Information below is from PPAT for Registration and Info!
PPAT’s 29th Annual Fall Conference
September 2-4, 2026
Session topics
(Subject to change)
-Legislative Panel: Preparing for the 90th Texas Legislative Session and Sunset Review of HHSC
-Navigating Changes to the IDD Reimbursement Process & Cost Reports
-PEMS: Overview of Improvements Coming, Status of OIG Backlog & More
-Review of June, 2026 DOJ Opinion: Impetus and Impact on Olmstead, Section 504 and ADA
-CIMS New Reporting process & Portal
-ISS: Review of Updated Policy Changes including Guidance Letter on Prohibition of Certain Fees
-Benefits of Outdoor and Homesteading Experiences for People with IDD
-ICF/IID and HCS LON Increases: How to Submit a Successful Request
-Updates to NAR and SEMARC Employability Search Status
-Facilitating Difficult Conversations/De-escalating Disputes to Achieve Mutually Beneficial Resolutions
-CAMP (and no, not a summer camp): Improvements to Contract Application & Renewal Processes
-ICF/IID Referrals: Review of Efforts to Improve Referral Process & Address ICF/IID Capacity Challenges
-Medicaid Eligibility
-Updates on HHSC Activities & Initiatives and Opportunity to Share Challenges with and Suggest Resolutions to HHSC
-Focus Group with Colleagues (aka, Provider Support Group): Exchange Ideas & Tips for Operating Efficiently with Peers
-Managing Program Enrollments & Transfers
More to come…
Registration, Exhibitor, and Sponsorship forms attached!
Link to register online: 2026PPATConfRegistration
(Sponsorship, Marketing & Exhibiting forms must be submitted by mail, fax or email to Jaimppat@aol.com. Registration does not need to be separate)
Reserve your room: 2026PPATConferenceRoomReservation
Reservations with the DoubleTree Hotel can also be made by calling the toll-free national reservation center line at 1.800.866.3126, for the special rate of $149.00 Single/Double. Identify yourself with the Private Providers Association of Texas (promotional code CDTPPA). Reservations are subject to space and availability.
All reservations must be guaranteed by credit card or advance deposit. Reservations must be canceled by 12:00 PM and 48 hours before the day of arrival or the first night of the stay will be charged.
Parking:
Covered self-parking for conference attendees is $10/day. Parking based on availability. Valet parking is not available at this location.
Hotel Information:
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel North, 6505 IH 35 North, Austin, TX 78752
We Look Forward to Seeing You!
