The following state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between September 2 and September 22.
9/5/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 5, 2017 – 08:30 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown Heatly Building, Room 5155), Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Small and Large, State-Operated Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability. Hearing. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed interim per diem Medicaid reimbursement rates for small and large, state-operated Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability (ICF/IID). 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. Proposal. HHSC proposes the following interim reimbursement rates for small and large state-operated ICF/IIDs to be effective retroactive to Sept. 1, 2017. Small State-Operated ICF/IID Facilities Proposed interim daily rate: $694.72. Large State-Operated ICF/IID Facilities – Medicaid Only clients Proposed interim daily rate: $949.04. Large State-Operated ICF/IID Facilities – Dual-eligible Medicaid/Medicare clients Proposed interim daily rate: $912.89. HHSC is proposing these interim rates so that adequate funds will be available to serve individuals residing in these facilities. The proposed interim rates account for actual and projected increases in costs to operate these facilities. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were determined in accordance with Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code §355.456(e), which addresses the reimbursement methodology for state-operated ICF/IID facilities. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available on or after Aug. 25, 2017. Those interested may also obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting the HHSC Rate Analysis Department by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email 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 instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or email. U.S. Mail: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751-2316. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
9/6/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 6, 2017 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown Heatly Building, Room 1530), Austin
Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Executive Committee AGENDA: Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Executive Committee September 6, 2017 9 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown Heatly Building Room 1530 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Call to order 2. Welcome/Introductions 3. Approval of meeting minutes from December 7, 2016, February 13, 2017, June 7, 2017, and July 24, 2017 4. Committee member updates 5. Discussion of Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council report to executive commissioner 6. Develop agenda items for upcoming council meeting on October 16, 2017 7. Public comment 8. Adjourn Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: 512/487-3380
9/7/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 7, 2017 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austim
AGENDA: Health and Human Services Commission Executive Council September 7, 2017 10 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 The Council meeting can be viewed live and on demand via streaming internet. The link to view the council meeting is http://texashhsc.swagit.com/live/. 1. Welcome and Opening Remarks a. Executive Council Membership b. 2018 Executive Council Meeting Dates c. HHSC Transformation Update 2. Information Presentations* a. Inspector General Quarterly Report b. Ombudsman Report c. Behavioral Health Advisory Committee 3. Proposed Rules* a. The Health and Human Services Commission proposes new sections, amendments, and repeals to certain sections in Title 40 Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Part 19, Chapter 743, Minimum Standards for Shelter Care, and Chapter 745, Licensing, concerning Background Checks b. The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes amendments to s19.212 and s19.2322 in Title 40 TAC, Part 1, Chapter 19, Nursing Facility Requirements for Licensure and Medicaid Certification, Subchapters C and X, concerning Nursing Facility Applications and Informal Reviews c. HHSC proposes amendments to '97.2, 97.13, and 97.17, and new s97.30 in Title 40 TAC, Part 1, Chapter 97, Licensing Standards for Home and Community Support Services Agencies, Subchapters A and B, concerning an Inpatient Unit at the Parent Agency of a Home and Community Support Services Agency d. HHSC proposes new rules to certain sections in Title 40 TAC, Part 1, Chapter 19, Nursing Facility Requirements for Licensure and Medicaid Certification; Chapter 90, Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability or Related Conditions; and Chapter 92, Licensing Standards for Assisted Living Facilities concerning Wheelchair Self-Release Seat Belts e. HHSC proposes an amendment to s353.1301 in Title 1 TAC, Part 15, Chapter 353, Medicaid Managed Care, Subchapter O, concerning Disallowance Provisions in Directed Payment General Provisions f. HHSC proposes an amendment to s353.1305 in Title 1 TAC, Part 15, Chapter 353, Reimbursement Rates, Subchapter O, concerning Uniform Hospital Rate Increase Program g. HHSC proposes new s355.315 in Title 1 TAC, Part 15, Chapter 355, Reimbursement Rates, Subchapter C, concerning Reimbursement Methodology for Preadmission Screening and Resident Review Specialized Services h. HHSC proposes new s355.8205 and s355.8206 in Title 1 TAC, Part 15, Chapter 355, Reimbursement Rates, Subchapter J, Division 11, and new rules to certain sections in Chapter 354, Medicaid Health Services, Subchapter D, Division 7, concerning the Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment Program Demonstration Years 7-8 i. The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) proposes amendments to certain sections in Title 25 TAC, Part 1, Chapter 97, Communicable Diseases, Subchapter G, concerning Vaccination Stamps j. DSHS proposes amendments to '37.142 – 37.145 in Title 25 TAC, Part 1, Chapter 37, Maternal and Infant Health Services, Subchapter G, concerning the Spinal Screening Program 4. Information Items a. HHSC prepared an amendment to s355.8221 in Title 1 TAC, Part 15, Chapter 355, Reimbursement Rates, Subchapter J, Division 12, concerning Reimbursement Methodology for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists b. HHSC adopted amendments to s355.308 in Title 1 TAC, Part 15, Chapter 355, Reimbursement Rates, Subchapter C, concerning Nursing Facility Direct Care Staff Enhancement Program c. HHSC adopted amendments to s355.112 and s355.723 in Title 1 TAC, Part 15, Chapter 355, Reimbursement Rates, Subchapters A and F, concerning Attendant Compensation Rate Enhancement Program and Reimbursement Methodology for Home and Community-based Services (HCS) and Texas Home Living (TxHmL) 5. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on these agenda items. The HHSC Executive Council will only review items listed on the agenda. Additional Information Contact: 512/428-1984
9/8/2017
Texas Medical Board
September 8, 2017 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 780, Austin
Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Application for Temporary Suspension With Notice. 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 8, 2017 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501), Austin
Board for Evaluation of Interpreters Advisory Committee AGENDA: Board for Evaluation of Interpreters Advisory Committee September 8, 2017 10 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 4501 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Call to order 2. Introductions 3. Health and Human Services leadership update 4. Adoption of Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) Advisory Committee bylaws 5. Adoption of minutes from the May 12, 2017, meeting 6. Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Director report 7. Executive session 8. Open session 9. Elect new BEI Chair 10. Adjourn Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Contact: Questions regarding agenda items, content, or meeting arrangements should be directed to Angela Bryant, BEI Program Administrator, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-407-3269, angela.bryant@hhsc.state.tx.us. This meeting is open to the public. No reservations are required, and there is no cost to attend this meeting. People with disabilities who wish to attend the meeting and require auxiliary aids or services should contact Bryant at 512-407-3269 at least 72 hours before the meeting so appropriate arrangements can be made. The Health and Human Services Commission BEI Advisory Board, a purely advisory body, complies with the Open Meetings Act. In accordance with the Act, the Board may enter into closed Executive Session for discussion and consideration of items posted on this agenda notice which involve: (a) pending or contemplated litigation matters or settlement offers requiring consultation with or advice from the Board's attorney, pursuant to Texas Government Code s551.071(1); (b) a matter in which the duty of the Board's attorney to the Board under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, pursuant to Texas Government Code s551.071(2); (c) a negotiated contract for a prospective gift or donation to the State or to the Board, pursuant to Texas Government Code s551.073; or (d) other matters as permitted pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code. The Board will reconvene following Executive Session for discussion of items considered in closed session and to take any final actions or vote on such matters in accordance with Texas Government Code s551.102. a. Matters relating to recommendations on possible disciplinary actions and settlement of disciplinary actions relating to BEI certified interpreters. b. Any other matter discussed on the agenda. If, during the discussion of any agenda item, a matter is raised that is appropriate for discussion in executive session the Board may, as permitted by law, adjourn into executive session to deliberate on the matter. Additional Information Contact: 512/407-3269
9/11/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 11, 2017 – 08:30 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 2530), Austin
Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Subcommittee AGENDA: Texas Council on Consumer Direction Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Subcommittee September 11, 2017 8:30 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 2530 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Roll call and Chair report 2. Vote on summary of June 12, 2017, subcommittee meeting 3. Presentation on Financial Management Services Agency Contract Monitoring and Performance Management 4. Presentation on Performance Design for Financial Management Services Agencies 5. Discuss handbook and progress 6. Discuss meeting's action items and December 5, 2017, agenda 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/730-7423
Department of State Health Services
September 11, 2017 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, 1100 West 49th Street, Tower Building, Room 607, Austin
Texas School Health Advisory Committee (TSHAC) The Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call meeting to order and introduction of members, staff, and guests. 2. Approval of the agenda for the September 11, 2017 TSHAC meeting. 3. Approval of the minutes from the March 27, 2017 TSHAC meeting. 4. Discussion and possible action regarding Recommendations for Offering Physical Activity Outside of the School Day. 5. Updates from the Texas Education Agency, Texas Department of Agriculture, and Texas Department of State Health Services. 6. Update from the Department of State Health Services on the status of the epinephrine auto-injector in schools rule project. 7. Update from the Texas Education Agency regarding Fitnessgram', including discussion and possible action regarding recommendations for coordinated school health related to the Fitnessgram'. 8. Discussion on Department of State Health Services' school health services resources. 9. Discussion and possible action regarding new Coordinated School Health data websites, agenda topics for local school health advisory council meetings, and the revised TSHAC document revision schedule. 10. Discussion and possible action regarding the next TSHAC meeting on November 13, 2017 and future 2018 TSHAC meeting dates. 11. Discussion and possible action regarding future TSHAC agenda topics and priorities. 12. Public comment. 13. Adjournment. Agenda items may be taken in any order at the discretion of the Presiding Officer. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Committee's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment agenda item. The Presiding Chair may establish and announce limitations on speakers, including time limits and when speakers may address the Committee. The limitations, if any, may vary from meeting to meeting. Additional Information Contact: Crystal Beard, 512/776-7279
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 11, 2017 – 12:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 2615), Austin
AGENDA: Texas Council on Consumer Direction Consumer Directed Services Processes and Expansion Subcommittee September 11, 2017 Noon Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 2615 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Roll call and Chair update 2. Vote on summary of June 12, 2017 subcommittee meeting 3. Presentation and discussion of waiver amendment process 4. Break 5. Presentation and discussion of Home and Community-based Services program and Consumer Directed Services expansion 6. Identify next steps of goals and further develop strategies 7. Review meeting's action items and future agenda topics 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/730-7423
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 11, 2017 – 03:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 2615), Austin
Training and Outreach Subcommittee AGENDA: Texas Council on Consumer Direction Training and Outreach Subcommittee September 11, 2017 3 p.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 2615 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Roll call and chair update 2. Review summary of June 12, 2017, subcommittee meeting 3. Vote on outstanding items, including subcommittee goals and mission 4. Update from members on gathering and cataloging training materials assigned at last meeting 5. Discuss action items and future agenda items 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/730-7423
9/12/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 12, 2017 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Texas Council on Consumer Direction AGENDA: Texas Council on Consumer Direction September 12, 2017 10 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Introductions; Chair and Vice-Chair updates 2. Accept nominations for a new chair and vote to elect a new chair 3. Review and approve minutes from June 13, 2017, meeting 4. Electronic Visit Verification update 5. Consumer Directed Services rates 6. Post-legislative session update 7. Board of Nursing discussion 8. Lunch break 9. Intellectual and Developmental Disability Systems Redesign Advisory Committee update 10. State agency representative updates, including utilization chart review 11. Subcommittee updates and next steps 12. Public comment 13. Discuss meeting's action items and December 5, 2017, agenda 14. Adjourn Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: 512/730-7423
9/15/2017
Texas Board of Nursing
September 15, 2017 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Dr., Austin
Eligibility & Disciplinary Advisory Committee TEXAS BOARD OF NURSING 333 GUADALUPE STREET, SUITE 3-460 AUSTIN, TX 78701 Agenda for Eligibility & Disciplinary Advisory Committee Meeting William P. Hobby Building, Tower III, Room 102 Friday, September 15, 2017- 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order. 2. Review and Approval of the Agenda. 3. Review and Approval of the Meeting Minutes of August 11, 2017. 4. Review and Discussion of proposed changes to Board Rule 213.28. 5. Review and Discussion of the Sunset Commission's adopted Recommendation 2.1 and amendments to Board Rules 213.27 and 217.12. 6. Items for Future Agenda. 7. Set Future Meeting Date. 8. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Jena Abel, 512/305-6822
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 15, 2017 – 10:30 AM
701 West 51st St. ( Health and Human Services Commission, John H. Winters Human Services Comple, Public Hearing Rooms 125W and 125), Austin
Nursing Facility Administrators Advisory Committee AGENDA: Nursing Facility Administrators Advisory Committee September 15, 2017 10:30 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission John H. Winters Human Services Complex Public Hearing Rooms 125W and 125C 701 West 51st St. Austin, Texas 78751 1. Approval of minutes of June 16, 2017, meeting 2. Administrator-in-training workgroup update 3. Review nursing facility administrator cases referred 4. Discuss future Nursing Facility Administrators Advisory Committee meetings and agenda topics Public comment may be taken on any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-4417
9/19/2017
Texas Medical Disclosure Panel
September 19, 2017 – 01:30 PM
Exchange Building, 8407 Wall Street, Room N-218, Austin
The Panel will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order I. Introduction of members and guests. II. Approval of minutes from the May 19, 2017 meeting. III. Update and possible action regarding study on readability levels of consent forms/lists. IV. Review and discussion of comments received regarding proposed changes to Chapter 601 and possible approval to publish as adopted. V. Review, discussion and action related to request from Mr. Gary Fomby regarding inclusion on List A of Stress on Surgical Wounds. VI. Review, discussion and possible action related to updates of Sections 601.2 – 601.3. a. (m) Nervous system treatments and procedures b. (b) Cardiovascular system c. (h) Hematic and lymphatic system VII. Physician Vacancies. VIII. Public Comment. IX. Next meeting date. X. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Pamela Adams, 512/834-6600
9/20/17
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 20, 2017 – 9:00 AM
701 West 51st St. ( Health and Human Services Commission, John H. Winters Building, Public Hearing Room), Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Anesthesia Services. Hearing. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for Anesthesia Services. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. The payment rates for Anesthesia Services are proposed to be effective November 1, 2017. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code: §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; §355.8221, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for certified registered nurse anesthetists; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payments rates will be available on or after September 6, 2017. Interested parties may obtain a copy of the briefing package online here or by contacting Rate Analysis by telephone at (512) 730-7401; by fax at (512) 730-7475; or by e-mail at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or email. U.S. Mail: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751-2316. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
9/22/17
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
September 22, 2017 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown Heatly Building, Room 5155), Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rate for Truman W. Smith Children’s Care Center. Hearing. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed payment rate for the Truman W. Smith Children’s Care Center, a nursing facility in the pediatric care facility special reimbursement class of the Nursing Facility program. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. HHSC proposes to decrease the payment rate for the pediatric care facility special reimbursement class, of which the Truman W. Smith Children’s Care Center is the sole provider, from $270.17 a day to $269.75 a day. The proposed rate will be effective to Sept. 1, 2017. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rate was calculated in accordance with Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code §355.307, which addresses the reimbursement setting methodology for nursing facilities. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rate will be available on or after Sept. 8, 2017. Those interested may also obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting the HHSC Rate Analysis Department by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us. In addition, the briefing package will be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or email. U.S. Mail: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, TX 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, Brown-Heatly Building, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751-2316. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us