HHSC: Nursing Facility Payment Methodology Advisory Committee (NF-PMAC)

The Nursing Facility Payment Methodology Advisory Committee (NF-PMAC) is established by Title 1 of the Texas Administrative Code (1 TAC) §351.839. The committee: Advises HHSC on the establishment and implementation of recommended improvements to the nursing facility (NF) reimbursement methodology and other NF payment topics. Studies and makes recommendations on the development of an NF reimbursement methodology that incentivizes quality care for people served in an NF, and is cost-effective, streamlined and transparent. Performs other tasks as requested by the executive commissioner. The executive commissioner appointed members to the committee to serve a term expiring Aug. 31, 2022. 1. Welcome and opening remarks. The meeting was convened by the Chair, Eddie Parades. A quorum was present. 2. Adoption of September 24, 2020, meeting minutes. The minutes were approved as written. 3. Subcommittee intent discussion. The crosswalk subcommittee had to be reconstit