Guidance for Providers Related to the Search Engine for Multi-Agency Reportable Conduct (SEMARC)

by | Aug 10, 2026

August 10th, 2026 HHSC LTCR Publishes Revised SEMARC Guidance for Providers (PL 2026-10) HHSC LTCR has published revised Provider Letter 2026-10, LTCR Provider Responsibilities for the Search Engine for Multi-Agency Reportable Conduct (SEMARC). The letter has been updated to include information on a hold-harmless period from August 3, 2026, to October 5, 2026. July 3rd, 2026 HHSC Long-Term Care Regulation has published Provider Letter 2026-10, LTCR Provider...

Responsibility of Maintaining Records

by | Aug 6, 2026

August 6th, 2026 In accordance with 26 TAC §52.113 (relating to Record Retention and Disposition) and the requirements of the Community Services Provider Contract or Provider Agreement, all records must be developed and retained in the form in which they were created until the latest of the following: seven (7) years after a claim is submitted; seven (7) years after all issues involving the record have been mitigated; or the individual about whom the record...

Confirmation of TMHP Electronic Data Interchange Transactions Process

by | Aug 5, 2026

August 5th, 2026 From HHSC: An update to the electronic submission process for Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) transactions is scheduled for Sept. 1, 2026. As part of this transition, a new connectivity method will be introduced that will affect batch submitters who currently connect using a virtual private network. Read the full alert.

Delays in Processing in TMHP Portal: Portal Request Change Forms

by | Aug 3, 2026

August 3rd, 2026 From HHSC: Texas Medicaid & Healthcare Partnership (TMHP) is currently experiencing delays in processing Portal Request Change Forms (PRCFs) due to a backlog. As part of the process, TMHP has implemented an additional security step in the PRCF process to confirm a provider’s identity and obtain permission to make the requested changes. This will be done through a video conference. The verification must be completed during the video conference...