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…
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The Long-term Care Facilities Council shall study and make recommendations regarding a more consistent survey and informal dispute resolution process for long-term care facilities, the Medicaid quality-based payment systems for these facilities, and the allocation of Medicaid beds in these facilities.
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Texas Insight provides timely reporting of healthcare issues and events as they occur within the legislative and regulatory branches of Texas state government. HHSC: Texas School Health Advisory Committee. The Committee gathered to elect…
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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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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 (Regular Session),…
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Texas School Health Advisory Committee provides active leadership in the identification and dissemination of school health best practices and resources for school policy makers. View the committee membership roster.
1.Welcome/Call to Order/Introductions of members and staff. The meeting was called to order by John Chacon, HHSC, pending the arrival of the Chair, Josette Saxton.
2. Election of the Presiding Officer and Assistant Presiding Officer of the TSHAC. The Committee adopted the election procedure. A role call vote is required. Dr. Michael Kelly was the sole nominee and was elected presiding officer. Mandy Tyler was nominated for vice chair and was elected vice chair.
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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. The council produces a biennial report with recommendations to the executive Commissioner of HHSC and the Texas Legislature. The council includes family members of children with special health care needs and representatives of community, faith, business and other organizations.
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Upcoming Public Meetings Previous meetings have made alternative arrangements like phone-in capability or have been canceled. These meetings are on the calendar as of today. September 9, 2020 Texas Council…
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Texas Insight provides timely reporting of healthcare issues and events as they occur within the legislative and regulatory branches of Texas state government. HHSC: The Mental Health Condition and Substance Use Disorder Parity Workgroup.…
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Previous meetings have made alternative arrangements like phone-in capability or have been canceled. These meetings are on the calendar as of today. September 8, 2020 Intellectual and Developmental Disability System…
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