Attention Texas LTC providers: Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced an upcoming webinar on Specialized Services, especially for Texas nursing facilities. Specialized Services Webinar Training, presented by Sally Schultz Tuesday, April 25, 2017, 10:30am–12:00pm What you’ll learn What are Specialized Services, why are they important, and the rules and … Read More
Texas facilities can now enroll in QIPP
The Texas Quality Incentive Payment Program (QIPP) is now open for enrollment by Texas nursing facilities and SNF organizations. QIPP open enrollment began Monday, April 3, 2017. All enrollment materials are due to the Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) no later than 5:00 pm, April 30, 2017. To enroll, visit the HHS … Read More
Texas providers: Share your PASRR success stories
Why PASRR: Share your success story! Because the work you do with PASRR and PL1 processes is important, the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) is asking Texas providers to share success stories related to PASRR. Why is PASRR important? As a Texas long-term care provider, the screening you do (PL1) … Read More
DADS announces new Texas PASRR enhancements effective Aug. 26, 2016
The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) has just release new information regarding upcoming Texas PASRR changes. The new enhancements take effect Aug. 26, 2016, and primarily affect the time allowed to perform updates to PL1 screening and IDT meeting documentation requirements. Please see the details, as provided by … Read More