by Julie Blacklock | Jul 30, 2026
July 30th, 2026 UPDATE: TMHP EDI Connectivity Change Rescheduled for Sept. 1, 2026 The TMHP Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Connectivity change scheduled for Aug. 1, 2026, has been moved to Sept. 1, 2026. Note: This change gives batch submitters more time to prepare for the transition from the virtual private network connectivity method to the new Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) method. Providers that fail to complete trading partner testing for their...
by Julie Blacklock | Jul 27, 2026
July 27th, 2026 These Items Need To Be In Your ER Preparedness Plans. See the rule below with information and please take note of the “8 Core Functions” of your ER Preparedness Plan & what contents must be in your Fire Safety Plan Title 26 Part I Ch 559 Subchapter D Ch 559.79 (a) Definitions. The following words and terms, when used in this section, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. (1) Designated...
by Julie Blacklock | Jul 27, 2026
July 27th, 2026 For Those Not Aware of DAHS With ISS Training Requirements: Some of these items may need to be updated in your ISS policies and procedures since initial requirements may have been different or are clarified in current rules Title 26 Part I Ch 559 Subchapter D Rule §559.67(a) Initial training. (1) A facility must provide direct service staff with training in its fire, disaster, and evacuation procedures within three workdays after the start of...
by Julie Blacklock | Jul 25, 2026
July 25th, 2026 Primary Entity Contacts List Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has transitioned to a new web-based software application to collect information from providers for Medicaid and non-Medicaid financial compliance reports. The new system, the State of Texas Electronic Provider System (STEPS), will update and simplify financial compliance reporting. On July 20, 2026, HHSC will begin collecting fiscal year 2025 Financial Compliance...
by Julie Blacklock | Jul 25, 2026
July 25th, 2026 July 15 ICF/IID Quarterly Webinar with HHSC LTCR Recording Available The July 15 recording of the Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF/IID) Quarterly Webinar with Long-term Care Regulation is available. Listen to the ICF/IID Quarterly Webinar recording. Read the Quarterly Webinar (PDF). Email LTCR Policy for the transcript. July 15th, 2026 ICF/IID Quarterly Webinar with HHSC LTCR: July 15th, 2026 HHSC Long-Term Care Regulation will host a webinar...
