Category: Provider Resource

Updated STAC Asthma Action Plan Now Available: Guidance for Health Care Providers

Nov 12, 2024 | Provider News, Provider Resource

Managing asthma in children requires collaboration between health care providers, parents, and caregivers. ALL children with asthma should have an Asthma Action Plan filled out by their healthcare provider. The South Texas Asthma Coalition (STAC) has released a new,...

Provider Guidance: Pertussis (Whooping Cough)

Oct 31, 2024 | HHSC News, Provider Resource

Adapted from: Symptoms of Whooping Cough | Pertussis (Whooping Cough) | CDC Early treatment and prophylaxis can make illness less serious and prevent the spread of infection. Treatment of infection and prophylaxis for all asymptomatic household contacts is recommended...

Upcoming Cost Report Training Information for LTSS STAR+PLUS Providers

Oct 3, 2024 | EVV News, Provider Resource

Preparers must attend cost report training for every program for which a cost or accountability report is submitted. If a preparer attends Cost Report Training, then the preparer is approved to prepare other reports for that program within the biennium. Preparers who...

Translation/Interpreter Services for Members

Oct 1, 2024 | Community First Providers, Provider Resource

Community First provides free, 24-hour access to interpreter services at no cost for Community First Members with limited English proficiency (LEP) or who use sign language. Interpreters are available in more than 200 languages by request. Please use our...

Additional 2023 CPC Cost Report Training Information for LTSS STAR+PLUS Providers

Aug 16, 2024 | EVV News, HHSC News, Provider Resource

The HHSC Provider Finance Department provided the Information Letter No. 2023-44 Cost Report and 2023 and 2024 Accountability Report Training Information. CPC (Primary Home Care [PHC], Community Living Assistance and Support Services [CLASS], Direct Service Agency...

EVV Policy Reminder for Severe Weather

Jul 25, 2024 | EVV News, Provider Resource

In response to the recent severe weather, HHSC is issuing the following guidance for EVV program providers, financial management services agencies (FMSAs), and Consumer Directed Services (CDS) employers. Key Details: All service delivery for an EVV-required service...