Winter Weather Emergency Resources & Considerations: Update
October 31st, 2025 Now Is The Time To Start Prepping For Winter Weather Emergencies It finally feels like fall weather in Texas, and before you know it, winter will be upon us. As IDD providers, you all know that you can’t wait til the last minute. For winter weather preparation, IDD providers should focus on creating an emergency kit with supplies like food, water, medication, and batteries, and ensuring a backup heat and power source. It is crucial to...Where To Find Medicaid Eligibility Information for LTC Providers: TexMedConnect
October 28th, 2025 Medicaid Eligibility Reports – SSI Medicaid HHSC has been working on enhancements to improve awareness and visibility of the Medicaid recertification date to increase timely submission. HHSC announced that be making changes to the current training video on this subject and will release info about this in the near future. Current video on this topic (updated 7 months ago) is available at:...Upcoming Webinars Presented By Consolidated Planning Group
October 28th, 2025 Click On The Webinar Name Below To Register For Upcoming Webinars From Consolidated Planning Group November 4, 2025 12:00p – 1:00p Webinar Educational Options After High School for Special Needs Families – Plus Bonus Content About The New Texas Education Savings Account! November 6, 2025 12:00p – 1:00p Webinar 4 Things You Need to Know About Protecting Your Child With Special Needs with Special Needs Attorney Michele...SNAPS Status Update: Beginning Nov. 1st, 2025
October 28th, 2025 November SNAP Benefits & Information Resources Due to the current federal government shutdown, there will be insufficient funds to pay SNAP benefits for November. For Texas and the millions of Texans who will be affected, and more specifically, the individuals in the Texas HCS and TxHmL programs who receive SNAP benefits, as well as possibly many of your own staff that you may employ, we want you to know the following: The three IDD...OIG Audits & Inspections: Update
October 28th, 2025 OIG Beginning Auditing of Cost Reports If you attended the Office of Inspector General (OIG) session at PPAT’s 28th Annual Conference you may recall Susan Biles, OIG, stating that the OIG’s FY 2026 Work Plan would include auditing HCS/TxHmL cost reports. We have received updated information since their presentation at PPAT, as a result of some of the inquiries during the session. Some providers have already began receiving requests...Upcoming Events
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Pop-Up Webinar “Nursing Document...
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Pop-Up Webinar “Nursing Document...
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Nov 11 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
“Nursing Documentation & Billable Services” (HCS/TxHmL) After payment is made, you will receive a webinar registration link for “Gotowebinar”. Please register right away to receive reminders. All Attendees will receive “Certificate of Completion” from “Gotowebinar”[...]
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Webinar: “Developing Implementat...
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Nov 21 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
“Developing Implementation Plans With Person-Centered Practices: Update 2025” (HCS/TxHmL Programs) PAYMENT FOR REGISTRATION You will receive a confirmation email and handout as well as a link to register with “Gotowebinar”[...]