Open-Ended HCS/TxHmL Contracts

by | Sep 30, 2026

September 30th, 2026 HHSC is beginning to require HCS/TxHmL providers with open-ended contracts (those which start with 001 and which HHSC refers to as evergreen contracts) to amend their contracts. Some of you may have received a letter from HHSC indicating that they needed to renew or amend their contract so HHSC could assign an end date.  This has to be done via CAMP which, heretofore, HHSC has stated CAMP was not fully operational and was only to be used for...

Provider Letter 2026-13 For ICF Providers: Workplace Violence Program-Updates

by | Sep 29, 2026

September 29th, 2026 Upcoming Webinars on Workplace Violence Prevention Program and Committee:  Handouts attached, but these may change based on questions HHSC received at the first training. Registration for HHSC’s Webinar on Senate Bill 463, Workplace Prevention Requirements for ICFs/IID Monday, Oct. 5, 2–3 p.m. Register for the webinar. Friday, Oct. 16, 10–11 a.m. Register for the webinar.   September 28th, 2026 Proposed Rules and Opportunity to...

Reporting Fraud To OIG Made Easier

by | Sep 29, 2026

September 29th, 2026 Your Texas Benefits provides easier access to fraud reporting The OIG coordinated with the Your Texas Benefits website and mobile app team to make it easier for program clients to report fraud. Links to the OIG Referral System are now featured on the same platforms beneficiaries use to apply for benefits and manage their accounts.

ISS Updates & New Rules (HCS/TxHmL)

by | Sep 27, 2026

September 27th, 2026 Register Now for Oct. 29 DAHS and Individualized Skills and Socialization Provider Webinar with HHSC LTCR HHSC Long-term Care Regulation will host a webinar for Day Activity Health Services (DAHS) and Individualized Skills and Socialization providers on Oct. 29 from 11 a.m. to noon. DAHS and Individualized Skills and Socialization providers should attend this and all webinars with HHSC LTCR. LTCR will provide the latest updates and take live...

FYI-2025 Fiscal Compliance Report Optional For IDD Waiver Providers

by | Sep 27, 2026

September 27th, 2026 Clarification: Regarding SFY 2025 Financial Compliance Reports HHSC is aware that some providers received a notification through the State of Texas Electronic Provider System (STEPS) indicating that penalties or enforcement actions may be imposed for failure to submit a state fiscal year (SFY) 2025 Financial Compliance Report (FCR). Providers should disregard the warning related to the SFY 2025 FCR, which was due Sept. 18, 2026. Remember:...