The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between October 4 and October 24.
10/6/2014
House Committee on Appropriations – S/C on Article II
October 6, 2014 – 8:30 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E1.030, Austin
The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Article II will hear invited testimony related to the Speaker's Strategic Fiscal Review Charge. The Subcommittee will hear testimony regarding: General Revenue-funded Programs at the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services. The Subcommittee will hear invited testimony only. Contact: Heather Fleming (512) 463-1091
House Select Committee on Health Care Education & Training
October 6, 2014 – 9:30 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E2.012, Austin
The committee will meet to hear invited and public testimony on innovative educational models, state workforce programs and policy recommendations to strengthen the health care workforce in Texas. The committee will also hear invited and public testimony on the dental health care workforce and additional suggestions for increasing veterans employment opportunities in health care careers. Public testimony is encouraged and welcomed. The Chair may limit testimony to 3 minutes per witness during public testimony. Contact: Bryan W. Law (512) 463-0718
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 6, 2014 – 03:30 PM
8001 Centre Park Dr. #100, The Arc of Texas, Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Quality Sub-Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Quality Subcommittee Purpose, Goal and Outcome(s) for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 3. Framework for Quality Recommendations 4. Brainstorm Quality Recommendations 5. Prioritize Recommendations 6. Prepare to report to full Advisory Committee 7. Discussion of Next Steps 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Cassandra Marx, 512/730-7416
10/7/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 7, 2014 – 08:30 AM
701 W 51st St, DADS, John H. Winters Bldg, Public Hearing Rm, Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Housing Sub-Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Review of Government Code Section 533.03551: Flexible, Low-Cost Housing Options. 3. Review of Current Intellectual and Developmental Disability Housing Options in Texas Document. 4. Updates: a. Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs b. Texas Department of Agriculture c. Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation 5. Discussion of Next Steps. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Gold, 512/438-5986
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 7, 2014 – 10:00 AM
701 W 51st St., DADS, John H. Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Rm, Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Committee Chair and Co-Chair Update 3. Old Business a. Review and adopt minutes from the July 16, 2014, meeting (A vote will be taken.) 4. Community First Choice Update 5. Home and Community-Based Services Regulations Update 6. Transition to Managed Care Activities Update 7. Intellectual and Developmental Disability Assessment Update 8. Legislative Report Review 9. Sunset Report Update 10. General Discussion 11. Public Comment 12. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Cassandra Marx, 512/730-7416
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 7, 2014 – 10:30 AM
6330 East Highway 290 (ITT Institute Building, Theory/Classrooms #3 and #4), Austin
The Perinatal Advisory Council (PAC) 1. Welcome. 2. Approval of the Minutes. (Meeting July 22, 2014) 3. Discussion of Perinatal Care Regions. 4. Review feedback from Stakeholder Meeting on September 23, 2014 regarding draft rules on Neonatal Levels of Care Designation. 5. Lunch. (Recess) 6. Public Comment. 7. Set agendas, dates, times and locations of upcoming meetings in 2015. 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: david.williams@hhsc.state.tx.us
Senate Committee on Health and Human Services
October 7, 2014 – 02:00 PM
Capitol Extension, Room E1.036, Austin
The committee will meet to discuss the state's public health preparedness and response to infectious disease threats. The hearing is intended to provide an overview of the ongoing local, state, and federal response to the confirmed Ebola case in Dallas, evaluate the potential threat to Texas citizens, assess Texas’ ability to respond to public health emergencies, and identify any actions or statutory changes necessary to improve the state's ability to protect the public from infectious disease outbreaks. Contact: Michael Baca – 512/463-0360
10/8/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 8, 2014 – 09:00 AM
700 North St. (Foundation for Southwest Texas), Beaumont
HHSC Stakeholder Feedback Session on Recent Expansion of STAR+PLUS to Provide Acute Care Services to Individuals with Intellectual and Development 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 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 State Health Services
October 8, 2014 – 10:00 AM
909 W. 45th Street, Bldg. 552, Room 125, Austin
Notice of Public Hearing on State Psychiatric Hospital 10 Yr Plan The Division for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (MHSA) of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) will accept public comment on the development of a 10 year plan for the state psychiatric hospitals from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The public hearing will be held in room 125, building 552, located at 909 W. 45th Street, Austin, Texas 78714. Stakeholders may present oral or written feedback at this meeting. A three (3) minute time limit per person will be observed. DSHS Rider 83 requires a 10 year plan to consider current and future operational and infrastructure needs of the state psychiatric hospitals (also referred to as "state mental health hospitals"). MHSA anticipates that a consultant report to assist with the development of the 10 year plan will be available on the website by September 29, 2014. You are subscribed to receive notifications about MHSA services or websites. This message is sent to all subscribers. Additional Information Contact: kim.wolfe@dshs.state.tx.us
Department of State Health Services
October 8, 2014 – 10:00 AM
1100 West 49th Street, Moreton Bldg. M-100, Austin
Public Health Funding and Policy Committee The committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on: Welcome/Call to Order 1. Approval of August 14th Meeting Minutes 2. Core Functions/Sunset Testimony 3. Department of State Health Services Response to 2nd Annual Public Health Funding Policy Committee Report 4. Sunset Report Update/Discussion 5. Office of the Assistant Commissioner Updates 6. Public Health Emergency Preparedness Funding Formula Update 7. Legislative Issues – Proposed Amendments to Chapter 36 of the Health and Safety Code 8. 1115A Waiver Renewal 9. Local Health Departments as Essential Community Providers for Medicaid and S-Chip 10. Third Annual Report Planning 11. General Public Comment 12. Agenda Items for Next Meeting 13. Future Meeting Dates/Locations Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Glenna Laughlin, 512/776-7770
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 8, 2014 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Public Hearing Room), Austin
Task Force on Domestic Violence 1. Welcome, Introductions and Announcements. 2. Approve May 20, 2014, Meeting Minutes. (Vote Required) 3. Presentation: Health Cares about Domestic Violence Day Presentation. 4. Task Force on Domestic Violence (TFDV) Business and Discussions: a. Committee Sessions b. Committee Reports 5. Discussion: Strategies for Addressing Task Force Charges. 6. Public Comment. 7. Closing Remarks. 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Vicki.Magee@hhsc.state.tx.us
House Committee on Corrections
October 8, 2014 – 1:00 PM
Capitol Extension, Room E2.012, Austin
The Committee will consider Interim Charge #1 in a public hearing: Study and review the correctional facilities and processes within Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles, and Texas Juvenile Justice Department with emphasis on efficiencies, effectiveness, and recidivism. Examine the existing programmatic approach per facility in the areas of the vocation, education, visitation, rehabilitation, health and mental health services, parole supervision, and reentry initiatives. Evaluate opportunities for partnerships between facilities and private industries to offer education, job training, and potential employment for offenders during incarceration, parole, and final release. The Committee will only consider testimony for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department at this hearing. Contact: Lesley French (512)463-0796
10/9/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 9, 2014 – 10:00 AM
3550 West Dallas St. (The Center Foundation), Houston
HHSC 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 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
10/10/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 10, 2014 – 12:30 PM
4900 N. Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Room 1430), Austin
Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Council (TBIAC) 1. Call to order and determination of quorum. 2. Welcome and introductions. 3. Approval of July 11, 2014, Minutes (vote required). 4. Report of the Chair. 5. Member activity reports and announcements. 6. Break (Recess). 7. Report of the Office of Acquired Brain Injury. 8. Approval of TBIAC Bylaws (vote required). 9. Discuss 2015 TBIAC Action Plan. 10. Discussion of Traumatic Brain Injury Advisory Council Report to the Governor (vote required for approval). 11. Committee Reports and Assignments: Membership Committee: Officer elections (vote required). Education and Resources Committee Legislative Committee Pediatric and Young Adult Outcomes Committee 12. Acceptance of Committee Reports (vote required). 13. General Public Comment. 14. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Princess Katana, 512/706-7136
10/13/2014
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 Board of Chiropractic Examiners
October 14, 2014 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower II, Room 225, Austin
Enforcement Committee Meeting 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
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 – 01:30 PM
Pat O'Rourke Recreation Center, Multipurpose Room 1, 901 N. Virginia St., El Paso
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
10/15/2014
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.
10/17/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 17, 2014 – 08:30 AM
1401 East 8th St. (Knapp Medical Center), Weslaco
HHSC 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 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
10/21/2014
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 – 01:00 PM
4900 N. Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Room 1420), Austin
Employment First Task Force 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
10/22/2014
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 22, 2014 – 09:00 AM
The Women's Center of Tarrant County, Community/Board Room, 1723 Hemphill St., 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 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: Martha.rodriguez@hhsc.state.tx.us
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
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 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
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
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