Clarification Concerning Assessment For Risk For Restraints: HCS Vs. TxHmL

by | Jan 27, 2026

January 26th, 2027 During the HCS/TxHmL PI Quarterly Webinar with LTCR on January 26th, 2027 the following clarification was made concerning Assessment For Risk For Restraints: Only pertains to HCS this rule 565.33 (a) in which all individuals should have an assessment for risk for restraints completed initially within 30 days of receiving services, with the physician’s involvement, and annually and revised, if necessary, thereafter updated by the physician,...

TB Guidance Provider Letter 2026-02

by | Jan 25, 2026

January 22nd, 2026 HHSC LTCR Publishes Provider Letter 2026-02 Recommendations for Tuberculosis (TB) Screening LTCR has published PL 2026-02 regarding recommendations for tuberculosis (TB) screening. This provider letter provides guidance to Assisted Living Facility (ALF), Day Activity and Health Services (DAHS), DAHS with Individualized Skills and Socialization, and DAHS with Individualized Skills and Socialization Only facilities. This means this applies to the...

HCS and TxHmL Quarterly Webinar Scheduled for February 18th, 2026

by | Jan 23, 2026

January 23rd, 2026 Program providers and other interested stakeholders can now register for the upcoming HCS and TxHmL quarterly webinar. HCS and TxHmL Quarterly Webinar HHSC will be providing ongoing opportunities for HCS and TxHmL providers and FMSAs to hear about recent program updates. February 18, 2026 10 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Topics discussed will include: HCS/ TxHmL – 9/1/2025 Rate Change and IPC updates UR– Reductions and Denials, LON Increase...

Winter Weather Emergency Resources & Considerations: Update

by | Jan 23, 2026

January 25th, 2026 As we are in the midst of extreme winter weather across the state, and we may be in for some more of the same right behind this freeze, please see the information from HHSC below: Long-Term Care Facility Winter and Extreme Freezing Weather Preparedness HHSC reminds long-term care facilities and agencies to review and update emergency plans for freezing temperatures and snow. Emergency plans for extreme weather should include the provider’s plan...

Provider Investigations Update (HCS/TxHmL)

by | Jan 15, 2026

January 15th, 2025 HHSC received funding for 69 new positions to assist with these investigations, specifically to address the backlog of open cases.  All newly employed persons are in various stages of training with some already having completed their training. The goal is to have all investigations for ‘pending intakes’ over 30 days completed by this fall.  This may result in some providers receiving an increase in communications from PI. Note: The number of...