The Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee studies maternal mortality and morbidity by studying and reviewing cases of pregnancy-related deaths and trends in severe maternal morbidity, determining the feasibility of the…
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The STAR Kids Managed Care Advisory Committee advises on the establishment and implementation of the STAR Kids Medicaid managed care program which provide services for children with disabilities who have Medicaid coverage to improve coordination and customization of care, access to care, health outcomes, cost containment and quality of care.
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The Policy Council for Children and Families works to improve the coordination, quality, efficiency, and outcomes of services provided to children with disabilities and their families through the state's health, education, and human services systems.
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The Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council consults with and advises on matters related to the establishment, maintenance, operation and outcome evaluation of the statewide palliative care consumer and professional information and education program.
House Bill (HB) 1874, 84th Legislature, Regular Session, 2015 established the Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council to assess the availability of patient-centered and family-focused palliative care in Texas. HB 1874 charges the council to consult with and advise the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) on matters related to the establishment, maintenance, operation, and outcome evaluation of the statewide palliative care consumer and professional information and education program.
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The Texas School Health Advisory Committee provides active leadership in the identification and dissemination of school health best practices and resources for school policymakers.
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Welcome and Opening Remarks. The meeting was convened on February 20th, 2020, by the executive Commissioner.
Novel Coronavirus Update. Dr. Hellerstedt stated that their focus is on preventing the spread of the virus in Texas. They have activated The State Medical Observation Center (SMOC). This entity maintains communication with the public and stakeholders. Coronavirus can infect people and animals. This is called a novel virus because it has not been seen in people before. Therefore, there is no innate immunity. Ninety-nine percent of the deaths have occurred in China. There are 15 confirmed cases in the US and most are travel-related. Texas has one confirmed case and several hundred people in Texas are being monitored because they have traveled to high-risk areas.
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The Medical Care Advisory Committee is a federally mandated committee that reviews and makes recommendations to the state Medicaid director on proposed rules that involve Medicaid policy or affect Medicaid-funded programs.
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The Perinatal Advisory Council develops and recommends criteria for designating levels of neonatal and maternal care. The Perinatal Advisory Council, created by House Bill 15 of the 83rd Texas Legislature…
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Hearing. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) conducted a public hearing to receive comment on proposed amendments to §9.177, concerning Certification Principles: Staff Member and Service Provider Requirements;…
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The Texas Council on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke conducts health education, public awareness and community outreach; improves access to treatment; coordinates activities among state agencies; and develops a database of recommendations for treatment and care. During the 76th session of the Texas Legislature, lawmakers passed House Bill 2085, which included the creation of the Texas Council on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke.
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