The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between April 18 and May 8.
4/18/2015
Office of the Governor
April 18, 2015 – 08:30 AM
Hyatt Place Hotel, 3612 Tudor Blvd., Austin
Texas Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities Agenda I. Call to Order / Roll Call / Introductions II. Discussion and Possible Action on Approval of Minutes: January 9, 2015 III. Public Comment (limited to 3 minutes per presentation) IV. Discussion and Possible Action on Executive Director's Activity Report (January-March, 2015) V. Discussion and Possible Action on Reports from ExOfficio Agency Representatives Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services Department of Aging and Disability Services Department of Family and Protective Services Department of State Health Services Health and Human Services Commission Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Architectural Barriers Texas Workforce Commission VI. Presentation to 2014 Barbara Jordan Media Award Hosts VII. Discussion and Possible Action on Staff Activity Reports (January-March, 2015) VIII. Discussion and Possible Action on 84th Legislative Session Update (based on the Committee's issue areas of Access, Communications, Education, Emergency Preparedness, Health, Housing, Recreation, Transportation, Veterans and Workforce) IX. Discussion and Possible Action on Annual Survey: Aging and Disability in Texas X. Discussion and Possible Action on Member Reports on Community Outreach XI. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Nancy Van Loan, 512/463-5739
4/20/2015
Texas State Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners
April 20, 2015 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe; Tower II; Suite #225, Austin
Board Meeting The Board will discuss and possibly take action regarding the following agenda items: 1. Roll Call 2. Reading and Adoption of the Minutes 3. President's report: Review of Board Mission 4. Executive Director's report: 84th Session/2015 FY 2016-2017 Updates 5. Licensing/training/education committee: A) 10/13/2014, 03/02/2015, 07/13/2015 Examinations, B) UT- Austin Exam Validation, C) Licensing/Examination Process & Improvements 6. Investigative committee: Enforcement Stats 7. Budget committee: FY 2015 Status Report 8. Public Comment 9. Agreed Order vs. Mark H. Tompkins, DPM; License No. 1301; TSBPME Case No. 14-038 10. Bhavesh Shah, DPM; License No. 1503; TSBPME Case No. 13-019, Agreed Order Compliance Monitoring & review of Executive Summary 11. Angeline D. Dy, DPM License Application Issues & Review 12. Ali Abdul Kareem, DPM License Application Issues & Review 13. Mark D. Cettie, DPM; License No. 0974; Nitrous Oxide Permit Renewal Application Issues & Review 14. Jeremiah A. Graff, DPM; License No. 1864; Nitrous Oxide Permit Application Correspondence Review 15. James E. Kent, DPM; License No. 1927; Nitrous Oxide Permit Application Correspondence Review 16. Resource Information on Topics of Health Care Fraud 17. Set time, date and place for next Board Meeting: Hobby Building (Austin, TX) the board may go into closed Executive session regarding any item on the agenda if permitted under the open meetings act, government code chapter 551. note: items may be taken out of order. Additional Information Contact: Hemant Makan, 512/305-7000
Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Oversight Committee
April 20, 2015 – 11:00 AM
1701 N. Congress Avenue, Suite 6-127, Austin
Oversight Committee Meeting Agenda The Oversight Committee may discuss or take action regarding any item on this agenda, and as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq., may meet in closed session concerning any and all purposes permitted by the Act. Opening 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call/Excused Absences Public Comment and Staff Reports 3. Public Comment* 4. Chief Executive Officer Report Program Activities 5. Academic Research Grant Award Recommendations 6. Grant Award Funding for FY 2015 7. License Plate Revenue For Disbursement in FY 2015 Agency Business 8. Health & Safety Code – 102.1062 Waiver 9. Personnel Chief Scientific Officer position 10. Executive Search Firm Contract 11. Consultation with General Counsel Closing 12. Future Meeting Dates and Agenda Items 13. Adjourn * Anyone wishing to make public comments must notify the Chief Executive Officer in writing prior to the start of the meeting. The Committee may limit the time a member of the public may speak. Additional Information Contact: Kristen Doyle, 512/463-3190
House Human Services Committee
April 20, 2015 – 02:00 PM or upon adjournment
Capitol Extension, Room E2.030, Austin
The committee will meet to take up and consider the following bills, among others: HB 1393 – Turner, Sylvester, Relating to the establishment of a home and community-based services program under the Medicaid program for certain persons with severe and persistent mental illness. HB 3036 – Martinez, "Mando", Relating to a study on the savings to the state achieved by the expansion of Medicaid managed care in regards to the number of persons served and the scope of services provided. HB 1041 – Collier, Relating to administrative and judicial review of certain Medicaid reimbursement disputes. HB 1337 – Naishtat, Relating to requiring institutions and assisted living facilities to maintain guardianship orders of residents. HB 2048 – Naishtat, Relating to the delivery of mental health services and supports under a system of care framework to minors who have or are at risk of developing a serious emotional disturbance or who are at risk of being removed from the minor's home. HB 2588 – Naishtat, Relating to disclosures by nursing homes and assisted living facilities regarding certification or classification to provide specialized care, treatment, or personal care services to residents with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders; adding requirements for an occupational license. HB 2697 – Galindo | et al., Relating to services provided by continuing care facilities. HB 3076 – Rose, Relating to the improvement of efficiencies in benefit applications submitted to the Health and Human Services Commission. HB 3410 – Schaefer, Relating to the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission to employ peace officers. HB 3551 – White, James, Relating to the authorization of health care providers charging a fee for the production of records associated with applications for certain assistance benefits programs. HB 3624 – Zedler, Relating to authorizing supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities. HB 3917 – Klick, Relating to a prohibition or recoupment of payments on certain provider claims made under the Medicaid program. Contact: Jim Terrell (512) 463-0786
4/21/2015
House Public Health Committee
April 21, 2015 – 08:00 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E2.012, Austin
The committee will meet to take up and consider the following bills: HB 91 – Flynn | et al., Relating to the regulation of raw milk and raw milk products. HB 179 – Zedler, Relating to the investigation and resolution of complaints filed against physicians. HB 938 – Rose, Relating to increased oversight by the Department of State Health Services of hospitals that commit certain violations. HB 1724 – Sheffield | et al., Relating to the establishment of a state plan for Streptococcus pneumoniae education and prevention. HB 2020 – Martinez, "Mando”, Relating to the scope of duties of an emergency medical technician-paramedic and a licensed paramedic. HB 2055 – Davis, Sarah, Relating to the establishment of a sentinel surveillance program for emerging and neglected tropical diseases. HB 2081 – Laubenberg | et al. Relating to the physician assistant board. HB 2498 – Zerwas, Relating to a compact with other states regarding the licensure of emergency medical services personnel and the authority of those personnel to perform job duties in this state and other states. HB 2562 – Sheets | et al., Relating to the care and unlawful restraint of a dog; creating an offense. HB 2646 – Giddings, Relating to the disclosure of information regarding communicable diseases to first responders and certain entities. HB 2703 – Simmons, Relating to the establishment of the Texas Board of Behavior Analyst Examiners and the requirement to obtain a license to practice as a behavior analyst or assistant behavior analyst; imposing fees; providing an administrative penalty; creating a criminal offense. HB 2752 – Zerwas | et al., Relating to a chronic respiratory disease state strategic plan developed by the Department of State Health Services. HB 2824 – Lucio III, Relating to food and beverages available from a vending machine located on property owned or leased by the state. HB 2831 – Lucio III, Relating to disclosure of calorie content and nutrition information by certain food establishments; providing an administrative penalty. HB 2950 – Klick, Relating to the Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response. HB 3048 – Deshotel, Relating to the creation and operations of health care provider participation programs in certain municipalities. HB 3105 – Bonnen, Greg | et al., Relating to the establishment of a multi-stakeholder taskforce on health literacy in Texas. HB 3433 – Sheffield, Relating to level of care designations for hospitals that provide neonatal intensive care services. HB 3475 – Bonnen, Greg, Relating to health care information provided by and notice of facility fees charged by certain freestanding emergency medical care facilities and the availability of mediation. HB 3677 – Workman, Relating to the authority of a peace officer to apprehend a person for emergency detention and the authority of certain facilities to temporarily detain a person with mental illness. HB 3781 – Crownover, Relating to creation of the Texas Health Improvement Network. HB 3860 – Guerra, Relating to immigration visa waivers for physicians. HB 3903 – Sheffield | et al., Relating to a requirement that a hospital allow a patient to designate a caregiver to receive aftercare instruction regarding the patient. HB 3974 – Darby, Relating to the expunction of the record of certain disciplinary actions against health care professionals. Contact: Rudy England (512) 463-0806
Senate Business & Commerce Committee
April 21, 2015 – 09:00 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E1.016, Austin
The committee will meet to take up and consider the following bills, among others: SB 1229 – Seliger, Relating to restrictions on the use of credit card payments to settle claims for health care services. Contact: Brady Faglie (512) 463-0365
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 21, 2015 – 09:00 AM
909 West 45th St. (HHSC, Building 2, Room 133), Austin
Texas Office for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities Executive Committee 1. Call to Order: Roll Call of Members/Establish Quorum 2. Texas Office for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities (TOPDD) Structure Discussion (Vote Required) 3. Public Comment 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Angela Morales, 512/206-4544
4/22/2015
Senate Health and Human Services Committee
April 22, 2015 – 08:00AM
Texas Capitol, Senate Chamber, Austin
The committee will meet to take up and consider the following bills: SB 848 – Estes, Relating to the regulation of medical radiologic technology; providing an administrative penalty; imposing fees; requiring an occupational license. SB 936 – Kolkhorst, Relating to the eligibility for supplemental nutrition assistance benefits for certain persons who owe delinquent child support. SB 147 – Watson, Relating to the use of home telemonitoring services under the Medicaid program. SB 1582 – Taylor, Van, Relating to the designation of certain substances as hazardous controlled substances; providing penalties. SB 1602 – Kolkhorst, Relating to the delivery of certain Medicaid managed care benefits and reimbursement rates for certain of those services. SB 1836 – Menéndez, Relating to a chronic respiratory disease state strategic plan developed by the Department of State Health Services. SB 1899 – Campbell, Relating to the scope of duties of an emergency medical technician-paramedic and a licensed paramedic. Contact: Meagan Kirby (512) 463-0360
House Appropriations Subcommittee on Budget Transparency and Reform
April 22, 2015 – 08:00AM
Capitol Extension, E1.030, Austin
The committee will meet to take up and consider the following bill, among others: HB 1437 – Turner, Sylvester, Relating to certain dedicated accounts in the general revenue fund that fund trauma facilities and emergency medical services. Contact Hunter Thompson (512) 463-1091
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
April 22, 2015 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Tower II, Room 400A, Austin
Agenda A. KA Consideration of Temporary Suspension of: Pharmacy License #27883 of RX Max Pharmacy; Pharmacist License #47063 of Shlonda Fay Williams; and Pharmacist License #52885 of Chukwuma U. Anyanwu A.1 Executive Session Concerning Temporary Suspension of the above-listed licensees. Additional Information Contact: Ann Driscoll, 512/305-8048
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 22, 2015 – 10:00 AM
4900 N Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Conf. Rm. 1420), Austin
Children's Policy 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. Welcome and Introduction 2. Approval of January 21, 2015, Meeting Minutes. 3. Presentation: Children with Special Needs Website, Trademark Media. 4. Committee reports 5. Legislative update: bill tracking 6. CPC Legislative Presentation 7. Discussion of CPC final scheduled meeting 8. Public Comment 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sherry Broberg, 512/420-2856
House Insurance Committee
April 22, 2015 – 11:00AM or Adjournment
Capitol Extension, Room E2.012, Austin
The committee will meet to take up and consider the following bills, among others: HB 3028 – Frullo, Relating to regulation of discount drug card program operators; authorizing administrative and civil penalties; authorizing fees; expanding a registration requirement. Contact: Jesse Sifuentez (512) 463-0788
Texas Diabetes Council
April 22, 2015 – 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 January 2015 Meeting Minutes 4. TDC Call to Action and Legislative Agenda 5. SB 1558/HB 2133 Relating to Health Benefits Plan Coverage for Certain Equipment and Supplies Associated with Diabetes Treatment 6. Needs Assessment for Expanding Diabetes Self-Management Education in Texas 7. 2015 Statewide Assessment of Existing Programs for the Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes 8. Texas Commercial Driver License Requirements for Persons Using Insulin 9. American Diabetes Association Advocacy Update 10. Research Updates 11. Statewide Professional Education Updates 12. Coordinating Calendar Items (Please submit information about upcoming conferences, events etc.) 13. Adoption of Meeting Recommendations (Action Items) 14. Next Meeting Date – July 22, 2015 15. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/776-7490
Texas Diabetes Council
April 22, 2015 – 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 Jan. 21, 2015 Minutes 4. Algorithm Review, Discussion and Other Updates a. Lipid Algorithm for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults b. Prevention and Delay of Type 2 Diabetes in Children and Adults with Impaired Fasting Glucose (IFG) and/or Impaired Glucose Tolerance (IGT) c. Diabetes Tool Kit Update d. Exercise Algorithm for Type 2 Diabetes and Prevention 5. Adjournment Mission Statement: To develop standards of care for prevention, identification, and clinical treatment of patients with diabetes mellitus in the State of Texas and to continue to develop new clinical care algorithms and update existing algorithms, which are evidence-based and unbiased to be recommended to the Texas Diabetes Council and to develop educational programs for patients and health care professionals. Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/776-7490
4/23/2015
Texas Diabetes Council
April 23, 2015 – 08:30 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, 1100 W. 49th Street, Room M-618, Austin
Outcomes Advisory Subcommittee Mission Statement: To support the Texas Diabetes Council (TDC) in carrying-out its vision and mission by identifying sources of comparative diabetes-related data, analyzing outcome-related data, and identifying groups who positively impact diabetes care in Texas. Plan to Prevent and Control Diabetes in Texas priorities: a. Advancing Public Policy Affecting Diabetes b. Evaluating the Impact of Diabetes in Texas c. Promoting Comprehensive Programs for the Prevention of Diabetes d. Increasing Public Awareness, Promoting Community Outreach and Diabetes Education e. Improving Diabetes Care and Prevention of Complications by Health Care Professionals The Subcommittee will meet to discuss and possibly act on: 1. Call to Order, Welcome, and Introductions 2. Designate Recorder and Timekeeper 3. Review and Approve January 2015 Minutes 4. Discuss HHSC Report of Gestational Diabetes in Medicaid Recommendations Presentation in T-607 5. SB 1558/HB 2133 Relating to Health Benefits Plan Coverage for Certain Equipment and Supplies Associated with Diabetes Treatment Return to M-618 6. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/776-7490
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
April 23, 2015 – 08:30 AM
1200 E. Anderson Lane, Board Room, Room 1.170, Austin
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board may convene in Executive Session for any of the following items: (1) to seek its attorney's advice about pending or contemplated litigation, including pending or contemplated administrative actions, pursuant to Texas Government Code Ann. 551.071(1)(A); or (2) to seek its attorney's advice about a settlement offer, pursuant to Texas Government Code Ann. 551.071(1) (B); or (3) at any point in this meeting, concerning any agenda item listed in the Agenda, to seek or to receive its attorney's advice on legal matters, pursuant to Texas Government Code Ann. 551.071(2), or (4) to consult with the Commissioner regarding personnel matters, pursuant to Texas Government Code Ann. 551.074 or (5) consultation with attorney regarding the issuance, refunding, and defeasance of the State of Texas College Student Loan Bonds and related issues pursuant to Section 551.071(2) Texas Government Code. Public testimony: The presiding chair shall designate whether public testimony will be taken at the beginning of the meeting, at the time the related item is taken up by the Board after staff has presented the item, or any other time as determined by the presiding chair. For procedures on testifying please go to http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/public testimony. I. Call to Order: Opening Remarks, Announcements and Appointments A. Recognition of New Presidents and Chancellors in the audience B. Commissioner's Remarks II. Approval of Minutes A. January 21, 2015, Board Meeting III. Approval of the Consent Calendar A. Consent Calendar IV. Major Policy Discussion A. Degree-granting Institutions Other than Texas Public Institutions: Current and Future Oversight by the Regulatory Triad – State, Federal, and Accrediting Agencies V. Recognition of Excellence A. University of Houston, C. T. Bauer College of Business -The Cyvia and Melvyn Wolff Center for Entrepreneurship VI. Matters relating to the Agency Operation's Committee A. Committee Chair's Overview B. Public Testimony on Items Relating to the Agency Operations Committee C. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to Interest Rate Reduction for the Student Loans Issued within the Hinson Hazlewood Student Loan Program VII. Matters relating to the Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning A. Committee Chair's Overview B. Public Testimony on Items Relating to the Committee on Affordability, Accountability and Planning C. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to approval of the Facilities Audit Protocol D. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to approval of the Financial Condition Report E. Report on facilities projects that were submitted to the Coordinating Board F. Update on Texas Higher Education Strategic Planning Committee Activities G. Update on the Coordinating Board's legislative priorities for the 84th Texas Legislature H. Proposed Rules: (1) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to amendments to Chapter 21, Subchapter K, Sections 21.282 and 21.286, the repeal of 21.287, and new sections 21.287 – 21.289 of Board rules, concerning the Good Neighbor Scholarship Program VIII. Lunch IX. Matters relating to the Committee on Academic and Workforce Success A. Committee Chair's Overview B. Public Testimony on items relating to the Committee on Academic and Workforce Success C. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Board relating to requests for a new degree program: University of Houston (1) Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with a major in Nursing (2) Master of Science (MS) degree with a major in Nursing D. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to requests for a new degree program: Angelo State University (1) Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with a major in Civil Engineering Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi (2) Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree University of Houston (3) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree with a major in Petroleum Engineering (4) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree with a major in Geosensing Systems Engineering and Sciences University of North Texas (5) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree with a major in Electrical Engineering University of Texas at Arlington (6) Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with a major in Architectural Engineering University of Texas at Austin (7) Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree University of Texas at El Paso (8) Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with a major in Construction Engineering and Management University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (9) Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree E. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the Association of Advanced Rabbinical & Talmudic Schools (AARTS) being recognized as an accrediting agency in Texas F. Proposed Rules: (1) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 1, Subchapter Q, Sections 1.201 and 1.205 of Board rules, concerning the nomination of the Community and Technical College Leadership Council members and the frequency the Council reports to the Board (2) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 4, Subchapter C, Sections 4.53, 4.56, 4.57, and 4.59 of Board rules, concerning the Texas Success Initiative to support developmental education reform efforts pursuant to Texas Education Code, Section 51.3062 Success Initiative (3) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 4, Subchapter P, Sections 4.257, 4.258, 4.259, and 4.260 of Board rules, concerning the approval of distance education courses and programs for public institutions (4) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 4, Subchapter Q, Sections 4.272 and 4.273 of Board rules, concerning the approval of off-campus and self-supporting courses and programs for public institutions (5) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 4, Subchapter R, Sections 4.288 and 4.290 of Board rules, concerning the periodic review of low-producing degree and certificate programs at public institutions of higher education (6) Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the proposed amendments to Chapter 5, Subchapter D, Sections 5.72 and 5.76 of Board rules, concerning the operation of off-campus educational units of public senior colleges, universities, and health-related institutions G. Report to the Board on the evaluation of the 2012-2014 Teacher Quality projects H. Report on institutional requests acted on by the Commissioner or Assistant Commissioner since the previous Board meeting I. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the guidelines for the 2015 Texas Higher Education Star Award J. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the appointment of a member to the ApplyTexas Advisory Committee K. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the reallocation of Work-Study Mentorship Program funding L. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the approval to extend the contracts for and increase funding to current mentor colleges under Accelerate TX and to identify and fund new mentor colleges through 2017 M. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the approval to extend the contracts for and increase funding to Accelerate TX colleges that are successfully scaling their model N. Consideration of adopting the Committee's recommendation to the Board relating to the approval to extend the Accelerate TX contracts with five colleges funded under the National Emergency Grants (U.
S. Department of Labor) O. Consideration of adopting the staff recommendation to the Board relating to the approval to extend the Accelerate TX contract with the Texas Workforce Commission under the National Emergency Grants (U.S. Department of Labor) P. Consideration of adopting the Commissioner's recommendation to the Board relating to higher education impact statements for the 84th Texas Legislature X. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Dr. Raymund Paredes, 512/427-6101
Texas Diabetes Council
April 23, 2015 – 09:00 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, 1100 W. 49th Street, Tower Bldg., Room 607, Austin
Medical Professionals Advisory Subcommittee Mission Statement: To develop standards of care for prevention, identification, and clinical treatment of patients with diabetes mellitus in the State of Texas and to continue to develop new clinical care algorithms and update existing algorithms, which are evidence-based and unbiased to be recommended to the Texas Diabetes Council and to develop educational programs for patients and health care professionals. 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 Jan. 22, 2015 Minutes 4. Presentations- a. SB 1558/HB 2133 Relating to Health Benefits Plan Coverage for Certain Equipment and Supplies Associated with Diabetes Treatment b. Cardiovascular Update and New Lipid Treatments 5. Algorithm Review, Discussion and Other Updates a. Lipid Algorithm for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults b. Prevention and Delay of Type 2 Diabetes in Children and Adults with Impaired Fasting Glucose (IFG) and/or Impaired Glucose Tolerance (IGT) c. Diabetes Tool Kit Update d. Exercise Algorithm for Type 2 Diabetes and Prevention 6. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/776-7490
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 23, 2015 – 09:00 AM
701 W 51st St. (DADS, Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Room), Austin
Drug Utilization Review Board 1. Call to Order. 2. Approval of Minutes from January 29, 2015 Drug Utilization Review (DUR) Board Meeting. (Vote Required) 3. Hepatitis C Drugs Update: Josh Dominguez, Pharm. D. (Vendor Drug Program). 4. Report of Recent Retrospective DUR Interventions: Larry Dent, Pharm. D., BCPS (Xerox Heritage, LLC). a. Drugs with Abuse Potential. b. Medication Adherence. c. Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs. 5. Reports on Recent Retrospective DUR Proposals: Larry Dent, Pharm. D., BCPS, (Xerox Heritage, LLC). a. Chronic Non-Malignant Pain b. Gastrointestinal Agents Drug Use Evaluation (DUE) c. Depression Management 6. Retrospective DUR Proposals: Larry Dent, Pharm D, BCPS, (Xerox Heritage, LLC). (Vote Required). a. Atypical Antipsychotics: Optimization of Use. b. Diabetes Disease Management. 7. Prospective Prior Authorization Proposals (Clinical Edits): Christine Faulkner, PharmD. (Health Information Designs, LLC). (Vote Required). a. Cough and Cold. b. Leukotriene Modifiers. 8. Retrospective Drug Use Criteria for Outpatient Use in the Vendor Drug Program: Jennifer Seltzer, PharmD. (University of Texas San Antonio). (Vote required). a. Antidepressant Drugs. b. Attention Deficit Disorder/Hyperactivity Disorder Medications. c. Parenteral Enzyme or Protein Replacement Therapy. d. Histamine H2-Receptor Antagonists. e. Low-Molecular-Weight Heparins. f. Proton Pump Inhibitors. 9. Next Meeting Date: Thursday, July 23, 2015. 10. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Joe Urtado, 512/707-6099
Texas Diabetes Council
April 23, 2015 – 11:00 AM
Texas Department of State Health Services, 1100 W. 49th Street, Tower Building, T-607, Austin
Health Care Professionals Advisory Committee Purpose: To advise the Texas Diabetes Council regarding diabetes care standards, treatment algorithms, materials dissemination and outcomes evaluation. 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. Approval of January 2015 Meeting Minutes 5. Medical Professionals Advisory Subcommittee Report 6. Outcomes Advisory Subcommittee Report 7. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/776-7490
Texas Diabetes Council
April 23, 2015 – 01:00 PM
Texas Department of State Health Services, 1100 W. 49th Street, Tower Bldg., T-607, Austin
The Council will meet to discuss and possibly act on: 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Action on Absences 4. Approval of January 2015 Meeting Minutes 5. Chair's Address and Report 6. Presentations 7. Executive Director's Report 8. Health Care Professionals Advisory Committee a. Medical Professionals Advisory Subcommittee (Action Items) – 1. SB 1558/HB 2133 Relating to Health Benefits Plan Coverage for Certain Equipment and Supplies Associated with Diabetes Treatment – 2. Cardiovascular Update and New Lipid Treatments 3. Lipid Algorithm for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Adults 4. Prevention and Delay of Type 2 Diabetes in Children and Adults with Impaired Fasting Glucose (IFG) and/or Impaired Glucose Tolerance (IGT) 5. Diabetes Tool Kit Update 6. Exercise Algorithm for Type 2 Diabetes and Prevention b. Outcomes Advisory Subcommittee – 1. Discuss HHSC Report on Gestational Diabetes in Medicaid Recommendations – 2. SB 1558/HB 2133 Relating to Health Benefits Plan Coverage for Certain Equipment and Supplies Associated with Diabetes Treatment 9. Advocacy and Outreach Committee a. SB 1558/HB 2133 Relating to Health Benefits Plan Coverage for Certain Equipment and Supplies Associated with Diabetes Treatment b. Needs Assessment for Expanding Diabetes Self-Management Education in Texas c. 2015 Statewide Assessment of Existing Programs for the Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes d. Texas Commercial Driver License Requirements for Persons Using Insulin e. American Diabetes Association Advocacy Update f. Research Updates g. Statewide Professional Education Updates h. Coordinating Calendar Items i. Adoption of Meeting Recommendations 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. Public Comment (No Action Required) 13. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: Richard Kropp, 512/776-7490
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 23, 2015 – 01:30 PM
2222 West Braker Lane (Disability Rights Texas, Board Room), Austin
Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Quality Subcommittee 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Quality Principles Discussion 3. Person-Centered Measures Discussion a. Discussion and Guidance on Person-Centered Planning b. Institute for Person-Centered Practices Feedback 4. Identify and Discuss Emerging Quality Issues of Interest 5. Prepare to Report at the April 30, 2015, Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee Meeting 6. Discuss Agenda Items for Next Meeting and Set Date 7. Adjourn.
Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 23, 2015 – 01:30 PM
4900 N Lamar Blvd, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Public Hearing Rm, Austin
STAR+PLUS Stakeholder Meeting Call-in: 1-877-226-9790 Access Code: 6473780 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. Financial Update* 3. Dual Demonstration Update* 4. Community First Choice Update* 5. Nursing Facility Carve-in Update* 6. Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) Update* 7. Long-term Services and Supports Update* 8. Health Plan Management Update* 9. STAR+PLUS Waiver Interest List* 10. Questions Regarding STAR+PLUS Program* *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Charles Bredwell, 512/462-6337
4/24/2015
Department of State Health Services
April 24, 2015 – 09:00 AM
Texas Children's Hospital, Meyer Bldg, 1919 S Braeswood Blvd., Houston
Injury Prevention Committee of the Governor's EMS and Trauma Advisory Council (GETAC) Call to Order/Roll Call Discussion and possible action on the following items: 1. Implementation and evaluation of hospital-based injury prevention 2. Planning for 2015 Injury Prevention committee activities 3. State and national injury prevention updates 4. Scheduling of future 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: Phil Lockwood, 512/776-7111
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 24, 2015 – 09:00 AM
701 W 51st St. (DADS, Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Room), Austin
Pharmaceutical and Therapeutics Committee 1. Call to Order. 2. Approval of Minutes from January 30, 2015, Pharmaceutical and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee meeting. (Vote Required). 3. Old Business: Report on HHSC decisions on acceptance of the P&T Committee recommendations from the January 30, 2015 meeting. 4. New Business: Drug Classes to be reviewed for the Medicaid Preferred Drug List (PDL). a. Anti-Allergens, Oral b. Antibiotics, Inhaled c. Anticoagulants d. Antidepressants, Other e. Antidepressants, SSRIs f. Antihyperuricemics g. Antiparkinsons Agents h. Beta-Blockers i. Bile Salts j. BPH Treatments k. Bronchodilators, Beta Agonist l. COPD Agents m. Cough & Cold n. Erythropoiesis Stimulating Proteins o. Glucocorticoids, Inhaled p. HAE Treatments q. Hypoglycemics, SGLT2 r. Immune Globulins s. Lincosamides/Oxazolidinones/Streptogramins t. Lipotropics, Other u. Lipotropics, Statins v. PAH Agents, Oral and Inhaled w. Pancreatic Enzymes x. Sedative Hypnotics 5. New Business: New drugs to be reviewed for the Medicaid PDL. a. Acne Agents, Topical/Onexton w/Pump b. Analgesics, Narcotic Long/Hysingla ER c. Colony Stimulating Factors/Neulasta Kit d. Bronchodilators, Beta Agonist/Striverdi Respimat e. Hypoglycemics, Insulins/Afrezza f. Intranasal Rhinitis/Flonase OTC g. Phosphate Binders/Auryxia h. Ulcerative Colitis Agents/Uceris (rectal) 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, s354.1928, the Pharmaceutical and Therapeutics Committee may meet in Executive Session on one or more items listed under New Business. 8. Announcements of Drugs Recommended for the Medicaid PDL. 9. Adjourn. 10. Next Meeting Date: July 24, 2015. Additional Information Contact: Joe Urtado, 512/707-6099
4/27/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 27, 2015 – 01:30 PM
1100 West 49th St. (DSHS, Moreton Building, Board Room), Austin
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the October 20, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Rose Marie Linan, 512/206-5151
4/28/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 28, 2015 – 10:00 AM
4900 N Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Room 1410), Austin
Texas System of Care Consortium 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. A Family System of Care Experience. 3. Policy Opportunities and Current Legislative Interests Related to Children's Mental Health. 4. Approval of January 27, 2015, meeting minutes (Action). 5. Texas System of Care (SOC) Initiative/Office Business. 6. System of Care Expansion Implementation Updates. a. Communications. i. Anti-stigma Project. ii. Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. b. Community Update. c. Family Voice Update. 7. Recess 8. Updates: Medicaid 1915(c) Waiver – Youth Empowerment Services (YES). 9. Public Comment. 10. System of Care Sustainability. 11. Announcements. 12. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sherri Hammack, 512/954-8563
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 28, 2015 – 10:00 AM
2300 Circle Dr. (Resource Connection, Magnolia Room), Fort Worth
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the October 22, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations: a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Kevin Orr, 325/795-5876
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 28, 2015 – 10:00 AM
3800 Commercial Ave. (Centro Med, Encino Ballroom), San Antonio
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the October 21, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Valerie Houston, 210/619-8294
4/29/2015
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
April 29, 2015 – 09:30 AM
333 Guadalupe Street, Room 2-225, Austin
Task Force Agenda I. Call to Order and Welcome (9:30 a.m.) II. Announcements Restrooms Lunch III. Review of Board's Responsibilities and Task Force Charge IV. Introductions V. Discussion VI. Adjourn (no later than 3:00 p.m.) The Task Force on Class C Pharmacies Located in Freestanding Ambulatory Surgical Centers and Class F Pharmacies Located in Freestanding Emergency Medical Care Centers is charged with reviewing current regulations and possibly develop recommendations for changes to the regulations. Additional Information Contact: Allison Benz, 512/305-8073
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 29, 2015 – 01:30 PM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Public Hearing Room), Austin
State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee 1. Adoption of the October 22, 2014, Meeting Minutes. 2. Legislative update. 3. HHSC Agency Update.* a. Senate Bill 1150 workgroup b. Recent Managed Care Expansions and Initiatives c. 1115 Waiver Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Settings Transition Plan Update 4. Discussion of Committee Recommendations contained in the October, 2014, State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee report to the Executive Commissioner.* 5. Network Adequacy.* 6. Discussion of future meeting agenda items. 7. Public Comment. 8. Adjournment. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Charles Bredwell, 512/462-6337
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 29, 2015 – 01:30 PM
2900 Live Oak St. (Center for Community Cooperation, Oak Corner Room), Dallas
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the October 21, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Kevin Orr, 325/795-5876
4/30/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 30, 2015 – 10:00 AM
701 West 51st St. (DADS, Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Rm), Austin
The Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Committee Chair Update 3. Review and Adoption of January 20, 2015, Meeting Minutes (Vote Required) 4. Review, Discussion, and Adoption of Principles of Quality (Vote Required) 5. Rate Setting Overview 6. Lunch 7. Community First Choice Update 8. Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Acute Care Carve-In Update 9. IDD Managed Care Pilot Update 10. Legislative Update 11. Subcommittee Updates a. Assessment Tool b. Housing c. Quality d. Transition to Managed Care 12. Discussion of Subcommittee to Address Day Habilitation and Employment Concerns 13. Discussion of Agenda Items for July 30, 2015, IDD System Redesign Advisory Committee Meeting 14. Public Comment 15. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kathi Montalbano, 512/730-7409
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 30, 2015 – 10:00 AM
535 Portwall St. (Houston Food Bank), Houston
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the October 30, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: David Arlen, 713/767-3214
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
April 30, 2015 – 10:00 AM
3810 4th St. (United States Department of Agriculture), Lubbock
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the October 23, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Anthony Flunder, 806/783-6624
5/1/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 1, 2015 – 09:00 AM
701 West 51st St. (DADS, Winters Bldg., Room 305E), Austin
Texas Office for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities Executive Committee Meeting 1. Call to Order: Roll Call of Members/Establish Quorum. 2. Greetings and Introductions: Richard Garnett, Ph.D. 3. Approval of Minutes from February 13, 2015. 4. Texas Office for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities (TOPDD) Structure. 5. TOPDD Structure: Next Steps. 6. Executive Director Report: Janet Sharkis, MS. 7. Scheduling of Next Meeting. 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Angela Morales, 512/206-4544
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 1, 2015 – 10:00 AM
4601 South 1st St. (HHSC, Region 2/9 HQ, Rm. K-101- K-103), Abilene
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the October 24, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Kevin Orr, 325/795-5876
5/4/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 4, 2015 – 01:00 PM
1530 SSW Loop 323 (Tyler Junior College, W Campus, Conf. Rm), Tyler
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the October 27, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Stephanie Raymer, 903/581-9231
5/5/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 5, 2015 – 02:00 PM
1702 Horne Rd. (Nueces County Public Health District, Auditorium), Corpus Christi
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the November 4, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Arnold Gomez, 361/878-3432
5/6/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 6, 2015 – 10:00 AM
320 Iwo Jima Blvd. (Marine Military Academy, Cadet Activity Center, Harlingen
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the November 5, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Belinda Senteno, 956/421-5576
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 6, 2015 – 10:00 AM
3555 Stagg Dr. (Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas, Cancer Center Auditorium), Beaumont
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the October 29, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Amy Haden, 409/730-4023
5/7/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 7, 2015 – 09:30 AM
11670 Chito Samaniego (Head Start Multipurpose Center, Clint Conference Room), El Paso
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the October 28, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Lilia Herrera-Estrada, 915/834-7751
5/8/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
May 8, 2015 – 10:15 AM
500 Rio Concho Dr., McNeese Convention Center, San Angelo
Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Regional Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Approval of minutes of the October 31, 2014, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Regional Advisory Committee meeting. (vote required) 3. *Update on the Dual Demonstration Project. 4. *Update on Community First Choice. 5. *Update on the 1115 Transformation Waiver. 6. *Update on Hospital-based Presumptive Eligibility. 7. *Information presentations. a. Growing Healthy Texas b. Your Texas Benefits Smartphone App c. New Self-Service Feature: Paperless Option 8. Public Comment. 9. Adjourn. *Public comment will be taken on this agenda item. Additional Information Contact: Becky Ruff, 325/659-7856
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