The following legislative and state agency health care hearings have been scheduled between February 28 and March 20.
3/2/2015
House Appropriations Subcommittee on Article II
March 2, 2015 – 09:00 AM
Reagan Building, Room JHR 131, Austin
The Appropriations Subcommittee on Article II will meet in a Formal Meeting to discuss House budget recommendations. The Subcommittee will be specifically working on any unfinished business related to the Department of Aging and Disability Services, the Department of State Health Services, the Office of Violent Sex Offender Management, the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services, the Department of Family and Protective Services and the Health and Human Services Commission. Contact: Kyler Arnold (512) 463-1091
House Human Services Committee
March 2, 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: HB 418 – Wu | et al., Relating to child victims of trafficking who are placed in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services. HB 550 – Price | et al., Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies, and the licensing of certain health professionals; clarifying certain statutory provisions; authorizing the imposition of fees. The committee also will hear invited testimony from newly-appointed and confirmed Inspector General (HHSC) Stuart W. Bowen, Jr. Contact: Jim Terrell (512) 463-0786
3/3/2015
House Public Health Committee
March 3, 2015 – 08:00 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E2.012, Austin
The committee will meet to take up and consider the following bills: HB 465 – Howard, Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry. HB 467 – Howard, Relating to education programs regarding AIDS and HIV infection. HB 819 – Sheffield, Relating to the definition of a public health nuisance. The committee will also hear invited testimony on issues related to public health in Texas. Contact: Rudy England (512) 463-0806
Department of State Health Services
March 3, 2015 – 10:00 AM
Moreton Building, Conference Room #M653, 1100 West 49th St, Austin
Texas School Health Advisory Committee The Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: I. Call to Order II. Welcome and Introductions III. Approval of the Agenda IV. Reading and Approval of the January 12, 2015, Minutes V. Research and Recommendation on Safe School Climate VI. Research and Recommendation on Physical Activity and Academic Achievement VII. Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources Toolkit VIII. Research and Recommendation on Health Issues and Parent Involvement IX. Healthy Celebrations Toolkit X. Agency Updates: Texas Education Agency, Texas Department of Agriculture, Texas Department of State Health Services XI. Revision of the following documents: A. SHAC Annual Progress Report to the Board of Trustees B. School Health Initiative Screening Tool C. Research and Recommendation on Health Education and Physical Education for All Texas Students K-12 D. Coordinated School Health Data Sets E. Research and Recommendation Document on Student Consumption of Regular and Diet Sodas in High Schools XII. Agenda Topics for School Health Advisory Councils – Call for New Topics XIII. Coordinated School Health Data Sets – Call for New Websites XIV. Reminder of Next Meeting Date: May 11, 2015 Determine Agenda Topics XV. Public Comment XVI. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Ellen Smith, 512/776-7111
3/4/2015
Senate Health and Human Services Committee
March 4, 2015 – 08:30 AM
Capitol Extension, Room E1.028, Austin
The committee will meet to take up and consider the following bills; SB 203 – Nelson | et al., Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Health Services Authority as a quasi-governmental entity and the electronic exchange of health care information. SB 292 – Nelson, Relating to a request for a waiver of the waiting period before human remains may be cremated. SB 460 – Schwertner, Relating to the licensing and regulation of pharmacists and pharmacies. SB 519 – Schwertner, Relating to the registration of dental support organizations; imposing a fee; providing a civil penalty. SB 538 – Schwertner | et al., Relating to the control of infectious diseases. Contact: Meagan Kirby (512) 463-0360
Department of Aging and Disability Services
March 4, 2015 – 02:00 PM
701 W 51st St, John H. Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Room, Austin
Aging and Disability Services Council – Work Session 1. Welcome and Call To Order 2. Commissioner's Update 3. State Supported Living Centers (SSLC) Report 4. Overview of Department of Justice State Supported Living Center (SSLC) lawsuit 5. Community Services Report 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-4157
3/5/2015
Department of Aging and Disability Services
March 5, 2015 – 08:30 AM
701 West 51st St, John H. Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Rm, Austin
Aging and Disability Services Council 1. Welcome and Call to Order 2. *Approval of the Minutes of the December 4, 2014 Council Meeting 3. Commissioner's Quarterly Update – Activities – Special Recognition(s)/Announcement(s) – Staffing and Personnel 4. Public Comment 5. Recommendation to Propose: a. *Recommendation to propose an amendment to Title 40, Part 1, Chapter 19, concerning Minimum Data Set 3.0 requirements for nursing facilities to comply with requirements for Licensure and Medicaid Certification b. *Recommendation to propose an amendment to Title 40, Part 1, s19.2322, concerning Medicaid Bed Allocation Requirements c. *Recommendation to propose new sections in Title 40, Part 1, Chapter 17, concerning Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) d. *Recommendation to propose a new Title 40, Part 1, Chapter 19, Subchapter BB, concerning Nursing Facility Responsibilities Related to Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) 6. Adjourn *Denotes item open for action Persons with disabilities who plan to attend Texas Aging and Disability Services Council meetings and who will need auxiliary aids or services are asked to call the Center for Consumer and External Affairs at (512) 438-4157, at least three (3) business days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Additional Information Contact: 512/438-4157
3/6/2015
Texas Medical Board
March 6, 2015 – 09:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Texas Physician Assistant Board – Licensure Committee 1. Call to order and roll call. 2. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding applicants appearing concerning eligibility. 3. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding physician assistant applicants to be licensed. 4. Discussion, recommendation and possible action regarding proposed orders offered by the Executive Director. 5. Report on physician assistant licensure process statistics. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sandra Ramirez-Carbajal, 512/305-7111
Texas Medical Board
March 6, 2015 – 09:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Texas Physician Assistant Board – Discipline and Ethics Committee 1. Call to order and roll call. 2. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding referrals and reports from the Texas Physician Health Program. 3. Reports and discussion regarding the Investigation, Litigation and Compliance Departments. 4. Review, discussion and possible action regarding appeals of dismissed complaints: A. Jurisdictional Complaints: i. Investigations 14-6500 ii. Legal Files 14-0611 (14-1840) B. Jurisdictional-Not-Filed Complaints: 14-6678 15-1959 15-2403 5. Review, discussion, and possible action regarding selected files and cases. 6. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sandra Ramirez-Carbajal, 512/305-7111
Texas Medical Board
March 6, 2015 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Tower 2, Suite 225, Austin
Texas Physician Assistant Board – Board Meeting 1.Full Board Call to Order, Roll Call and Mission Statement. Our Mission is to protect and enhance the public's health, safety and welfare by establishing and maintaining standards of excellence used in regulating the practice of medicine and ensuring quality health care for the citizens of Texas through licensure, discipline, and education. 2. Board Member Report. Presentation for board member 3. Executive Director's Report. Legislative Update Audit Update Outreach Update and Communications Personnel Update Budget Update Board Election Update 4. Medical Director Report. 5. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding documentation for orders processed and pending orders. 6. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding continuing medical education for board activities. 7. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action regarding applicant work history. 8. Consideration and possible action regarding pending litigation. 9. Consideration and Approval of Determinations of Default. 10. Consideration and Approval of Non-Public Rehabilitation Orders and Modification Request/Termination Request of Non-Public Rehabilitation Orders. 11. Consideration and Approval of Modification Request/Termination Request Orders. 12. Consideration and Approval of Agreed Board Orders. 13. Consideration and Approval of Reinstatement Request Orders. 14. Consideration and Approval of Nunc Pro Tunc Orders. 15. Consideration and Approval of Mediated Settlement Agreement Orders. 16. Consideration and Approval of Termination of Suspension Orders. 17. Consideration and Approval of Remedial Plans. 18. Consideration and Approval of Administrative Agreed Orders. 19. Report on Temporary Suspension/Automatic Orders/Automatic Actions. 20. Consideration and Approval of Cease and Desist Orders. Agenda item #21 at 10:30 a.m. 21. Consideration and possible action for Proposal for Decision. 1. Miriam Nuszen, PA, SOAH #503-14-1172.PA 2. Jillian Graham, PA, SOAH #503-12-3866.PA 22. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action, including approval for publication as notice of proposed rule in the Texas Register, for proposed amendments to 22 T.A.C. Chapter 185: (none) Agenda item #23 at 11:00 a.m. 23. Discussion, recommendation, and possible action, including adoption of proposed amendment to 22 T.A.C. Chapter 185, Physician Assistants: 1. s185.4 Procedural Rules for Licensure Applicants 24. Open Forum for Public Comments. 25. Consideration and Approval of the December 5, 2014 Board Meeting Minutes. 26. Committee reports and the consideration and approval of minutes and action items of committees meeting during the board meeting. 27. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Sandra Ramirez-Carbajal, 512/305-7051
3/9/2015
Health Professions Council
March 9, 2015 – 10:00 AM
333 Guadalupe, Ste 2-225, Austin
Health Professions Council Meeting Agenda The following items many not necessarily be considered in the order they appear and HPC may act on any agenda item. i Call to Order, Welcome and Introductions, Review Agenda ii Announcements A. Consideration of Minutes from December 1, 2014 Action B. Budget and Planning Report – 2nd Quarter Review – LAR Status Briefing C. Technology Report Briefing D, Agency Roundtable Briefing E. Public Comment – – Next Meeting Monday, June 15, 2015 Briefing F. Adjourn Action. Additional Information Contact: John Monk, 512/305-8550
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 9, 2015 – 01:00 PM
4900 N. Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly, Public Hearing Rm), Austin
Star+Plus Nursing Facility Advisory Committee (NFAC) Agenda: Star+Plus Nursing Facility Advisory Committee (NFAC) March 9, 2015 1 p.m. to 4:00 p. m. Meeting Site: Health and Human Services Commission Brown-Heatly Building Public Hearing Room 4900 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751 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. Come to order 2. Roll call 3. Welcome by Committee Chair a. Member introductions b. Discussion of the Legislature's intent in the formation of the Committee c. Discussion of the expectations and role of the Committee 4. Medicaid Managed Care overview 5. Review discussion and adoption of the Committee guiding principles 6. Discussion of agenda, dates, and locations of 2015 Meetings 7. Public Comment 8. Adjournment. Additional Information Contact: David Williams, 512/936-8100
3/10/2015
Texas Board of Nursing
March 10, 2015 – 08:30 AM
333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-460, Austin
Eligibility and Disciplinary Committee Texas Board of Nursing Eligibility and Disciplinary Committee Meeting Agenda March 10, 2015 I. Call to order-8:30 a.m. II. Review of the agenda III. Review of the minutes: February 10, 2015, Committee Meeting; February 2, 2015, Emergency Meeting; February 10, 2015, Emergency Meeting; February 17, 2015, Emergency Meeting; February 23, 2015, Emergency Meeting IV. Staff recommendations V. The eligibility and disciplinary committee of the board will meet to consider and take action on the following: A. Petitioners for eligibility B. Petitioners for an exception to a previous board order C. Motions for rehearing D. Agreed orders E. Reinstatement agreed orders F. Eligibility agreed orders G. Default revocation orders H. Deferred disciplinary action agreed orders I. Agreed order – KStar pilot program. Additional Information Contact: Andrea Gonzalez, 512/305-6869
Department of State Health Services
March 10, 2015 – 01:00 PM
Department of State Health Services Main Campus, Bernstein Building G-103, 1100 West 49th Street, Austin
Texas Worksite Wellness Advisory Board Meeting The Advisory Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on the following agenda: Call to Order Roll Call/Introductions Discussion 1. 2015 Get Fit Texas Challenge 2. Legislative Updates 3. Updates on wellness activities from the Employees Retirement System 4. Updates on wellness activities from the Department of State Health Services Public Comments Acceptance of Items for Discussion/Approval at Future Meetings Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Rocky Payne, 512/776-7111
3/12/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 12, 2015 – 09:30 AM
701 West 51st St. (DADS, Winters Bldg., Public Hearing Rm), Austin
Promoting Independence Advisory Committee 1. Welcome and Introductions. 2. Discussion of Draft Sustainability Plan for Money Follows the Person Demonstration Grant. 3. Public Comment. 4. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Laura Gold, 512/438-5986
3/13/2015
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
March 13, 2015 – 10:00 AM
4900 North Lamar Blvd. (HHSC, Brown-Heatly Bldg., Public Hearing Rooms 1420-1430), Austin
Consumer Direction Workgroup 1. Welcome and Announcements – Nancy Crowther. 2. Public Comment. 3. Introduction of new workgroup members – Nancy Crowther. 4. Approval of Minutes of October 24, 2014, meeting (Vote Required). 5. Presiding Officer Report – Kay Lambert. 6. Report on Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) Employee Misconduct Registry – Elizabeth Jones. 7. Lunch (recess). 8. Update and discussion of DADS' proposed Consumer Direction Services (CDS) rule changes – Elizabeth Jones. 9. Update on status of Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system – Rhonda Pratt, Deborah Keyser- HHSC. 10. Update on current and future projects of standing committees. a. Quality Assurance – Helen Baker b. Employer Support – Joshua Oyeniyi 11. State Agency Reports. a. DADS b. Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) 12. Closing Remarks – Kay Lambert. 13. Adjourn. Additional Information Contact: Kay Lambert, 512/462-6287
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