ICF/IID Updates

by | Dec 11, 2025

December 11th, 2025 ICF Quarterly Webinar with HHSC LTCR  For ICF Providers, and will discuss the latest information from LTCR. Those using Internet Explorer may have difficulties registering for the webinar. If so, try using another browser, such as Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge.  ICF Provider Webinar with LTCR Jan. 14, 2026 2–3 p.m. Register for the webinar. Email LTCR Policy to request agenda items or for questions related to this webinar. November 15th, 2025...

STEPS Replacing STAIRS In Early 2026

by | Dec 7, 2025

December 7th, 2025 STEPS Replacing STAIRS -December Update Starting in early 2026, HHSC will transition to a new web-based software application to collect information from providers for Medicaid and non-Medicaid cost reports, Supplemental and Directed Payment Program enrollments, and legislatively directed reports. The new system, the State of Texas Electronic Provider System (STEPS), will update and simplify the reporting and directed payment program enrollment...

Form 8578 (Intellectual Disability or Related Conditions) IDRC Assessment Update- Effective Nov. 14, 2025

by | Dec 4, 2025

December 4th, 2025 Very Important:  IDRC Form Updated Form used for: HCS/TxHml/ICF/CLASS/DBMD Form 8578 Intellectual Disability or Related Conditions Assessment and Instructions Update: An update to Form 8578 Intellectual Disability or Related Conditions Assessment and Instructions is now available. The effective date for the form and form instructions is the date of publication, Nov. 14, 2025. Click here for the new...

LTCR Provider Webinar Training

by | Dec 4, 2025

December 4th, 2025 December 2025 LTCR Provider Webinar Training Opportunities Home and Community-Based Services and Texas Home Living Provider (HCS/TxHmL) Joint Training Webinars Plan of Removal for HCS/TxHmL Providers Tuesday, Dec. 16 2–3:30 p.m. Register here for the webinar. Medication Management for HCS/TxHmL Providers Monday, Dec. 22 1:30–3 p.m. Register here for the webinar. For more training opportunities, visit the Joint Training Course...

National Influenza Vaccination Week 2025-Digital Toolkit

by | Dec 3, 2025

December 3rd, 2025 The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Immunization Section has announced the release of the National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) 2025 Digital Toolkit. NIVW takes place each December and highlights the importance of flu vaccination during influenza season. This week-long observance reinforces that it is not too late for Texans to receive a flu vaccine and protect themselves, their families, and their communities. The NIVW...