P.A., SOAH #503-16-5730 b. Kelly Malone, P.A., SOAH #503-17-1568.PA Agenda item #23 at 10:50 a.m. 23. Consideration and possible action for Proposal for Decisions. a. Charles Thompson, P.A., SOAH #503-15-4444 24. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding rule review and proposed amendments to 22 T.A.C. Chapter 185, including approval for publication of proposed rule in the Texas Register: s185.4, Procedural Rules for Licensure Applicants s185.6, Annual Renewal of License s185.8, Inactive License s185.14, Physician Supervision s185.17, Grounds for Denial of Licensure and for Disciplinary Action s185.31, Prescriptive Authority Agreements: Minimum Requirements s185.32, Training for Radiologic Procedures 25. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action, including rule review and adoption of proposed amendments to 22 T.A.C. Chapter 185, Physician Assistants. 26. Open Forum for Public Comments. 27. Consideration and Approval of the July 14, 2017 Board Meeting Minutes. 28. Committee reports and the consideration and approval of minutes and action items of committees meeting during the board meeting. 29. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Department of State Health Services
November 3, 2017 – 10:00 AM
1100 West 49th Street, Moreton Building, Room M653, 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 II. Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes from the August 18th, 2017 Meeting III. Discussion and vote on SCFRT recommendation for biennial report IV. 2018 meeting dates Texas Penal Code, Section 46.035(c) states: "A license holder commits an offense if the license holder intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly carries a handgun under the authority of Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Texas Government Code, regardless of whether the handgun is concealed or carried in a shoulder or belt holster, in the room or rooms where a meeting of a governmental entity is held and if the meeting is an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, and the entity provided notice as required by that chapter." Please note that this governmental meeting is, in the opinion of counsel representing the Health and Human Services Commission, an open meeting subject to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, and the Health and the Human Services Commission is providing notice of this meeting as required by Chapter 551. In addition, please note that the written communication required by Texas Penal Code Sections 30.06 and 30.07, prohibiting both concealed and open carry of handguns by Texas Government Code Chapter 411 licensees, will be posted at the entrances to this governmental meeting. Additional Information Contact: Amy Bailey, 512/776-2311
Comptroller of Public Accounts
November 3, 2017 – 10:00 AM
208 E. 10th Street, Room #320, Austin
Tobacco Settlement Permanent Trust Account Investment Advisory Committee 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes of March 24, 2017 Meeting; Discussion and Possible Action 3. Capital Markets Overview and Investment Performance Review for the Quarter Ending June 30, 2017 and Related Matters 4. Update on Revisions to Endowment Investment Policy 5. Tobacco Endowment Portfolio Update and Related Matters 6. Discussion of 2017 Annual Distribution 7. Discussion of Next Meeting and Agenda Items 8. Public Comment 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Nora Arredondo, 512/463-4636
Department of State Health Services
November 3, 2017 – 01:00 PM
1100 West 49th Street, Moreton Building, Room M100, Austin
SICKLE CELL ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Welcome and Introductions Committee Business Logistics Action: Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes for July 21, 2017 Raising Awareness on Sickle Cell Disease and Sickle Cell Trait in Louisiana Follow-up on Training for Sickle Cell -Community Health Workers (CHW) -Texas Health Steps (THSteps) Update on Marketing Strategies: Academic and Professional Organizations Possible Action: Committee Assignment Status: -DSHS Website Revision -Toolkit Possible Action: -Committee Draft Annual Report Review and Discussion Public Comment Future Agenda Items/Next Meeting Date Adjournment This meeting is open to the public. No reservations are required, and there is no cost to attend this meeting. Members of the public who wish to speak during the Public Comment must be physically present as the conference call-in option is not available to the public. This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, please refer to the HHS website at https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/live-archi ed-meetings on the day and time of the meeting.
Additional Information Contact: Beth Rider, 512/776-7111
11/ 6/2017
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
November 6, 2017 – 01:30 PM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-225, Austin
Board Member Training Session A G E N D A A. Board Member Training A.1 Board Member Training Required by Section 552.006 of the Occupation Code. Additional Information Contact: Becky Damon, 512/305-8026
11/ 7/2017
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
November 7, 2017 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-225, Austin
Board Business Meeting A G E N D A A. Announcements Meeting Procedures Board Members Staff Continuing Education B. Discussion and Approval of Minutes TSBP Board Business Meeting Held August 1, 2017 Temporary Suspension Hearings C. Discussion of and Possible Action Regarding Rules C.1 Final Adoption of Rules C.1.1 Amendments to s291.3 Concerning Notification for Fires and Disasters C.1.2 Amendments to s291.5 Concerning Notification When Closing a Pharmacy C.1.3 Amendments to s291.9 Concerning Pick Up Locations C.1.4 Amendments to s291.74 Concerning Drug Use Review in Certain Rural Hospitals C.1.5 Amendments to s291.121 Concerning Telepharmacies C.1.6 Amendments to '291.131 and 291.133 Concerning Information Required In Written Agreements with Practitioners C.1.7 Amendments to s297.7 Concerning Technician Examinations C.1.8 Amendments to s297.8 Concerning Continuing Education Requirements for Technicians C.1.9 Amendments to s297.10 Concerning Registration for Military Service Members, Military Veterans,and Military Spouses C.1.10 Amendments to s309.6 Concerning Documentation of Generic Substitution C.1.11 Amendments Concerning License Fees C.1.11.1 s291.6 Concerning Pharmacies C.1.11.2 s295.5 Concerning Pharmacists C.1.11.3 s297.4 Concerning Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Technician Trainees C.2 Proposal of Rules C.2.1 Amendments to s283.3 Concerning Licensing Requirements C.2.2 Amendments to s291.133 Concerning Fingertip Testing in Pharmacies Under Common Ownership, End Product Testing, and Certification of Primary Engineering Control Devices C.2.3 Amendments to s291.153 Concerning Duties of a Pharmacist in Charge of a Class G Pharmacy C.2.4 Amendments to s295.2 Concerning the Definition of Employment C.2.5 Amendments to s295.8 Concerning Continuing Education Requirements for Pharmacists C.2.6 Amendments to s297.3 Concerning Renewal Fees for Expired Pharmacy Technician Registrations C.3 Rule Reviews in Accordance with Government Code, Section s2001.039 C.3.1 For Proposal: C.3.1.1 Chapter 291 Concerning Pharmacies (Nuclear Pharmacy (Class B)) (''291.51-291.55) C.3.1.2 Chapter 305 Concerning Educational Requirements (''305.1-305.2) C.3.1.3 Chapter 309 Concerning Generic Substitution (''309.1-309.8) D. Discussion of and Possible Action Concerning Reports of Committees/Task Forces D.1 Pilot Project D.1.1 Final Report by Baylor Scott & White Pharmacy on Pilot Project Concerning Automated Storage and Distribution Devices E. Discussion of and Possible Action Concerning the Following Reports and Discussions E.1 Financial Update E.1.1 Consideration of Material Changes to Contracts for Goods and Services Awarded Under Chapter 2155 of Texas Government Code E.1.2 Update on Internal Audit and Comptroller of Public Accounts Post-Payment Audit E.2 Update Concerning Program to Aid Impaired Pharmacists and Pharmacy Students E.2.1 Update on Number of Participating Individuals E.2.2 Professional Recovery Network (PRN) E.2.2.1 Presentation and Discussion Concerning PRN Expenditures and Activities E.2.2.2 Review and Approval of Professional Recovery Network Program Audit E.3 Discussion Concerning TSBP FY2019-2023 Strategic Plan E.4 Discussion Concerning Dispensing Dangerous Drugs to Patients in Long Term Care Facilities E.5 Discussion Concerning the Use of Automated Checking Devices E.6 Report on Implementation of ExCPT Exam E.7 Report on Agency Activities in Response to Hurricane Harvey E.8 Report on Appeals from State Office of Administrative Hearings Cases and Other Court Actions E.9 Report on Prescription Monitoring Program E.10 Update on Legislation Passed During the 85th Texas Legislative Session that have an Impact on TSBP and/or the Practice of Pharmacy F. Disciplinary Orders F.1 Consideration of Proposal for Decision F.2 Report on Agreed Board Orders Entered by Executive Director F.3 Discussion of and Action on Proposed Agreed Board Orders and Proposed Default Board Orders F.4 Executive Session to Consider Confidential Agreed Board Orders F.5 Discussion of and Action on Proposed Remedial Plans G. Consideration of and Possible Action Concerning the Following Enforcement Reports G.1 Report on Complaints Closed and Dismissed During the Previous Quarter G.2 Report on Status of Active/Pending Complaints H. Miscellaneous H.1 Items to be Placed on Agenda for February 2018 Board Meeting H.2 Discussion of and Possible Action on Recent Conferences and Events National Association of Board of Pharmacy/American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (NABP/AACP) Districts VI, VII and VIII, Annual Meeting, San Antonio, TX October 8-11, 2017 National Community Pharmacists Association (NPA) Annual Convention, Orlando, FL October 14-18, 2017 MALTA-GON Annual Conference, Charleston, SC October 22-25, 2017 H.3 Discussion of and Possible Action on Upcoming Meetings Technician Informal Conference, Austin, November 16, 2017 (Dembny) Technician Informal Conference, Austin, December 5, 2017 (Thornsburg) Informal Conference, Austin, December 12-14, 2017 (Wiesner) Informal Conference, Austin, January 9-11, 2018 (Yoakum) Technician Informal Conference, Austin, January 18, 2018 (Thornsburg) TSBP Board Business Meeting, Austin February 6, 2018 THE TEXAS STATE BOARD OF PHARMACY MAY ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION TO CONSIDER ANY AGENDA ITEM WHEN PERMITTED BY TEXAS LAW. Additional Information Contact: Becky Damon, 512/305-8026
11/ 8/2017
Texas House Appropriations Subcommittee on Disaster Impact and Recovery
November 8, 2017 – 9:00 AM
(PUBLIC HEARING)
3209 S. Staples Street, Corpus Christi, TX 78411
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Disaster Impact and Recovery will meet at the Center for Economic Development on the campus of Del Mar College to consider the following interim charge: Examine the use of federal funds by state agencies responding to the effects of Hurricane Harvey and identify opportunities to maximize the use of federal funds to reduce the impact of future natural disasters. Also identify the need for state resources to respond to Hurricane Harvey relief and recovery efforts, as well as opportunities for state investment in infrastructure projects that will reduce the impact of future natural disasters. For live broadcasting, please copy and paste the following link into your web browser: http://delmar.edu/webcasts/. The committee will hear invited testimony only.
Texas Senate Committee on Health and Human Service
November 8, 2017 – 10:00 AM
(PUBLIC HEARING)
Senate Chamber
The committee will meet to discuss the following interim charges:
- Review the state's response to Hurricane Harvey with a focus on public health efforts at the local and state level. The review should include an analysis of the state and local response related to vector control, immunization needs, utilization of health-related volunteers, adequacy of an emergency medical network, evacuation of vulnerable populations from state operated or regulated facilities, and coordination between all levels of government. Recommend any legislative changes necessary to improve public health response and coordination during and after a disaster.
- Evaluate the impact of Hurricane Harvey on the capacity of out-of-home placements and care for youth involved with the juvenile justice and child welfare systems. Determine how the state can ensure support is available to provide appropriate care as close to home as possible as facilities and offices are rebuilt. Evaluate the efficiency of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Disaster-SNAP programs following Hurricane Harvey in impacted areas Individuals wishing to provide public testimony will be allowed to speak for 2 minutes total on any of the above charges.
11/ 9/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 9, 2017 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission,
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee AGENDA: State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee November 9, 2017 10:00 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/live-archi ed-meetings the day and time of the meeting. 1. Call to order 2. Roll call 3. Adoption of August 17, 2017, draft minutes 4. State and federal legislative actions that affected Medicaid managed care 5. Discussion of agency operational plan 6. September 1, 2017, Medicaid managed care carve-in update a. Adoption assistance and permanency care assistance into STAR b. Medicaid for breast and cervical cancer into STAR+PLUS 7. Discussion and adoption of changes to the committee's strategic plan 8. Subcommittee reports: a. Subcommittee on Goal 1 (Provide HHSC leadership with an accurate and balanced view of both challenges and opportunities identified in the Medicaid managed care delivery system, and offer innovative and operationally practical solutions) b. Subcommittee on Goal 2 (Develop sound recommendations that directly affect Medicaid managed care clients by prioritizing quality health outcomes, patient safety, and fiscal responsibility in the delivery of programs and services) c. Subcommittee on Goal 3 (Advise Health and Human Services on activities related to ensuring clients or members are receiving timely care coordination for medically and functionally necessary services across all Medicaid managed care programs. This will include recommendations for continuous collaborative communication between Health and Human Services, managed care organizations, members, and providers, as well as for the rapid resolution of eligibility and enrollment issues. d. Managed care organization automated telephone system subcommittee 9. Discussion and adoption of the committee report to the Executive Commissioner 10. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Charles Bredwell, 512/462-6337
11/10/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 10, 2017 – 09:30 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) Specialized Services. Hearing. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comment on proposed payment rates for Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) Specialized Services for Medicaid clients residing in Nursing Facilities. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC will broadcast the public hearing; the broadcast can be accessed at https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/communications-events/live-archived-meet…. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand at the same website. Proposal. HHSC proposes the following payment rates for PASRR Specialized Services to be effective December 1, 2017: Supported Employment (per hour), $29.15; Employment Assistance (per hour), $29.66; Independent Living Skills Training (per hour), $17.73; Behavioral Support (per hour), $86.87; Habilitation Coordination (monthly), $208.23; and Day Habilitation (per day), $41.83. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code §355.315, concerning Reimbursement Methodology for Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) Specialized Services, which will be effective December 1, 2017. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://rad.hhs.texas.gov/rate-packets on or after October 20, 2017. Interested parties may obtain a copy of the briefing package prior to the hearing by contacting the HHSC Rate Analysis Department by telephone at (512) 730-7401; by fax at (512) 730-7475; or by e-mail at RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also will be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted in lieu of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5:00 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 e-mail. U.S. Mail: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400 P.O. Box 149030 Austin, Texas 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, Texas 78751-2316 Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at (512) 730-7475. E-mail: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Medical Board
November 10, 2017 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Room 780, Austin
Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Cease and Desist hearing of Heather Perillo pursuant to Texas Occupations Code, s165.052(a). 4. Adjourn.
Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174