Responsibility of Maintaining Records

by | Aug 6, 2026

August 6th, 2026 In accordance with 26 TAC §52.113 (relating to Record Retention and Disposition) and the requirements of the Community Services Provider Contract or Provider Agreement, all records must be developed and retained in the form in which they were created until the latest of the following: seven (7) years after a claim is submitted; seven (7) years after all issues involving the record have been mitigated; or the individual about whom the record...

Confirmation of TMHP Electronic Data Interchange Transactions Process

by | Aug 5, 2026

August 5th, 2026 From HHSC: An update to the electronic submission process for Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) transactions is scheduled for Sept. 1, 2026. As part of this transition, a new connectivity method will be introduced that will affect batch submitters who currently connect using a virtual private network. Read the full alert.

Delays in Processing in TMHP Portal: Portal Request Change Forms

by | Aug 3, 2026

August 3rd, 2026 From HHSC: Texas Medicaid & Healthcare Partnership (TMHP) is currently experiencing delays in processing Portal Request Change Forms (PRCFs) due to a backlog. As part of the process, TMHP has implemented an additional security step in the PRCF process to confirm a provider’s identity and obtain permission to make the requested changes. This will be done through a video conference. The verification must be completed during the video conference...

ISS Updates & New Rules (HCS/TxHmL)

by | Jul 31, 2026

July 31st, 2026 CLARIFICATION:  Staff Training Requirements for Providers of DAHS with ISS Only Licenses ANE Emergency Response  Infection Control Current rules at §559.227(l)(2)(B), §559.227(l)(2)(C), and §559.227(l)(2)(E) specify that staff are to receive training on these  topics “at least biannually.”  HHSC has received questions regarding the meaning of biannual (twice every year or every two years). HHSC clarified that the training is to occur...

DAHS & ISS Quarterly Webinar

by | Jul 31, 2026

July 31st, 2026 If you missed the quarterly ISS webinar on 7/30/26, the recording and handout will be posted in the near future, but they are not available yet. July 13th, 2026 Register for DAHS/ISS Quarterly Webinar HHSC Long-Term Care Regulation will host a webinar for Day Activity and Health Services (DAHS) and Individualized Skills and Socialization providers regarding the latest information from LTCR. DAHS and Individualized Skills and Socialization providers...