Joint Training From HHSC For Providers

Joint Training Page Available for HCS/TxHmL/ICF/ISS Providers The HCS and TxHmL programs now have a Joint Training Opportunities page where providers can register for upcoming classes. Class size will be limited to maximize participation, but classes will be offered regularly. Providers should check the page often for updates. There will be recordings of special presentations available for viewing on-demand later. December 10th, 2024 December 2024 LTCR Provider...

Employment Assistance & Supported Employment Training Options From HHSC

Employment Assistance & Supported Employment Training Options From HHSC December 10th, 2024 The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is pleased to host a free in-person Employment First / Employment Services training on January 28, 2025, at the Starlight Event Center – Trans Mountain Room, 6650 Continental Drive, El Paso, Texas 79925. Training will be one day in duration and is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m, MST. Training topics will cover:...

EVV (Electronic Visit Verification) Updates

December 5th, 2024 Reminder – Compliance Review Grace Period Ends Dec. 31, 2024 The compliance reviews grace period for EVV Usage and EVV Landline Phone Verification reviews for, personal care services and home health care services, will end on Dec. 31, 2024. Beginning Jan. 1, 2025, program providers, financial management service agencies (FMSAs) and Consumer Directed Services (CDS) employers, that do not fully comply with the EVV usage and landline review...

Star Plus Handbook Update

December 5th, 2024 The STAR+PLUS Handbook updates Appendix XXII. This revision is effective Dec. 1, 2024. Click this link to see the updates.

Provider Investigations Handbook (PIH) Revised

December 3rd, 2024 The Provider Investigations Handbook (PIH) revision 24-2 updates sections throughout the handbook. This revision is effective Dec. 2, 2024.  Does apply to HCS/TxHmL/ICF programs. Click this link to see the updates.