The following state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between October 24 and November 13
10/26/2015
Texas Medical Board
October 26, 2015 – 02:30 PM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 780, Austin
Executive Committee 1. Call to order and roll call. 2. Consideration and possible action regarding FSMB resolutions and nominations. 3. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding authorization to approve board action for regulatory licensees transferred to TMB. 4. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding pending litigation. 5. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
10/27/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 27, 2015 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room 1410), Austin
Texas System of Care Consortium 1. Welcome and introductions 2. A family System of Care experience. 3. Health and Human Services Mental Health Coordination. 4. Legislative Appropriation Requests (LAR) relevant to children's mental health. 5. Policy opportunities related to children and youth with serious mental health challenges and their families. 6. Approval of July 29, 2015, meeting minutes (Action).* 7. Public Comment 8. Texas System of Care (SOC) Consortium business. a. Legislative report – next steps. b. Youth Representative Consortium nomination (Action). 9. Recess 10. Texas 2-1-1 Information and Referral overview. 11. SOC Implementation Expansion Updates. a. Anti-stigma project b. Community update c. Youth update d. Family update e. Cultural and linguistic competency update. f. Wraparound update 12. Updates Medicaid 1915c waiver, known as Youth Empowerment Services (YES). 13. Announcements 14. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Sherri Hammack, 512/954-8563
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 27, 2015 – 10:30 AM
701 West 51st St. (Department of Aging and Disability Services, John H. Winters Building, Room, 551M), Austin
Employment First Task Force Subcommittee on Senate Bill 1226 Compliance 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Finalize purpose and goals of the Subcommittee on Senate Bill 1226 Compliance. 3. Review Employment First 2016 report. a. Discuss and determine which recommendations have been implemented and no longer need to be included. b. Discuss and determine which recommendations may require legislation. c. Discuss and determine any remaining recommendations needed. 4. Health and Human Services Commission report on process of Employment First policy adoption for health and human services agencies. 5. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: April Young, 512/424-6911
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 27, 2015 – 01:00 PM
8001 Centre Park Dr. (The Arc of Texas, Conf. Room 100), Austin
Employment First Task Force 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review of September 11, 2015, meeting summary. 3. Chair report on activities related to the Employment First Task Force. 4. Reports from subcommittees a. Subcommittee on education and outreach. b. Subcommittee on report writing. c. Subcommittee on compliance with Senate Bill 1226. 5. Review and select legislative initiatives. 6. Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) discussion of 2016 Employment First Task Force report. 7. State agency updates a. DADS b. Health and Human Services Commission. c. Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services. 8. Discussion of future agenda items. 9. Confirm next meeting date and location. 10. Public comments 11. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Marc Mullins, 512/438-3641
10/28/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 28, 2015 – 09:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (Health and Human Services Commission, Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing, Room), Austin
Women's Health Advisory Committee This meeting will be webcast. To access the webcast, go to http://hhsc.state.tx.us/news/meetings.asp the day and time of the meeting. 1. Call to order 2. Presentation and discussion of women's health program client service benefits package.* 3. General public comment 4. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Kristen Gonzales, 512/776-6661
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 28, 2015 – 01:00 PM
701 West 51st St. (Department of Aging and Disability Services, John H. Winters Bldg, Public Hearing Room, 701 W 51st St.), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Housing Subcommittee Meeting 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Approval of August 26, 2015, and September 23, 2015, Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) System Redesign Advisory Committee (SRAC), Housing Subcommittee meeting minutes. 3. Independent Housing Models for People with IDD, presentation by Ashley Sanchez, Director/President of Adults Independent and Motivated (AIM). 4. Review housing scenarios for approval by the full IDD SRAC on October 29, 2015. 5. Discuss and set agenda items for future meeting. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
Texas Health and Human Services Commission (CANCELLED)
October 28, 2015 – 03:00 PM
701 West 51st St. (Department of Aging and Disability Services, John H. Winters Building, Public, Hearing Room 125C), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Employment/Day Habilitation Subcommittee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Discuss Employment/Day Habilitation survey results. 3. Discuss purpose and goals of the subcommittee. 4. Review and discuss the employment ideas list. 5. Discuss frequency of future meetings and member availability. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
10/29/2015
Texas Medical Board
October 29, 2015 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 3, Suite 780, Austin
Disciplinary Panel 1. Call to order. 2. Roll call. 3. Consideration of the Application for Temporary Suspension With Notice pursuant to Texas Occupations Code, s164.059, of the license of Katherine L. Blanchette, M.D.; License No. H0188. 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Fleharty, 512/305-7174
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
October 29, 2015 – 10:00 AM
701 West 51st St. (Department of Aging and Disability Services, John H. Winters Building, Public, Hearing Room), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Committee Chair update 3. Review and adoption of July 30, 2015, meeting minutes (Vote Required). 4. Public comment 5. Senate Bill (S.B.) 7 Financial Projections Presentation. 6. Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR) Process Presentation. 7. S.B. 7 2015 Report and process/timeline for 2016 Report. 8. Lunch 9. Community First Choice update. 10. Health Insurance Premium Program (HIPP) discussion. 11. Role of the committee with the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Managed Care Pilot discussion. 12. Subcommittee updates a. Assessment Tool b. Housing c. Quality – Discuss STAR+PLUS Quality Council recommendations (Vote Required).* d. Transition to Managed Care e. Day Habilitation and Employment Services 13. Discussion of agenda items for January 28, 2016, IDD SRAC meeting. 14. Adjourn *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
Department of State Health Services
October 29, 2015 – 10:00 AM
Brown-Heatly Building, Room 1410/1420, 4900 N Lamar Blvd., Austin
Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI) and Preventable Adverse Events (PAE) Advisory Panel Meeting The Advisory Panel will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: 1. Welcome and introductions 2. Review and approval of June 23rd, 2015 meeting minutes 3. Program staffing update 4. Presentation of Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) healthcare epidemiologist skillset report 5. HAI reporting and auditing data summary a. Summary of audit findings and 2014 annual report b. Central Line-associated Blood Stream Infection (CLABSI) protocol implementation c. Catheter-associated Urinary Tract Infection (CAUTI) and Surgical Site Infection (SSI) upcoming protocols d. Training and educational activities e. HAI website activities www.HAITexas.org 6. HAI investigation team discussion topics a. Multi-Drug Resistant Organism- Acinetobacter (MDR-A) and Carbapenem Resistance Enterococcus (CRE) reporting b. Whole Genomic Sequencing (WGS) laboratory capability c. Vital Sign report review d. Antibiotic Stewardship discussion 7. PAE reporting update a. Progress of definition guidance document b. Status of Facility enrollment by facility type c. Training and educational activities d. Number/type of events to date 8. Electronic Laboratory Capacity (ELC) Supplemental activities a. Facility Assessments 9. Healthcare Safety Conference 2015 review and 2016 planning 10. Clostridium difficle exceptional item a. Proposed contracts for 2016 11. Review of items from the last meeting 12. Public Comment(s) 13. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Shawn Tupy, 512/776-7111
Department of State Health Services
October 29, 2015 – 01:30 PM
Texas Department of State Health Services, Exchange Building, Room N-220, 8407 Wall Street, Austin
Texas Radiation Advisory Board (TRAB) Members: John Hageman, C.H.P., Chair; Nora Janjan, M.D., Vice Chair; Bill Campbell, Secretary; Mitch Lucas; Ian Scott Hamilton, Ph.D.; Darshan Sachde; Melanie Marshall, D.D.S.; David Nichols, M.D.; Judith Raab; Robert Emery, Dr. P.H. ; Mark Silberman, M.D.; John Johnson, D.V.M.; Darlene Metter, M.D.; Kenneth Krieger, C.H.P.; Kevin Raabe; Amy Clark; Stephen Harris 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. Introduction of members and guests 3. Review and, as needed, discuss and take possible action concerning amendment and/or approval of the minutes of the September 18, 2015 TRAB meeting 4. Routine and Continuing Business: Review and, as needed, discuss and take possible action concerning a TRAB letter be sent to Governor Abbott to re-implement the required fluoroscopy safety training required in 25 Tex. Administrative Code,Sec. 289.227(m)(9)(E). 5. Public Comments 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: John Hageman, jph@swri.org
10/30/2015
Texas Medical Board
October 30, 2015 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower II, Suite 225, Austin
Texas Physician Health Program Governing Board. Agenda item numbers are assigned for ease of reference only and do not necessarily reflect the order of their consideration by the Board. Call to Order; Roll Call; Welcome Agenda Item 1 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding August 21, 2015 Board meeting minutes. Agenda Item 2 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding case advisory panels, case reviews, proposed agreement terminations and modifications. Agenda Item 3 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding program operations. a) Report on program enrollment to date and program performance b) Legislative Update c) Outreach Update d) Budget update e) Personnel Update f) Legal Update 10am – K-STAR Presentation Agenda Item 4 10a.m. Presentation by Dr. Robert S. Steel and discussion regarding the K Star Program (Item will commence at 10a.m., after its conclusion Board will return to agenda). Agenda Item 5 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding program and policy manuals and processes. Agenda Item 6 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding process for biannual reporting of TXPHP performance and activities to the Texas Medical Board. Agenda Item 7 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding the participation of the Executive Medical Director as a witness or expert witness in TMB disciplinary proceedings. Agenda Item 8 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding the TXPHP Advisory Committee processes, activities, and membership. Agenda Item 9 Discussion, recommendations, and possible action regarding scheduling, procedures and upcoming Board meetings, member rotation, and possible agenda topics. Agenda Item 10 Open forum for public comments. Executive Session The Board may close the meeting to the public and continue in executive session for the following reasons: a. Private consultation and advice of legal counsel concerning pending or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client privilege under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code. b. Deliberations concerning the appointment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.074, Government Code. While in executive session, the Board will not take any action, make any decision, or vote with regard to any matter that may be considered or discussed. A certified agenda of any executive session will be made. Additional Information Contact: 512/305-7010
Department of State Health Services
October 30, 2015 – 09:00 AM
Hill Country Memorial Hospital Texas, 1020 S. State Highway 16, Fredericksburg
Injury Prevention Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Update on evaluation of Hospital-Based Injury Prevention Components document 2. Evidence-Based topic-specific injury and violence 3. Develop prevention fact sheet on distracted driving: a. Define the criteria for distracted driving fact sheet/process of document development b. Determine timeline for fact sheet development 4. Potential State Injury Prevention Conference and Leadership Summit in Texas: a. Identify planning committee b. Schedule planning committee conference calls/meetings 5. Schedule future Injury Prevention committee meetings General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary of this meeting for the next GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/776-2150
Department of State Health Services
October 30, 2015 – 11:00 AM
Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council, 7500 US Hwy 90 – West, Ste. 200, San Antonio
Emergency Medical Services Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review entirety of DSHS EMS rules at Title 25 of Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157, and provide input on proposed revisions or amendments, including DSHS staff's draft proposed revisions/amendments to 25 TAC 157, 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. 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, 512/834-6700 X 2706
11/3/2015
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
November 3, 2015 – 9:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 2-225, Austin
Agenda: A. Announcements Meeting Procedures Board Members Staff Continuing Education B. Discussion and Approval of Minutes (Tab 01) TSBP Board Business Meeting Held August 4, 2015 Temporary Suspension Hearings C. Discussion of and Possible Action Regarding Rules C.1 Final Adoption of Rules C.1.1 Amendments to §§281.7 and 281.9 Concerning Grounds for Discipline (Tab 02) C.1.2 Amendments to §283.2 Concerning Graduates from the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (Tab 03) C.1.3 Amendments to §291.3 Concerning Notification Requirements of Senate Bill 460 (Tab 04) C.1.4 Amendments to §291.17 Concerning Inventory Requirements (Tab 05) C.1.5 Amendments to §291.32, 291.53 and 291.73 Concerning Pharmacist-in-Charge (Tab 06) C.1.6 Amendment to §291.34 Concerning Prescription Transfer Requirements (Tab 07) C.1.7 Amendments to §§283.12 and 297.10 Concerning Military Services Members, Military Veterans, and Military Spouses (Tab 08) C.1.8 Amendments to §295.15 Concerning Procedures Relating to Immunizations and Hand Sanitizing (Tab 09) C.1.9 New Rule §295.16 Concerning Administration of Epinephrine by a Pharmacist (Tab 10) C.1.10 New Rule §309.5 and Amendments to §§291.33, 291.34, 291. 104, 309.1-309.4, and 309.6-309.8 Concerning House Bill 751 Interchangeable Biological Products (Tab 11) C.1.11 Amendments to §291.76 Concerning Class C Pharmacies Located in Freestanding Ambulatory Surgical Centers and §291.151 Concerning Class F Pharmacies Located in Freestanding Emergency Medical Care Centers (Tab 12) C.1.12 Amendments to §291.103 Concerning the Pharmacist-in- Charge of Class E Pharmacies (Tab 13) C.2 Proposal of Rules C.2.1 Amendments to §281.8 Concerning Grounds for Discipline for a Pharmacy License (Tab 14) C.2.2 Amendments to §283.2 Concerning the Definition of a Healthcare Professional (Tab 15) C.2.3 Amendments to §283.5 Concerning the Duties of a Pharmacist -Intern (Tab 16) C.2.4 Amendments to §291.104 Concerning Inspection Reports for Non-Resident Pharmacies (Class E) (Tab 17) C.2.5 Amendments to §291.133 Concerning Compounding Sterile Preparations (Tab 18) C.2.6 New Rules §§315.1 – 315.15 Concerning Controlled Substances (Tab 19) C.3 Rule Reviews in Accordance with Government Code, Section §2001.039 (Tab 20) C.3.1 For Proposal: C.3.1.1 Chapter 291 Concerning Pharmacies (Community Pharmacy ( Class A))(§§291.31-291.35) (Tab 21) C.3.1.2 Chapter 283 Concerning Licensing Requirements for Pharmacists(§§283.1-283.12) (Tab 22) D. Discussion of and Possible Action Concerning the Following Reports and Discussions D.1 Financial Update D.1.1 Review of FY2015 Expenditures (Tab 23) D.1.2 Review of Board Member Travel Budget (Tab 24) D.1.3 Consideration of Material Changes to Contracts for Goods and Services Awarded Under Chapter 2155 of Texas Government Code (Tab 25) D.2 Update Concerning Program to Aid Impaired Pharmacists and Pharmacy Students D.2.1 Update on Number of Participating Individuals (Tab 26) D.2.2 Professional Recovery Network (PRN) D.2.2.1 Presentation and Discussion Concerning PRN Expenditures and Activities by PRN Director Courtney Hulbert (Tab 27) D.2.2.2 Review and Approval of Professional Recovery Network Program Audit (Tab 28) D.3 Discussion Concerning TSBP FY2017-2021 Strategic Plan (Tab 29) D.4 Discussion Concerning Nasal Sprays and Whether They Should be Compounded in a Sterile Environment (Tab 30) D.5 Discussion Concerning Recordkeeping for Sterile Compounding in Hospitals (Tab 31) D.6 Discussion Concerning Pharmacy Automation Rules (Tab 32) D.7 Discussion Concerning a Log of Initials or Codes that Identify Individuals Involved in the Data Entry of a Prescription (Tab 33) D.8 Discussion Concerning Medical Board Rules Regarding Telemedicine (Tab 34) D.9 Report on Appeals from State Office of Administrative Hearings Cases and Other Court Actions (Tab 35) D.10 Report on the Prescription Monitoring Program Implementation (Tab 36) D.11 Report on Sunset Review (Tab 37) D.12 Update on Legislation Filed During the 84th Texas Legislative Session that has an Impact on TSBP and/or the Practice of Pharmacy (Tab 38) E. Disciplinary Orders E.1 Consideration of Proposals for Decision (Tab 39) E.2 Report on Agreed Board Orders Entered by Executive Director (Tab 40) E.3 Discussion of and Action on Proposed Agreed Board Orders and Default Orders (Tab 41) E.4 Executive Session to Consider Confidential Agreed Board Orders (Tab 42) E.5 Discussion of and Action on Proposed Remedial Plans (Tab 43) F. Consideration of and Possible Action Concerning the Following Enforcement Reports F.1 Report on Complaints Closed and Dismissed During the Previous Quarter (Tab 44) F.2 Report on Status of Active/Pending Complaints (Tab 45) G Miscellaneous G.1 Items to be Placed on Agenda for February 2016 Board Meeting (Tab 46) G.2 Discussion of and Possible Action on Recent Conferences and Events National Association of Boards of Pharmacy/American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (NABP/AACP)District VI, VII, and VIII Annual Meeting, Incline Village, NV September 14 – 17, 2015 National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) Annual Convention, Washington, DC October 10 – 14, 2015 National Association of Boards of Pharmacy – Interactive Executive Officer Forum, Northbrook, IL October 13-14, 2015 MALTA-GON Louisville, KY October 25 – 28, 2015 Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) – Nexus Orlando, FL October 26 – 29, 2015 American Society of Consultant Pharmacist (ASCP)Annual Meeting, Las Vegas, NV October 30 – November 1, 2015 G.3 Discussion of and Possible Action on Upcoming Conferences and Events Technician Informal Conference, Austin, November 12, 2015 ( Miller) Informal Conference, Austin, December 1 – 2, 2015(Wiesner) Technician Informal Conference, Austin, December 8, 2015(Kedron) Informal Conference, Austin, January 5 – 7, 2016 Technician Informal Conference, Austin, January 21, 2016 TSBP Board Business Meeting, Austin February 2-3, 2016 G.4 Election to Fill Unexpired Position of Vice President (Tab 47). Additional Information Contact: Becky Damon, 512/305-8026
11/4/2015
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
November 4, 2015 – 10:00 AM
1200 East Anderson Lane, Board Room, First Floor Room 1.170, Austin
Health-Related Institutions Formula Advisory Committee Agenda I. Call to order II. Consideration and approval of the minutes from October 7, 2015, meeting III. Discussion, review, and consideration of the Commissioner's 2018-2019 Biennium charges IV. Discussion, review, and consideration of the Committee's report to the Commissioner V. Planning for subsequent meetings, if needed VI. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: David Young, 512/427-6139
11/5/2015
Department of State Health Services
November 5, 2015 – 01:30 PM
Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), G-103, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Tobacco Settlement Permanent Trust Account Administration Advisory Committee Teleconference Access Please dial (877) 820 – 7831 and enter participant passcode: 423598# Note: the pound key [#] must be entered after the participant passcode The Committee will meet in a telephone conference call meeting to discuss and possibly act on: I. Welcome and Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Introduction of New Members IV. Approval of October 22, 2014 Meeting Minutes V. Review of 2015 Distribution VI. Review of 2015 Audits VII. Approval of Proposed Program Rule Changes-25 TAC 102 VIII. Tentative date for next annual meeting IX. Adjourn Membership: Jerry Bearden Betsy Briscoe Honorable Woodrow Gossom Jonny Hipp Michael Nunez Honorable Daryl Primo Honorable David Bird Keri Disney-Story R. King Hillier Carolyn Konecny Eddie Olivarez. Additional Information Contact: Elaine McHard, 512/776-6646
11/6/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 6, 2015 – 09:00 AM
4800 North Lamar Blvd. (Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services, Criss Cole Rehabilitation, Center), Austin
Pharmaceutical & Therapeutics Committee 1. Call to order 2. Approval of minutes from July 24, 2015 (vote required).* 3. Old business: Report on Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) decisions on acceptance of the Pharmaceutical & Therapeutics (P&T) Committee recommendations from the July 24, 2015, meeting. 4. New business: Drug classes to be reviewed for the Medicaid Preferred Drug List (PDL)*: a. Androgenic Agents b. Antibiotics, GI c. Antibiotics, Topical d. Antibiotics, Vaginal e. Antiemetic/Antivertigo Agents f. Antifungals, Oral g. Antifungals, Topical h. Antiparasitics, Topical i. Antipsychotics j. Antivirals, Topical k. Bone Resorption Suppression and Related Agents l. Colony Stimulating Factors m. Cytokine & CAM Antagonists n. Epinephrine, Self-Injected o. GI Motility, Chronic p. Growth Hormone q. Hypoglycemics, Incretin Mimetics/Enhancers r. Hypoglycemics, Insulin and Related Agents s. Hypoglycemics, Meglitinides t. Hypoglycemics, TZD u. Macrolides-Ketolides v. Opiates Dependence Treatments w. Otic Anti-Infectives & Anesthetics x. Penicillins y. Tetracyclines 5. New business: New drugs to be reviewed for the Medicaid PDL.*: a. Angiotensin Modulators / Entresto b. COPD Agents / Stiolto Respimat c. Neuropathic Pain / Irenka d. NSAIDs / Tivorbex e. Phosphate Binders / Fosrenol powder pack f. Stimulants & Related Agents / Aptensio XR 6. Therapeutic and clinical drug reviews and updates – Chris Andrews, Pharm.D., Magellan Medicaid Administration. 7. Executive work session. Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Chapter 531, and in accordance with Title 1, Texas Administrative Code, Part 15, Subchapter F, Section 354.1928, the Pharmaceutical & Therapeutics Committee may meet in executive session on one or more items listed under new business as permitted by the Texas Open Meetings Act. 8. Announcement of drugs recommended for the Medicaid PDL. 9. Adjourn 10. Next meeting date: January 21, 2016. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Joe Urtado, 512/707-6099
Comptroller of Public Accounts
November 6, 2015 – 10:00 AM
208 E. 10th Street, Room #320, Austin
Tobacco Settlement Permanent Trust Account Investment Advisory Committee 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes of March 27, 2015 Meeting 3. Capital Markets Overview and Investment Performance Review for the Quarter Ending June 30, 2015 and Related Matters 4. Endowment Portfolio Update and Related Matters 5. Discussion of 2015 Annual Distribution and Distribution Stabilization Account (DSA) Contribution Objectives 6. Discussion of Next Meeting and Agenda Items 7. Public Comment 8. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Nora Arredondo, 512/463-4636
Department of State Health Services
November 6, 2015 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Moreton Building, Room M-653, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Texas State Child Fatality Review Team Committee The State Child Fatality Review Team (SCFRT) Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: I. Roll Call and Establishment of Quorum II. Review & Approval of Meeting Minutes from the August 7th Meeting III. Biker Against Child Abuse presentation IV. Dr. Sarah Northup – Child Fatality Review data project V. Discuss State Child Fatality Review Team annual report recommendations VI. Updates from CFRT coordinator – Amy Bailey a) Children's Justice Act grant – communities chosen b) Injury Prevention Conference and regional trainings c) EMS record availability d) Child Safety CoIIN e) Team member lists f) Set 2016 meeting dates Next Meeting: Friday TBD 10:00am -2:00pm Location: DSHS Campus, TBD. Additional Information Contact: Amy Bailey, 512/776-2311
Department of State Health Services
November 6, 2015 – 2:00 PM
1310 North FM 1788, Midland
Emergency Medical Services Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Review entirety of DSHS EMS rules at Title 25 of Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157, and provide input on proposed revisions or amendments, including DSHS staff's draft proposed revisions/amendments to 25 TAC 157, 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. 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/ 834-6700 X 2706
11/9/2015
Department of State Health Services
November 9, 2015 – 10:00 AM
Department of State Health Services (DSHS), DSHS Lecture Hall, K-100, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Air Medical Committee Meeting of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Agenda: Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Input on the revisions to the EMS and Trauma Systems rules in Title 25 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 157. 2. Review and consider endorsement of the Pediatric Inter-Facility Transfer Guidelines Draft presented at the May 13, 2015 meeting. 3. Review workgroup recommendations / adaptions of Pediatric Recognition Program and consider combining Advanced Life Support / Basic Life Support recommendations to form one list. 4. Review comments by Mr. Dudley Wait made at the August GETAC Air Medical Committee meeting; possibly formulate response to issues presented. General Public Comment (Comment time may be limited at Chair's discretion) Summary of this meeting for the GETAC meeting Announcements Review and list agenda items for next meeting Next Meeting Date Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Colin Crocker, 512/834-6700
11/10/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 10, 2015 – 1:30 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. Attendant Care Enhancement Program in STAR+PLUS.* 3. Financial update* 4. Electronic Visit Verification update.* 5. Long-Term Services and Supports update.* 6. Health Plan Management update.* 7. Questions regarding STAR+PLUS Program.* *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Charles Bredwell, 512/462-6337
11/12/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
November 12, 2015 – 1:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rate for the Clinical Laboratory Services- Oncotype ® DX Breast Cancer Assay. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for Clinical Laboratory Services – Oncotype ® DX Breast Cancer Assay. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. The payment rates for the Clinical Laboratory Services – Oncotype ® DX Breast Cancer Assay is proposed to be effective November 1, 2015. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC §355.8610, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for clinical laboratory services. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after October 29, 2015. 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, Texas 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, Austin, Texas 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
November 12, 2015 – 1:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System Updates. Hearing. Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) updates. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. The payment rates for the HCPCS updates are proposed to be effective January 1, 2016, for Alemtuzumab (Q9979). Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §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 services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after October 29, 2015. 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, Texas 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, Austin, Texas 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
November 12, 2015 – 1:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medical Policy Review of Pathology and Laboratory Services – Drug Testing and Therapeutic Drug Assays. 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 Clinical Laboratory Services – Drug Testing and Therapeutic Drug Assays. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Clinical Laboratory Services – Drug Testing and Therapeutic Drug Assays were proposed to be effective November 1, 2015. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC §355.8610, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for clinical laboratory services. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after October 29, 2015. 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, Texas 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, Austin, Texas 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
November 12, 2015 – 1:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medical Policy Review of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Breast Procedures. 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 Diagnostic and Therapeutic Breast Procedures. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Breast Procedures are proposed to be effective January 1, 2016. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; §355.8121, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Ambulatory Surgical Centers; and §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after October 29, 2015. 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, Texas 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, Austin, Texas 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
November 12, 2015 – 1:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medical Policy Review of Magnetoencephalography. 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 Magnetoencephalography. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Magnetoencephalography are proposed to be effective January 1, 2016. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8061, which addresses outpatient hospital reimbursement; §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 services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps). Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after October 29, 2015. 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, Texas 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, Austin, Texas 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
November 12, 2015 – 1:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medical Policy Review of Pathology and Laboratory Services – Microbiology. 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 Pathology and Laboratory Services – Microbiology. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Pathology and Laboratory Services – Microbiology are proposed to be effective January 1, 2016. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; and §355.8610, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Clinical Laboratory Services. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after October 29, 2015. 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, Texas 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, Austin, Texas 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
November 12, 2015 – 1:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medical Policy Review of Vision Services Nonsurgical. 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 Vision Services Nonsurgical. The hearing will be held in compliance with Texas Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medical Policy Review of Vision Services Nonsurgical are proposed to be effective January 1, 2016. Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps); and §355.8461, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for EPSDT Eyeglasses and Contact Lenses. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after October 29, 2015. 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, Texas 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, Austin, Texas 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
November 12, 2015 – 1:30 PM
Brown-Heatly Building, Public Hearing Room, 4900 North Lamar Blvd., Austin
Proposed Medicaid Payment Rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review. Proposal. The payment rates for the Medicaid Biennial Calendar Fee Review are proposed to be effective January 1, 2016, for the following services: Access to Care; “B” Codes (Enteral supplies); Medicaid Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARCs); Medicaid Family Planning Services (excluding LARCs); Musculoskeletal System Surgery; “Q” Codes (Physician, DME, and physician-administered drugs); “R” Codes (Transportation of portable x-ray equipment to home or nursing home, per trip); Radiopharmaceuticals; Respiratory System Surgery; “T” Codes (Registered nurse services, sign language or oral interpretive services, screening for specified programs, and environmental lead investigation); Hospital Outpatient Imaging (Q0035). Methodology and Justification. The proposed payment rates were calculated in accordance with 1 TAC: §355.8021, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for home health services and durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies; §355.8061, which addresses outpatient hospital reimbursement; §355.8085, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for physicians and other practitioners; §355.8441, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment services (known in Texas as Texas Health Steps); and §355.8581, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for Family Planning Services. Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after October 29, 2015. 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, Texas 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, Austin, Texas 78751. Phone number for package delivery: 512-730-7401. Fax : Attention: Rate Analysis at 512-730-7475. Email: RADAcuteCare@hhsc.state.tx.us
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