The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between January 23 and February 12.
1/25/2016
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
January 25, 2016 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-225, Austin
Interagency Prescription Monitoring Program Work Group I. Call to Order and Welcome (9:00 a.m.) II. Introductions III. Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes Held October 19, 2015 IV. Update on Selection of Vendor V. Discussion Regarding Timeline of Project VI. Open Discussion VII. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Allison Benz, 512/305-8037
Health and Human Services Transition Legislative Oversight Committee
January 25, 2016 – 1:30 PM
Capitol Extension Building, E1.036, Austin
The Transition Legislative Oversight Committee will meet on Monday, January 25, 2016 at 1:30pm to hear invited testimony only. Additional Information Contact: Sen. Nelson, 512/463-0112
1/26/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 26, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Hospitals of Providence Sierra Campus, Lower Level, 1625 Medical Center, El Paso
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 26, 2016 – 10:30 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission. Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
The Perinatal Advisory Council This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp the day and time of the meeting. 1. Call to order 2. Roll call 3. Approval of the minutes (Meeting November 17, 2015). 4. Status of draft rules proposed for Neonatal Levels of Care. 5. Status on House Bill 2131 Subcommittee recruitment.* 6. Lunch (Recess) 7. Discussion on Maternal Levels of Care.* 8. Public comment 9. Set agendas, dates, times, and locations of upcoming meetings in 2016. 10. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: David Williams, 512/380-4374
Senate Finance Committee
January 26, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Capitol Extension Building, E1.036, Austin
The Senate Finance Committee will hold a hearing for the following two reasons: (1) The Comptroller of Public Accounts and the Legislative Budget Board will provide testimony on the impact of oil prices and production on state revenue and the budget. (Invited testimony only) (2) The Committee will hear testimony on the following interim charge: Monitor the state's progress in coordinating behavioral health services and expenditures across state government, pursuant to Article IX Sec. 10.04. Identify ways state agencies that provide mental health services are collaborating and taking steps to eliminate redundancy, create efficiency, utilize best practices, ensure optimal service delivery, and demonstrate expenditures are coordinated and in furtherance of a behavioral health statewide strategic plan. Identify barriers that prevent the coordination of behavioral health services. Make recommendations to maximize use of state funding for mental health. (Invited and public testimony) Contact: Stephanie Hoover (512) 463-0370
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 26, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Hospitals of Providence Sierra Campus, Lower Level, 1625 Medical Center, El Paso
STAR Kids – Provider Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 26, 2016 – 03:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Room 4501), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Day Habilitation and Employment Subcommittee Meeting 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and accept October 26, 2015, and December 1, 2015, Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Day Habilitation and Employment Services Subcommittee meeting minutes. 3. Discuss how other states are changing day habilitation (DH) services to employment-related services. 4. Discuss pre-vocational services in the Community Living Assistance and Support Services program and how the service works. 5. Discuss Texas oversight in DHs and how other states handle oversight of DHs. 6. Update on the DH workgroup and other follow up items from the last meeting. 7. Discuss agenda items for next meeting and set date. 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 26, 2016 – 06:00 PM
Hospitals of Providence Sierra Campus, Lower Level, 1625 Medical Center, El Paso
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
1/27/2016
Department of State Health Services
January 27, 2016 – 11:30 AM
Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, Room M100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. GETAC Council review of DSHS proposed rule revisions at Title 25 of Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157, with the goal of approving, rejecting or otherwise modifying the proposed revisions, as appropriate, to include the following sections: 157.2, entitled: Definitions; 157.3, entitled: Processing EMS Provider Licenses and Applications for EMS Personnel Certification and Licensure; 157.11, entitled: Requirements for an EMS Provider License; 157.12, entitled: Rotor-wing Air Ambulance Operations; 157.13, entitled: Fixed-wing Air Ambulance Operations; 157.14, entitled: Requirements for a First Responder Organization License; 157.16, entitled: Emergency Suspension, Suspension, Probation, Revocation or Denial of a Provider License; 157.32, entitled: EMS Education Program and Course Approval; 157.33, entitled: Certification; 157.34, entitled: Recertification; 157.36, entitled: Criteria for Denial and Disciplinary Actions for EMS Personnel and Applicants and Voluntary Surrender of a Certificate; 157.37, entitled: Certification or Licensure of Persons With Criminal Backgrounds; 157.38, entitled: Continuing Education; 157.39, entitled: Comprehensive Clinical Management Program Approval; 157.40, entitled: Paramedic Licensure; 157.43, entitled: Course Coordinator Certification; and 157.44, entitled: Emergency Medical Service Instructor Certification 157.122, entitled: Trauma Service Areas 157.123, entitled: Regional Advisory Councils General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary for GETAC meeting report Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 27, 2016 – 01:00 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd.(Health and Human Services Commission, Brown Heatly Building, Room 1420), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Housing Subcommittee Meeting 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Approval of September 23, 2015, and October 28, 2015, Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee, Housing Subcommittee meeting minutes. 3. Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs overview of the Section 811 Project Rental Assistance Program. 4. Discuss Texas Education Agency findings on the number of children with IDD aging out of the school system and how best to inform and address housing needs for the IDD community. 5. Discuss and set agenda items for future meeting. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
Texas Diabetes Council
January 27, 2016 – 07:00 PM
Hyatt Place Austin/Arboretum, 3612 Tudor Blvd., Austin
Advocacy and Outreach Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order 2. Introductions 3. Approval of October 21, 2015 Meeting Minutes 4. TDC Support of National Legislation Related to Diabetes Prevention and DSME in the Medicare Population 5. Employee Retirement System Rider 14: Diabetes Prevention Program for ERS Participants 6. Health and Human Commission Rider 84: Texas Medicaid and Texas Diabetes Council Coordination and Report 7. Market Research and Evaluation Project on Diabetes Self-management Education in Texas 8. Cities Changing Diabetes Initiative 9. 2015 Statewide Assessment of Programs for the Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes and TDC Call to Action 10. American Diabetes Association Advocacy Update 11. Diabetes Research Updates 12. Statewide Professional Diabetes Education Updates 13. Coordinating Calendar Items (Information about upcoming conferences, events etc.) 14. Adoption of Meeting Recommendations 15. Next Meeting Date – April 20, 2016 16. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Rita Ortega, 971/673-0984
Texas Diabetes Council
January 27, 2016 – 08:00 PM
Hyatt Place Austin/Arboretum, 3612 Tudor Blvd., Austin
Medical Professionals Advisory Subcommittee. The Subcommittee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order; and Welcome 2. Designate Recorder, Roll Call, and Mission Statement 3. Review and Approve Oct. 21, 2015 Minutes 4. Algorithm Review, Discussion and Updates a. Identify and prioritize algorithms for updates, assign members to each for future meetings b. Lipid Algorithm for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults (Action Item) c. Minimum Practice Recommendations for Children and Adults (Action Item) d. Insulin Algorithms and Insulin Protocols (Action Items) – Initiation of Once Daily Insulin Therapy for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Children and Adults – Worksheet: Advancing to Intensive/Physiologic Basal: Bolus Insulin Therapy – IV Insulin Infusion Protocol for Critically Ill Adult Patients in the ICU Setting – ICU Insulin Orders – IV Insulin Infusion Protocol – Orders for Adults with DKA and Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar State (HHS) – Transition Algorithm from I.V. to S.Q. Insulin for Patients with Diabetes or Hyperglycemia – Transition from I.V. to S.Q. Insulin Order Set 5. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Luby Garza-Abijaoude, 512/458-7490
1/28/2016
Texas Diabetes Council
January 28, 2016 – 08:30 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, Room M-618, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Outcomes Advisory Subcommittee. The Subcommittee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order, Welcome, and Introductions 2. Designate Recorder and Timekeeper 3. Review and Approve July 23 and October 22, 2015 Minutes 4. Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) Recognition Program 5. Surveillance of Texas Community Diabetes Projects Using Program Management and Tracking System (PMATS) Data 6. Preventing Diabetes in Medicare Act 7. Access to Quality Diabetes Education Act 8. Mapping Texas 1115 Projects Focusing on DSME 9. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Jimi Ripley-Black, 512/458-7490
Texas Diabetes Council
January 28, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, Tower Building, 6th Floor, Room 607, 1100 W. 49th, Street
Medical Professionals Advisory Subcommittee. The Subcommittee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order; and Welcome 2. Designate Recorder, Roll Call, and Mission Statement 3. Review and Approve Oct. 22, 2015 Minutes 4. Algorithm Review, Discussion and Updates a. Identify and prioritize algorithms for updates, assign members to each for future meetings b. Lipid Algorithm for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults (Action Item) c. Minimum Practice Recommendations for Children and Adults (Action Item) d. Insulin Algorithms and Insulin Protocols (Action Items) – Initiation of Once Daily Insulin Therapy for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Children and Adults – Worksheet: Advancing to Intensive/Physiologic Basal: Bolus Insulin Therapy – IV Insulin Infusion Protocol for Critically Ill Adult Patients in the ICU Setting – ICU Insulin Orders – IV Insulin Infusion Protocol – Orders for Adults with DKA and Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar State (HHS) – Transition Algorithm from I.V. to S.Q. Insulin for Patients with Diabetes or Hyperglycemia – Transition from I.V. to S.Q. Insulin Order Set 5. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Luby Garza-Abijaoude, 512/458-7490
Department of Aging and Disability Services
January 28, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Brown Heatly Building, Room 4530, 4900 N. Lamar, Austin
Long-term Care Facility Survey and Informal Dispute Resolution Council (S.B. 914) Public comment will not be taken at this meeting. Agenda: 1. Welcome and Introductions (roll call) 2. IDR Overview and Recommendation Parameters 3. DADS Regulatory Services Overview, Council Charges, and Schedule 4. Break 5. Discussion 6. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-3011
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 28, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and adoption of October 29, 2015, meeting minutes (Vote required). 3. Health Insurance Premium Program update 4. Public comment 5. STAR Kids update 6. Post-Secondary education subcommittee discussion. 7. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities managed care pilot update. 8. Lunch 9. Community First Choice update. 10. Subcommittee updates a. Assessment Tool b. Housing c. Quality d. Transition to Managed Care e. Day Habilitation and Employment Services 11. Discuss 2015 and 2016 Legislative report and timeline. 12. Discuss legislative appropriations request process and Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee (IDD SRAC) recommendations. 13. Discussion of agenda items for April 28, 2016, IDD SRAC meeting. 14. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken prior to any action items the committee will consider. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
Texas Diabetes Council
January 28, 2016 – 11:00 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, Tower Bldg, 6th Floor, Room 607, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Health Care Professionals Advisory Committee. The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order, Welcome, Introductions 2. Designate Recorder and Roll Call 3. Mission Statement 4. Review and Approve October 22, 2015 Minutes 5. Medical Professionals Advisory Subcommittee Report (Action Items) 6. Outcomes Advisory Subcommittee Report (Action Items) 7. Adjournment Additional Information Contact: Luby Garza-Abijaoude, 512/458-7490
Texas Diabetes Council
January 28, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Texas Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, Room M-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
The Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Action on Absences 4. Approval of October 22, 2015 Meeting Minutes (Action Item) 5. Chair's Address and Report 6. Presentations Cities Changing Diabetes Initiative – Houston Faith Foreman, Dr. P.H., MPH, LVN Assistant Director, Houston Health Department Klaus Kroyer Madsen, MPH Stakeholder Engagement Consultant, Cities Changing Diabetes Houston Real Appeal Virtual Lifestyle Intervention Program Diabetes Prevention Among State Employees UnitedHealthcare, third-party administrator for HealthSelect of TexasSM Surveillance of Texas Community Diabetes Projects Using Program Management and Tracking System (PMATS) Data Nimisha Bhakta, MPH Office of Surveillance Evaluation and Research Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Section Texas Department of State Health Services 7. Executive Director's Report 8. Health Care Professionals Advisory Committee a. Medical Professionals Advisory Subcommittee – 1. Lipid Algorithm for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults (Action Item) – 2. Minimum Practice Recommendations for Children and Adults (Action Item) – 3. Insulin Algorithms and Insulin Protocols (Action Items) — a. Initiation of Once Daily Insulin Therapy for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Children and Adults — b. Worksheet: Advancing to Intensive/Physiologic Basal: Bolus Insulin Therapy — c. IV Insulin Infusion Protocol for Critically Ill Adult Patients in the ICU Setting — d. ICU Insulin Orders – IV Insulin Infusion Protocol — e. Orders for Adults with DKA and Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar State (HHS) — f. Transition Algorithm from I.V. to S.Q. Insulin for Patients with Diabetes or Hyperglycemia — g. Transition from I.V. to S.Q. Insulin Order Set b. Outcomes Advisory Subcommittee – 1. Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) Recognition Program – 2. Preventing Diabetes in Medicare Act – 3. Access to Quality Diabetes Education Act – 4. Mapping Texas 1115 Projects Focusing on DSME 9. Advocacy and Outreach Committee a. Employee Retirement System Rider 14: Diabetes Prevention Program for ERS Participants b. Health and Human Commission Rider 84: Texas Medicaid and Texas Diabetes Council Coordination and Report c. Market Research and Evaluation Project on Diabetes Self-Management Education in Texas d. Cities Changing Diabetes Initiative e. Policy on Banned Foods in Texas Schools f. 2015 Statewide Assessment of Programs for the Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes and TDC Call to Action (Action Item) g. American Diabetes Association Advocacy Update h. Diabetes Research Update i. Statewide Professional Education Updates j. Coordinating Calendar Items k. Adoption of Meeting Recommendations (Action Item) 10. Program Reports a. Public Information and Education b. Community Diabetes Projects 11. Agency Reports a. Department of Assistive & Rehabilitative Services b. Department of State Health Services c. Department of Aging and Disability Services d. Health and Human Services Commission/Texas Medicaid 12. Member Announcements 13. Public Comment (No Action Required) 14. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/458-7490
1/29/2016
Department of State Health Services
January 29, 2016 – 09:30 AM
Parkland Hospital, 5200 Harry Hines Blvd., Rm 01-490.02, Dallas
Injury Prevention Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order/Introductions Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Discussion about League of Women Voters request for firearm injury data for Texas 2. Discussion about evaluation of Hospital-Based Injury Prevention Components document 3. Update on development of Evidence-Based Texting/Driving Prevention fact sheet 4. Update on Texas Injury Prevention Leadership Symposium 5. Update on Texas Injury Prevention Conference 6. Scheduling of future meetings Announcements General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's Discretion) Meeting Summary Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
January 29, 2016 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services, Moreton Building, Conference Room M-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Promotor(a) or Community Health Worker (CHW) Training and Certification Advisory Committee Please check in with Security – someone will escort you to the Conference Room. Members of the public may also access the meeting through conference call and webinar. Go To Webinar access instructions: Register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3124369314125994498 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Welcome and introductions Approval of minutes (November 20, 2015) Public comment CHW Statewide Association Update Committee Business: – Finalize Advisory Committee 2015 Accomplishments and 2016 Planned Activities – Review and recommend to DSHS applications for certification of training institutions Financing for CHW Services in Medicaid Break Spotlight – CHW Partnership through Dia de La Mujer Latina (DML) and Houston Health and Human Services (HHS) – El Paso CHW/Promotor(a) Training Program Highlight: Familias Triunfadoras (FT) Oral Health Trainings for CHWs Program Update Committee Member Updates New business for consideration at next meeting Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Beatrice Smith, 512/776-2208
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
January 29, 2016 – 01:30 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
STAR+PLUS Stakeholder Meeting Call-in: 1-877-226-9790 Access Code: 1101316 This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp the day and time of the meeting. 1. Welcome 2. Dual Demonstration update 3. Financial update 4. STAR+PLUS Waiver interest list update. 5. Electronic Visit Verification update. 6. Long-Term Services and Supports update. 7. Health Plan Management update. 8. Questions regarding STAR+PLUS Program. Public comment will be taken on all agenda items except item. Additional Information Contact: Charles Bredwell, 512/462-6337
2/1/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 1, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Cook Children's Medical Center, Hochberger Auditorium, 801 Seventh Ave., Fort Worth
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 1, 2016 – 01:00 PM
Cook Children's Medical Center, Hochberger Auditorium, 801 Seventh Ave., Fort Worth
STAR Kids – Provider Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 1, 2016 – 06:00 PM
Cook Children's Medical Center, Hochberger Auditorium, 801 Seventh Ave., Fort Worth
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
2/3/2016
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
February 3, 2016 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-400A, Austin
Consideration of Temporary Suspension of: Pharmacy License #28206 of Upshaw Pharmacy; Pharmacist License #38953 of Nikkol Francis Denson; and Pharmacist License #53567 of George Jackson A.1 Executive Session Concerning Temporary Suspension of the above-listed licensees. Additional Information Contact: Becky Damon, 512/305-8026
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 3, 2016 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Rooms 1420 and, 1430), Austin
Proposed Name of Committee: Children and Youth Behavioral Health Subcommittee Subcommittee to the Behavioral Health Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Youth/Family/Experience presentation. 3. Approval of October 27, 2015, meeting minutes (Action). 4. Texas System of Care background and overview presentation. 5. Recess 6. Texas Children Recovering from Trauma background and overview presentation. 7. Community perspective presentation 8. Project updates 9. Youth Empowerment Services update. 10. Strategic planning 11. Public comment 12. Next steps and announcements. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sherri Hammack, 512/954-8563
2/5/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 5, 2016 – 11:00 AM
Children's Medical Center, Ambulatory Care Pavilion, 2350 North Stemmons Fwy., Dallas
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 5, 2016 – 02:00 PM
Children's Medical Center, Ambulatory Care Pavilion, 2350 North Stemmons Fwy., Dallas
STAR Kids – Provider Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
2/6/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 6, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Children's Medical Center, Ambulatory Care Pavilion, 2350 North Stemmons Fwy., Dallas
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
2/9/2016
Texas Department of Insurance
February 9, 2016 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Hobby Building, Room 1250A, Austin
TX Health Reinsurance System – Board of Directors Annual Meeting 1. Call to Order. 2. Review and vote on minutes of the February 10, 2015, board meeting. 3. Participation by the public (Invitation to address the board on any Texas Health Reinsurance System matter). 4. Presentation of, and discussion and possible action by, the board on the system administrator's report. Presentation by the administrator will specifically include each of the subject headings listed in this agenda item. This agenda item might also include discussion and any necessary action relating to any or all of the specific subject headings and described items within each heading, and each item that is part of the administrator's report, as follows: –Reinsurance Activity – including a summary of number of ceding carriers, ceded lives, and coverage plans for the period of the report –Ceded Lives Comparison – across months, beginning with the first day of the current year through the last day of the period covered by the report –Premium and Claim Summary – including a comparison of both accepted premium amounts and accepted claim amounts for the period covered by the report, compared to that same period in the previous loss year, as well as a historical recap of premiums remitted and claims accepted –Carrier Issues – including questions posed by participating carriers about operation and administration of the system, and its processes and procedures –Assessment Activity – including an update on any activity relating to any assessment for which full collection has not been completed by the end of the period covered by the report, and –Unaudited Financial Statements – including sources and uses of cash, other cash flow considerations or observations, income statements, and operating assets. 5. Discussion and possible action on rates and trends for reinsurance coverages, factors affecting reinsurance premium, benefit plan design, and communication programs. 6. Discussion of status and possible action on the auditor's report and audited financial statements for 2015. 7. Progress report and update, discussion of, and possible action on existing or proposed system contracts, including the administrator contract with Pool Administrators, Inc. 8. Discussion of and possible action on expenditures of the system, including directors' and officers' insurance coverage. 9. The board will take up for discussion and possible action on the following matters, as necessary, according to the annual meeting provisions of the Plan of Operation of the Texas Health Reinsurance System. A. Review the Plan of Operation and submit proposed amendments, if any, to the commissioner for approval; B. Review reports of the administrator, including audited financial reports on outstanding contracts and obligations, and all other material matters; C. Determine whether any technical corrections or amendments to the Small Employer Health Insurance Availability Act, as amended, (Act) will be recommended to the commissioner; D. Review and give consideration to the performance of the system in support of the goals of the Act; E. Review the rates for reinsurance coverages, benefit plan design, and communication programs; F. Review the net reinsurance premiums, the system's administration expenses, and the incurred losses for the year taking into account investment income and other appropriate gains and losses; G. Review and adjust, if needed, the initial level of benefits and maximum liability limit to be retained by reinsured carriers to reflect increases in costs, and utilization for Small Employer Health Benefit Plans in Texas. Any adjustment will not be less than the annual change in the medical component of the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers' published by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Statistics, unless the board proposes and the commissioner approves a lower adjustment factor; H. Review and determine the system's net loss, if any, for the previous calendar year taking into account investment income and other appropriate gains and losses and prepare the report for submission to the commissioner not later than March 1st, 2016; I. Estimate the amount, if any, of the assessments needed to fund any losses incurred by the system in the previous calendar year and review the report to the commissioner before March 1st. If the estimate exceeds the 5 percent calculation specified in Insurance Code s1501.325(b), then perform the evaluation and prepare the additional report, as specified in s1501.325(b), to submit to the commissioner not later than April 1st. 10. Discussion and possible action on assessment of reinsured carriers by the system. 11. Election of a chair, vice-chair, secretary, and treasurer for the board of directors of the system. 12. Discussion of and possible action on membership of the committees of the board. 13. Announcement of any business items to be placed on the agenda for discussion and possible action at the next board meeting. 14. Set the date for the next board meeting. 15. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Jennifer Soldano, 512/676-6902
2/10/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 10, 2016 – 09:00 AM
Brown Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Center Program. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing on Feb. 10, 2016, at 9 a.m. to receive public comment on proposed payment rates for the PPECC program operated by HHSC. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 (relating to public hearing on rates) and Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Title 1, §355.9080 (relating to general reporting and documentation, methods, and procedures), which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. HHSC proposes to administer and implement rates and establish a reimbursement methodology for Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers (PPECCs). A PPECC provides non-residential, facility-based care as an alternative to private-duty nursing for individuals under the age of 21 with complex medical needs. In accordance with Texas Human Resources Code section 32.024(jj), HHSC is establishing PPECCs as a separate Medicaid provider type. The proposed rates will be effective Feb. 15, 2016. Methodology and Justification. HHSC calculated the proposed payment rates in accordance with the rate-setting methodologies codified in the TAC Title 1, §355.9060 (relating to reimbursement methodology for the Youth Empowerment Services waiver program). Briefing Package. On Jan. 22, 2016, a briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml. Those interested may also obtain a free copy of the briefing package by contacting the HHSC Rate Analysis department by U.S. mail addressed to Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030; by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us. In addition, free copies of 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, Texas 78714-9030. Overnight mail, special delivery mail or hand delivery: Health and Human Services Commission, Rate Analysis Department, Mail Code H-400, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax Attention: Kyle Baxter at 512-730-7475. Email: RAD-LTSS@hhsc.state.tx.us
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 10, 2016 – 09:00 AM
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler, Louise and Joseph Ornelas Amphitheater, Room G3215 , 11937 U.S. Hwy. 271, Tyler
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 10, 2016 – 01:00 PM
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler, Louise and Joseph Ornelas Amphitheater, Room G3215 , 11937 U.S. Hwy. 271, Tyler
STAR Kids – Provider Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 10, 2016 – 06:00 PM
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler, Louise and Joseph Ornelas Amphitheater, Room G3215 , 11937 U.S. Hwy. 271, Tyler
STAR Kids – Client Information Session. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will hold information sessions at locations around the state in January and Feb. of 2016 related to the transition of various Medicaid services to the STAR Kids program. Beginning Nov. 1, 2016, the STAR Kids managed care program will provide Medicaid benefits to individuals with disabilities under the age of 21 who receive Supplemental Security Income Medicaid or are enrolled in home and community-based services waiver programs, including: Medically Dependent Children Program, Home and Community-based Services, Community Living Assistance and Support Services, Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities, Texas Home Living and Youth Empowerment Services. Because this new program may change the way providers and other services are accessed, HHSC invites those who may be impacted by this new program to join us for an information session to learn more. Information sessions will provide details on STAR Kids, as well as provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions pertaining to this new managed care program. Separate sessions will be held for families and providers. Contact: Heather Kuhlman, Communications Specialist, Health and Human Services Commission, 512-730-7437, Heather.Kuhlman@hhsc.state.tx.us.
2/12/2016
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
February 12, 2016 – 10:00 AM
2405 Robert Dedman Dr. (The University of Texas at Austin, Thompson Conference Center, Room 3.102), Austin
The Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Opening statements 3. Appointment terms 4. Background presentations i. House Bill 1874 and legislative charges. ii. Rules and bylaws iii. Background from other state focused initiatives. 5. Council discussion on background presentations. 6. Election of presiding officer and assistant presiding officer (vote will be taken).* 7. Council discussion on initial deliverables and work plan. i. Timelines ii. Guidelines for recommendations iii. Definition of palliative care. iv. Focus areas v. Data/Analytical needs vi. Potential work groups vii. Future meetings 8. Public Comment 9. Action items for staff or member follow-up. 10. Adjourn * Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Jimmy Blanton, 512/380-4372
Texas Medical Board
February 12, 2016 – 10:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 610, Austin
Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Cease and Desist hearing of Stephen Duncan, pursuant to Texas Occupations Code, s165.052(a). 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Angel Johnson, 512/305-8099
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