The following state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between February 11, 2017 and March 3, 2017.
2/13/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 13, 2017 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 1410), Austin
Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Bylaws Committee AGENDA: Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Bylaws Committee February 13, 2017 9 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 1410 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Call to order 2. Welcome/Introductions 3. Committee member updates 4. Review and discuss committee goals and future projects 5. Public comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Irma Villarreal, 512/377-0646
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 13, 2017 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 1530), Austin
Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Membership Committee AGENDA: Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Membership Committee February 13, 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. Committee member updates 4. Review and discuss committee goals and future projects 5. Public comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Irma Villarreal, 512/377-0646
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 13, 2017 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501), Austin
Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Legislative and Policy Committee AGENDA: Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Legislative and Policy Committee February 13, 2017 9 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. Welcome/Introductions 3. Committee member updates 4. Review and discuss committee goals and future projects 5. Public comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Irma Villarreal, 512/377-0646
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 13, 2017 – 10:15 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd.(Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 1530), Austin
Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Services and Supports Committee AGENDA: Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Services and Supports Committee February 13, 2017 10:15 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. Committee member updates 4. Review and discuss committee goals and future projects 5. Public comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Irma Villarreal, 512/377-0646
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 13, 2017 – 10:15 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501), Austin
Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Executive Committee AGENDA: Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Executive Committee February 13, 2017 10:15 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. Welcome/Introductions 3. Committee member updates 4. Review and discuss committee goals and future projects 5. Public comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Irma Villarreal, 512/377-0646
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 13, 2017 – 10:15 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 1410), Austin
Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Education and Awareness Committee AGENDA: Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council Education and Awareness Committee February 13, 2017 10:15 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 1410 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Call to order 2. Welcome/Introductions 3. Committee member updates 4. Review and discuss committee goals and future projects 5. Public comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Irma Villarreal, 512/377-0646
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 13, 2017 – 11:30 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council AGENDA: Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council February 13, 2017 11:30 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 Conference Call: Call In: 1-877-226-9790 Guest Code: 7071613 1. Call to order 2. Welcome/Introductions 3. History of the Texas Brain Injury Advisory Council (TBIAC) 4. Discussion of TBIAC Report 5. Discussion of committee business a. Executive Committee b. Education and Awareness Committee c. Legislative and Policy Committee d. Services and Supports Committee e. Bylaws Committee f. Membership Committee 6. Open Meetings Act training 7. Ethics discussion 8. Public comment 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Irma Villarreal, 512/337-0646
2/14/2017
Texas Board of Nursing
February 14, 2017 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Ste. 3-460, Austin
Eligibility and Disciplinary Committee TEXAS BOARD OF NURSING Eligibility and Disciplinary Committee Meeting AGENDA February 14, 2017 I. CALL TO ORDER-8:30 A.M. II. REVIEW OF THE AGENDA III. REVIEW OF THE MINUTES: December 13, 2016, Committee Meeting; January 6, 2017, Emergency Meeting; January 13, 2017, Emergency Meeting; January 31, 2017, Emergency Meeting IV. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS V. ACTIONS. Additional Information Contact: Krystal Mendoza, 512/305-6869
Department of State Health Services
February 14, 2017 – 10:30 AM
Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Moreton Building, Room M-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Centers of Excellence for Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy Sub-Committee Call to Order/Roll Call – Dr. Frank Cho, Chair Discussion and possible action to approve the January 17, 2017 Meeting Minutes – Dr. Frank Cho, Chair Update from the Sub-Committee Chair – Dr. Frank Cho, Chair Discussion and possible action on the following items: – Sub-Committee Members 1. Finalize Nursing/Ancillary workgroup report and discussion 2. Finalize Outcomes workgroup report and discussion 3. Finalize draft for The Centers of Excellence for Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy rules General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Farewell and Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Jewell Potter, 512/834-6743
2/15/2017
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
February 15, 2017 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe St. Ste. 3-825, Austin
Enforcement Committee Enforcement Committee Meeting William P. Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Room 225 Austin, Texas 78701 February 15, 2017 9:00 AM Agenda The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners' Enforcement Committee will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the committee which are listed in the agenda, as follows: Pending Complaints (including cases recommended for closure) #s: 2016-161, 2016-165, 2016-166, 2016-167, 2016-183, 2016-185, 2016-196, 2016-199, 2016-246, 2016-247, 2016-273, 2016-274, 2016-295, 2017-017, 2017-018, 2017-019, 2017-021, 2017-067, 2017-072, 2017-101, 2017-136, 2017-141, 2017-142, 2017-143, 2017-148, 2017-174, 2017-197. Requests to expunge #'s: 104-212, 110-205 & 210, 110-263, 2013-184, 2014-078, 2014-088. 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. Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning business, activities or issues. Additional Information Contact: Mary Feys, 512/305-6901
Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Oversight Committee
February 15, 2017 – 11:00 AM
1200 E. Anderson Lane, Board Room 1.170, Austin
Oversight Committee Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 1200 E. Anderson Lane, Austin, TX 78752 Board Room 1.170 February 15, 2017 11:00 a.m. The Oversight Committee may discuss or take action regarding any item on this agenda, and as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq., may meet in closed session concerning any purpose permitted by the Act. Anyone wishing to offer public comments must notify the Chief Executive Officer in writing prior to the start of the meeting. The Committee may limit the time a member of the public may speak. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call/Excused Absences 3. Adoption of Minutes from the November 17, 2016 meeting 4. Public Comment 5. Grantee Presentations 6. Chief Executive Officer Report – CEO Report Pursuant to Health & Safety Code – 102.260(c) 7. Chief Compliance Officer Report 8. Chief Scientific Officer Report and Grant Award Recommendations – RP170259 Contract Amendment 9. Chief Prevention and Communications Officer Report and Grant Award Recommendations 10. Chief Product Development Officer Report – Standard Revenue Sharing Terms – Matching Requirements for Second Awards – RP110508/DP160057 Contract Amendment – CP120038 Contract Amendment 11. Scientific Research and Prevention Program Committee Appointments 12. Advisory Committee on Childhood Cancers Appointments 13. Internal Auditor Report 14. Advisory Committee on Childhood Cancers – Annual Report 15. University Advisory Committee – Annual Report 16. Amendments to 25 T.A.C. Chapters 701 and 703 – Final Order Approving Amendments to Chapter 703 – Proposed Amendments to Chapters 701 and 703 and Authorization to Publish in Texas Register 17. Chief Operating Officer Report 18. Subcommittee Business 19. Compliance Investigation Pursuant to Health & Safety Code – 102.2631 20. Consultation with General Counsel 21. Future Meeting Dates and Agenda Items 22. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kristen Doyle, 512/463-3190
2/16/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 16, 2017 – 09:00 AM
701 West 51st St., Department of Aging and Disability Services, John H. Winters Building, Public Hearing Room, Austin
Medical Care Advisory Committee AGENDA: Medical Care Advisory Committee February 16, 2017 9 a.m. Meeting Site: Department of Aging and Disability Services John H. Winters Building Public Hearing Room 701 West 51st St. Austin, TX 78751 1. Opening comments: Gilbert Handal, M.D., Medical Care Advisory Committee Chair 2. Comments from the Associate Commissioner for Medicaid and CHIP Services Department, Jami Snyder, Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) 3. Approval of November 10, 2016, meeting minutes (Vote required) INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 4. General Provisions* 5. Regional Uniform Rate Increases for Hospital Services* 6. Quality Incentive Payment Program (QIPP) for Nursing Facilities* 7. Cost Report Field Audits* 8. Substitute Dentists* 9. Life Safety Code and Bed Suspension for an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability or Related Conditions (ICF/IID)* 10. Transition to Managed Care for Medicaid Breast and Cervical Cancer, Adoption Assistance, and Permanency Care Assistance Populations; Managed Care for Former Foster Care Children* 11. Public comment 12. Proposed next meeting: June 15, 2017, at 9 a.m. 13. Adjourn. Full agenda available here *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Suzanna Carter, 512/730-7423
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
February 16, 2017 – 09:30 AM
333 Guadalupe St. Ste. 3-825, Austin
Rules Committee TEXAS BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS William P. Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe, Suite 3825 Austin, Texas 78701 Rules Committee Meeting: 9:30 a.m. Hobby Building, Tower 2, Room 225 February 16, 2017 RULES COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Agenda: The Rules Committee of the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners will consider and act on matters within the jurisdiction of the Committee which are listed on this agenda. The Committee may meet from time to time in executive session with respect to the agenda items as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code. 7.0 RULES COMMITTEE BUSINESS 7.1 Discussion and Consideration of Rule Amendments. 7.1.1 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.1 (Grossly Unprofessional Conduct). 7.1.2 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.10 (Schedule of Sanctions). 7.2.0 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 7.3.0 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Mary Feys, 512/305-6901
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
February 16, 2017 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe St. Ste. 3-825, Austin
Licensure and Education Committee TEXAS BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS William P. Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe, Suite 3825 Austin, Texas 78701 Licensure and Education Committee Meeting: 10:00 a.m. Hobby Building, Tower 2, Room 225 February 16, 2017 LICENSURE AND EDUCATION COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA The Licensure and Educational Committee of the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the Committee which are listed on this agenda. The Committee may meet from time to time in executive session with respect to the agenda items as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code. 5. LICENSURE AND EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS COMMITTEE BUSINESS 5.1 Request to Sit for the Texas Jurisprudence Examination. 5.1.1 Hector Reyes III, New Applicant. 5.1.2 Danny Vannoy, New Applicant. 5.1.3 Mona Abdalla, New Applicant. 5.2 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 5.3 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Mary Feys, 512/305-6901
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners
February 16, 2017 – 01:00 PM
333 Guadalupe St. Ste. 3-825, Austin
Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners TEXAS BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS William P. Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe, Suite 3825 Austin, Texas 78701 BOARD MEETING: 1:00 p.m. – Adjournment Hobby Building, Tower 2, Room 225 Thursday, February 16, 2017 BOARD MEETING AGENDA The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners will consider and act, if necessary, on matters within the jurisdiction of the Board which are listed on this agenda. The Board may meet from time to time in executive session with respect to the agenda items as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code. 1.0 CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL & ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM. Call to Order, Roll Call and Establishment of a Quorum. Vote as necessary on excusing any absent Board members. 2.0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Approval of minutes from the November 17, 2016, Board Meeting. 3.0 PUBLIC COMMENTS. Forum for licensees, the general public or other interested stakeholders to address the Board. 4.0 AGENCY & BOARD UPDATES. 4.1 President's Report. 4.2 Executive Director's Report. The Executive Director and Staff will present written and oral reports to the Board concerning matters relevant to each department. Staff Directors will answer questions from the Board members concerning any agency operations, legislative issues and other matters of concern to the Board. 4.3 Administrative Procedures. The Board will review, consider and take action to adopt revised Administrative Procedures. 4.4 Board Member & Committee Assignments. The Board will discuss appointments (if any) of future Board members and new committee chairs and rotation. 5.0 LICENSURE AND EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS COMMITTEE BUSINESS. 5.1.0 Request to Sit for the Texas Jurisprudence Examination. 5.1.1 Hector Reyes III, New Applicant. 5.1.2 Danny Vannoy, New Applicant. 5.1.3 Mona Abdalla, New Applicant. 5.2.0 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 6.0 ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE BUSINESS. 6.1.0 Consideration of Accepted Agreed Orders. The Board will receive a report from the Enforcement Committee concerning Agreed Orders that have been recommended by the Enforcement Committee and accepted by the Respondents pursuant to the Chiropractic Act 6.6.0 Comments from Enforcement Chair on any Committee business, activities or issues. 7.0 RULES COMMITTEE BUSINESS. 7.1 Discussion and Consideration of Rule Amendments. 7.1.1 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.1 (Grossly Unprofessional Conduct). 7.1.2 Discussion and consideration to adopt amendment to Rule 78.10 (Schedule of Sanctions). 7.1.3 Discussion and consideration of rule petition regarding Rule 78.14 (Acupuncture). 7.2 Discussion and comments from Committee Chair concerning Committee business, activities or issues. 8.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION. The Board may meet in Executive Session for consultation with counsel pursuant to Section 551.071, Government Code, wherein the Board and essential staff will receive a briefing from assigned Assistant Attorney General and General Counsel concerning pending or contemplated litigation and settlement offers including but not limited to: Appeal of the Texas Medical Association lawsuit against the Board regarding Rule 78.13 Scope of Practice, authorizing certified D.C.'s to perform VestibularOcularNystagmus testing; and the lawsuit's challenge to diagnosis and definitions of musculoskeletal system' and subluxation complex. Texas Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine lawsuit against the Board, and the lawsuit remand to trial court, regarding Board Rule 78.14 allowing certified and/or trained chiropractors to perform acupuncture. The Board will reconvene in open session after Executive Session to vote on items considered in Executive Session as necessary. 9.0 CONSIDERATION OF MOTIONS RELATED TO ITEMS DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION. Board members will have the opportunity to offer motions related to any items discussed in Executive Session. Consideration of Motions Related to Executive Session. 10.0 FINAL ITEMS. Call for future items for discussion and/or consideration by the Board. Future meeting dates. The planned Board meeting dates for calendar year 2017 are subject to change: May 18, 2017 August 17, 2017 November 16, 2017 ** All planned board meeting dates after this meeting may be found on the agency's website under Calendar' at www.tbce.state.tx.us. All dates are tentative until posted in the Texas Register. Future Enforcement Committee dates: May 17, 2017 August 16, 2017 November 15, 2017 Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Mary Feys, 512/305-6901
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 16, 2017 – 01:30 PM
Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd.
Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Respiratory Equipment and Supplies. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC will broadcast the public hearing. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Respiratory Equipment and Supplies are proposed to be effective March 1, 2017. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code: §355.8021, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for home health services and durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at on or after Feb. 2, 2017. Those interested may obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting Rate Analysis by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or email: U.S. Mail: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 P.O. Box 149030 Austin, TX 78714-9030, Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 Brown-Heatly Building 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751, Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401, Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475, Email RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 16, 2017 – 01:30 PM
Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd.
Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Mobility Aids (E0956). 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 will be archived and can be accessed on demand. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Mobility Aids (E0956) are proposed to be effective April 1, 2017. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code: §355.8021, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for home health services and durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at on or after Feb. 2, 2017. Those interested may obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting Rate Analysis by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or email: U.S. Mail: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 P.O. Box 149030 Austin, TX 78714-9030, Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 Brown-Heatly Building 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751, Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401, Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475, Email RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 16, 2017 – 01:30 PM
Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd.
Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC will broadcast the public hearing. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review are proposed to be effective April 1, 2017 for the following services: Non-Clinical Laboratory Services; Temporary National "S" Codes (Services and Supplies); Physician Administered Drugs – Non-Oncology; Physician Administered Drugs – Oncology; Medical and Surgical Supplies; and Durable Medical Equipment – "E" Codes. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code: §355.8021, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for home health services and durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies; §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; 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 payment rates will be available at on or after Feb. 2, 2017. Those interested may obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting Rate Analysis by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or email: U.S. Mail: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 P.O. Box 149030 Austin, TX 78714-9030, Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 Brown-Heatly Building 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751, Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401, Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475, Email RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 16, 2017 – 01:30 PM
Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 North Lamar Blvd.
Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Quarterly Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Updates. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282, which requires public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. HHSC will broadcast the public hearing. The broadcast will be archived and can be accessed on demand. Proposal. The payment rates for the Quarterly HCPCS review of procedure codes J7202, J2786, C9482, C9483, and C9744 are proposed to be effective April 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; 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 payment rates will be available at on or after Feb. 2, 2017. Those interested may obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting Rate Analysis by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing. Written Comments. Written comments regarding the proposed payment rates may be submitted instead of, or in addition to, oral testimony until 5 p.m. the day of the hearing. Written comments may be sent by U.S. mail, overnight mail, special delivery mail, hand delivery, fax, or email: U.S. Mail: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 P.O. Box 149030 Austin, TX 78714-9030, Overnight mail, special delivery mail, or hand delivery: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Attention: Rate Analysis, Mail Code H-400 Brown-Heatly Building 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751, Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401, Fax Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475, Email RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
2/17/2017
Department of State Health Services
February 17, 2017 – 08:30 AM
Austin – Health and Human Services Commission, MHMR Center, Conference Room 164, 909 West 45th Street, Austin
Texas Radiation Advisory Board Meeting (TRAB) Topic Research Committee TRAB's Topic Research Committee will convene as posted to hear, consider, discuss and take formal action, as applicable and necessary, on the following agenda items: 1. Call to Order 2. Introduction of guests 3. Review and, as needed, discuss and take possible action concerning amendment and/or approval of the minutes of the December 9, 2016 TRAB Topic Research Committee meeting 4. Routine and Continuing Business A. Update on rulemaking priorities (Flynn, DSHS) B. Criminal background checks for Category 3 source licensees, the results of the survey of other states' practices, and possible recommendation for Legislative action 5. New Business: A. Reorganize the TRAB's Publications web page B. Review/updating of older Advisories and Position Statements on the Publications web page C. TCEQ rulemaking for flexibility to invoice WCS for cost recovery D. Identify any additional topics that need further research to be addressed by the TRAB E. Identify topics to recommend for further discussion and/or to be addressed at future meetings of the Medical Committee, Industrial, Nuclear Power, Uranium, and Waste (INUW) Committee, or full Board 6. Public Comments 7. Summarize Committee meeting and recommendations for Committee Report and proposed action items for TRAB and for future agenda items for TRAB, the Medical Committee, or INUW Committees 8. Identification of Agenda Items for next or future Topic Research Committee Meeting 9. Adjourn At the discretion of the Chair, agenda items may be taken in any order and public comment may be permitted in connection with any agenda item. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Board's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Robert.J.Emery@uth.tmc.edu
Department of State Health Services
February 17, 2017 – 09:00 AM
Austin – Health and Human Services Commission, MHMR Center, Conference Room 164, 909 West 45th Street, Austin
Texas Radiation Advisory Board Meeting (TRAB) Industrial, Nuclear Power, Uranium and Waste Committee TRAB's Industrial, Nuclear Power, Uranium and Waste (INUW) Committee will convene as posted to hear, consider, discuss and take formal action, as applicable and necessary, on the following agenda items: 1. Call to Order 2. Introduction of guests 3. Review and, as needed, discuss and take possible action concerning amendment and/or approval of the minutes of the December 9, 2016 TRAB Industrial, Nuclear Power, Uranium and Waste Committee meeting 4. Routine and Continuing Business: A. Update and discussion on the Texas Low Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Facility (Maguire, TCEQ) B. Update on Interim Storage of Spent Fuel activities (Free, DSHS) C. Update on Acquisition of WCS by Energy Solutions 5. New Business A. Petition to Revise 30 TAC s305.62 (Amendments); 30 TAC s331.84 (Monitoring Requirements); 30 TAC s331.105 (Monitoring Standards); 30 TAC s331.107 (Restoration); 30 TAC s336.109 (Fees after Request for Termination of License); and 30 TAC s336.208 (Radiation Safety Officer). B. TCEQ rulemaking for flexibility to invoice WCS for cost recovery 6. Public Comments 7. Summarize Committee meeting and recommendations for Committee Report and proposed action items for TRAB 8. Identification of Future Meeting Topics for this Committee At the discretion of the Chair, agenda items may be taken in any order and public comment may be permitted in connection with any agenda item. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Board's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment agenda item. Additional Information Contact: mlucas0217@gmail.com
Department of State Health Services
February 17, 2017 – 09:00 AM
Austin – Health and Human Services Commission, MHMR Center, Conference Room 240, 909 West 45th, Street
Texas Radiation Advisory Board Meeting (TRAB) Medical Committee TRAB's Medical Committee will convene as posted to hear, consider, discuss and take formal action, as applicable and necessary, on the following agenda items: 1. Call to Order 2. Introduction of guests 3. Review and, as needed, discuss and take possible action concerning amendment and/or approval of the minutes of the December 9, 2016 TRAB Medical Committee meeting 4. Routine and Continuing Business: A. Cutaneous electronic brachytherapy for superficial XRT (Medicare not reimbursed): Brief follow up (L Bruedigan-DSHS) B. Radiation Control Protection inspection status of unannounced inspections: Brief update (H Watkins-DSHS) C. Current status of FDA to adopt the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards: (L. Bruedigan-DSHS) D. Advisory State on Public Better Understanding of Radiation: – 1) Adding Typical Patient Radiation Exposures to the TRAB's Advisory Statement for a Better Understanding of Radiation; Edit public resources (most common x-ray/CT and equate with common language (i.e., background radiation): (Metter). – 2) How does this fit into the broader TRAB Advisory Statement for a Better Understanding of Radiation 5. New Business A. Discussion of the Occupational Safety and Health Admin. regulations, in Title 29, s1910.1096, Ionizing Radiation, compliance resources for Texas X-ray Machine Registrants (Emery) B. Increasing accessibility to IEC standards (currently cannot copy or print): DSHS C. Two 2017 articles on the Linear No-Threshold Model controversy (Emery) D. TCEQ rulemaking for flexibility to invoice WCS for cost recovery 6. Public Comments 7. Summarize Committee meeting and recommendations for Committee Report and proposed action items for TRAB. 8. Identification of Agenda Items for next Medical Committee Meeting 9. Adjourn At the discretion of the Chair, agenda items may be taken in any order and public comment may be permitted in connection with any agenda item. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Board's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment agenda item.
Additional Information Contact: metter@uthscsa.edu
Department of State Health Services
February 17, 2017 – 10:30 AM
Austin – Health and Human Services Commission, MHMR Center, Conference Room 164, 909 West 45th Street, Austin
Texas Radiation Advisory Board Meeting (TRAB) The Board will convene as posted to hear, consider, discuss and take formal action, as applicable and necessary, on the following agenda items, as time allows: 1. Call to order 2. Introductions of guests 3. Review and, as needed, discuss and take possible action concerning amendment and/or approval of the minutes of the December 9, 2016 meeting 4. Committee Reports and Recommendations A. Industrial, Nuclear Power, Uranium and Waste Committee B. Medical Committee C. Topic Research Committee 5. Program Reports A. Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) B. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) C. Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) D. Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact Commission (TLLRWDCC) E. U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission – DeAnn Walker, State Liaison Officer 6. Routine and Continuing Business: A. Status report concerning updating the Laser Safety regulations to the latest ANSI Standards (Flynn, DSHS) B. Report on Health and Human Services System (HHSS) Transformation Plan (DSHS) 7. New Business A. Update on the Preventive Nuclear and Radiological Detection Committee of the Texas Nuclear Sector Working Group (Free/Hageman) 8. Public Comments 9. Identification of Agenda Items and/or topics for next or future TRAB or TRAB Committee Meetings 10. Adjourn At the discretion of the Chair, agenda items may be taken in any order and public comment may be permitted in connection with any agenda item. An individual who wishes to speak on an issue that falls under the Board's jurisdiction shall be heard during the Public Comment agenda item. Additional Information Contact: John P. Hageman, jph@swri.org
Texas Medical Board
February 17, 2017 – 02:00 PM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Executive Search Committee 1. Call to order and roll call. 2. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action related to the Executive Director position/search. 3. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
2/21/2017
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
February 21, 2017 – 10:00 AM
1200 E. Anderson Lane Board Room, Austin
Health Science Programs of Study Advisory Committee This meeting will be web-cast through the Coordinating Board's website at: http://www.thecb.state.tx.us AGENDA I. Welcome and call to order II. Review of minutes/notes from the June 21, 2016 Health Science Program of Study Advisory Committee meeting III. Public testimony on agenda items IV. Review of Health Science Programs of Study (POS) Subcommittee reports a. Rehabilitative Services POS Subcommittee i. Subcommittee report on POS activity, including Subcommittee recommendations ii. Discussion and considerations of recommendations b. Emergency Medical Services POS Subcommittee i. Subcommittee report on POS activity, including Subcommittee recommendations ii. Discussion and consideration of recommendations V. Discussion and consideration of establishment and development of additional Health Science Programs of Study Subcommittees VI. Discussion of future agenda items and resources required for next meeting VII. Discussion of timeline and future meeting date(s) VIII. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Duane Hiller, 512/427-6440
2/22/2017
Statewide Health Coordinating Council
February 22, 2017 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, 1100 West 49th Street, Room M-100, Austin
Texas Center for Nursing Workforce Studies (TCNWS) Advisory Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Establish Quorum and Approval of Excused Absences 3. Review of February 22, 2017 Agenda 4. The following items are for discussion and possible action: A. Minutes of November 14, 2016 meeting B. Nursing Education Program Information Survey Reports – Cate Campbell, Amanda Ingram, Tim Hawkins C. Update from the TCNWS – Cate Campbell D. Committee Vacancies and New Appointments E. Organizational Updates – Texas Nurses Association – Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board – Texas Board of Nursing 5. Public Comment 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Pam Lauer, 512/776-6723
2/23/2017
Statewide Health Coordinating Council
February 23, 2017 – 10:00 AM
DSHS Main Campus, Moreton Building, Room M-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
The Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Chairman's welcome and introductions 2. Establish a quorum – Roll call and possible action to approve excused absences 3. Discussion and possible action to approve October 13, 2016 Meeting Minutes 4. SHCC agency representatives' reports a. Health and Human Services Commission b. Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services c. Texas Department of State Health Services d. Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board 5. SHCC discussion of 2019-2020 Update to the Texas State Health Plan report 6. Report on SHCC representation on the Health and Human Services Commission's E-Health Advisory Committee 7. Health Professions Resource Center and SHCC project director's report 8. Texas Center for Nursing Workforce Studies report 9. Administrative items and next steps a. 2017 SHCC meeting dates: 6/8/2017, 10/26/2017 10. Public comment and adjourn Note: The Statewide Health Coordinating Council may act upon any agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Matt Turner, 512/776-6541
2/24/2017
Department of State Health Services
February 24, 2017 – 12:30 PM
Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, Room M-653, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Newborn Screening Advisory Committee Public attendees who wish to attend the meeting must be physically present as the call-in option is not available to the public. The Advisory Committee will meet via Conference Call to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Welcome and Introductions Action: Review and Approval of Minutes for October 14, 2016 Committee Discussion: Second Screen Impact to Small Practices Update: Newborn Hearing Screening TKIDS' and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Consent Update: Newborn Screening Fee Increase Pompe: A Clinical and Patient Perspective Clinical Perspective on MPS-1 Action: Cost Estimate for Pompe and MPS-1 Update: Laboratory Continuous Quality Improvement Plan Public Comment Future Agenda Items / Confirm Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Beth Rider, 512/776-7111
2/27/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 27, 2017 – 08:30 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 2530), Austin
Texas Council on Consumer Direction Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Subcommittee AGENDA: Texas Council on Consumer Direction Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Subcommittee February 27, 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. Welcome and introductions 2. Review subcommittee guidelines 3. Define and describe subcommittee's name 4. Discuss and identify subcommittee's 2017 goals 5. Public comment 6. Discuss action items and next meeting agenda topics 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Suzanna Carter, 512/730-7423
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 27, 2017 – 12:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 2615), Austin
Texas Council on Consumer Direction Consumer Directed Services Processes and Expansion Subcommittee AGENDA: Texas Council on Consumer Direction Consumer Directed Services Processes and Expansion Subcommittee February 27, 2017 Noon Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 2615 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Introductions; Chair update 2. Review and vote on summary of January 30, 2017, subcommittee meeting 3. Review and vote on subcommittee mission and goals 4. Discuss how to better define subcommittee goals and strategies 5. Plan subcommittee meetings and training opportunities for the next 12 months 6. Public comment 7. Review agenda and action items and next steps 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Suzanna Carter, 512/730-7423
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 27, 2017 – 03:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 2615), Austin
Texas Council on Consumer Direction Training and Outreach Subcommittee AGENDA: Texas Council on Consumer Direction Training and Outreach Subcommittee February 27, 2017 3 p.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Room 2615 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review subcommittee guidelines 3. Define and describe subcommittee's name 4. Discuss and identify subcommittee's 2017 goals 5. Public comment 6. Discuss action items and next meeting agenda topics 7. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Suzanna Carter, 512/730-7423
2/28/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 28, 2017 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Rooms), Austin
AGENDA: Texas Council on Consumer Direction February 28, 2017 10 a.m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Rooms 4900 North Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 1. Introductions; Chair and Vice-Chair updates 2. Review and approve minutes from December 2016, meeting (vote required) 3. Review and vote on bylaws, mission, vision, and values (vote required) 4. External Relations and legislation process 5. Office of the Ombudsman overview 6. STAR Kids overview 7. Lunch 8. Health Plan Management Complaint Process 9. State agency representative updates including utilization chart review* 10. Break 11. Subcommittee updates and next steps* 12. Roles, responsibilities, and relationships among service coordinators, financial management service agencies, and participants* 13. Public comment 14. Discuss June 13, 2017, agenda and action items 15. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Suzanna Carter, 512/730-7423
3/1/2017
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 1, 2017 – 12:00 PM
909 West 45th St., Austin State Hospital Campus, Building 552, Training Room 125, Austin
Forensic Subcommittee Meeting AGENDA: Joint Committee on Access and Forensic Services Forensic Subcommittee Meeting March 1, 2017 Noon Meeting Site: Austin State Hospital Campus Building 552 Training Room 125 909 West 45th St. Austin, TX 78751 Teleconference Access: 1-877-820-7831 Passcode: 324529 1. Opening remarks and introductions 2. Public comment 3. Discussion of the forensic services continuum of care* 4. Review and discussion of current waitlist for inpatient forensic services* 5. Discussion of how individuals move through inpatient treatment services, to include maximum security* 6. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Dr. Erin Foley, 512/206-5056
