CBT (Computer Based Training) For Entering Claims For HCS & TxHmL Services As Of March 1st, 2022

by | Feb 8, 2022

February 8th, 2022 CBT (Computer Based Training) For TMHP Billing of Services/Entering Claims For those of you asking where to submit claims for HCS & TxHmL services after March 1st, this will be via TMHP.  CARE will no longer be used to submit these claims as of March 1st, 2022.  Training on how to submit your claims can be found on the TexMedConnect for LTC Providers portal via CBT training. TexMedConnect for Long-Term Care (LTC) Providers “This CBT...

Can An HCS Program Provider Provide Services To Their Own Child Or Family Member?

by | Feb 1, 2022

I recently received this response from HHSC and thought it might be helpful to some providers who may have this concern: There is no rule or regulation that prohibits an HCS Program Provider from providing services to their own child or family member. You can pop over to this site to get in touch with the best lawyers who will help you to claim this scheme. The program provider’s operations must prevent conflict of interest as required by 40 TAC §9.177(f): §9.177...

HCS/TxHmL Writing Acceptable Plans of Correction Webinar-Feb. 9th, 2022

by | Feb 1, 2022

February 1st, 2022 HCS/TxHmL Writing Acceptable Plans of Correction Webinar   “WHAT IS A POC? 42 CFR §488.401 defines a Plan of Correction to mean a plan developed by the facility and approved by CMS or the survey agency that describes the actions the facility will take to correct deficiencies and specifies the date by which those deficiencies will be corrected.Apr 19, 2021” Program providers can register for the Writing Acceptable Plans of...

Allowance of Delivery of PT, OT, and ST Services Via Telehealth (IL 2022-08)

by | Feb 1, 2022

February 1st, 2022 HHSC Publishes Information on Delivery of PT, OT, and ST Services (IL 2022-08) HHSC is issuing interim guidance allowing telehealth delivery of physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services. Access Information Letter No. 2022-08, HB4: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy Services Delivered by Synchronous Audio-Visual. The letter notes which therapies are not allowed to be delivered through telehealth...

COVID-19 Cases Continue to Rise – What Should LTC Providers Do?

by | Feb 1, 2022

February 1st, 2022 Guidance for LTC Providers COVID-19 cases continue to increase across Texas. HHSC reminds providers to follow the guidelines listed below and ensure their emergency plan is up to date. Staff must be aware of what to do in the event of any sort of emergency, including an outbreak of flu or COVID-19. Please review the following rules, guidelines, and policies: COVID-19 mitigation and visitation rules for your provider type Any applicable COVID-19...

HHSC has published ICF and HCS Emergency Staffing Requests Letter – Jan. 10th, 2022

by | Jan 17, 2022

HHSC has published ICF and HCS Emergency Staffing Requests – Jan. 10 HHSC has published ICF and HCS Emergency Staffing Requests (Provider Letter 2022-02). This letter provides information for Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with an Intellectual Disability (ICFs) or Related Conditions and Home and Community-based Services (HCS) program providers facing staffing shortages related to the COVID-19 public health emergency.