Starting Jan. 2023: New HCS& TxHmL Provider Application Process
January 2nd, 2023 Effective January 2023, the open enrollment application process to get a provisional contract to provide Home and Community-based Services (HCS) and Texas Home Living (TxHmL) services will change. You must be enrolled as a Texas Medicaid provider through the Texas Medicaid & Healthcare Partnership (TMHP) Provider Enrollment System (PEMS) before applying. 2. To apply, you must complete the Provider Applicant Training (PAT). The PAT is now...Expedited PPE Delivery for Long-Term Care Providers
January 2nd, 2023 HHSC published an alert on Dec. 21, 2022, informing long-term care providers that expedited delivery is available for a limited time for personal protective equipment through the Texas Division of Emergency Management. This resource is available to all long-term care providers, including: Nursing Facilities Assisted Living Facilities Intermediate Care Facilities Home and Community-based Services Home and Community Support Services Agencies,...HCS & ICF Emergency & Disaster Preparation Updates
January 1st, 2023 LTC Winter and Extreme Freezing Weather Preparedness HHSC encourages 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 to address: Power loss Water and food needs Communication to families and staff Staffing shortages Sheltering in place and evacuation as applicable Providers must follow emergency preparedness rules...Out-of-Hospital Do-Not-Resuscitate Order (From DSHS)
Out-of-Hospital Do-Not-Resuscitate Order Out-of-Hospital Do-Not-Resuscitate (OOH DNR) order. Both the English and Spanish versions can be downloaded on the EMS and Trauma Systems website, along with “Frequently Asked Questions About OOH DNR,” also in both languages. For questions related to OOH DNR orders, email EMSInfo@dshs.texas.gov.Upcoming Events
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Presented by: Dr. Amanda Frias, OT University of Mary Harden Baylor Twogether Consulting is pleased to share one of our newest resources for IDD providers, Dr. Amanda Frias, OT, Assistant Professor: Mayborn College of[...]