Leaders in Health and Human Services Reporting
Hearing. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) conducted a public hearing on September 15, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. to receive public comments on proposed Reimbursement for Federal Substance Abuse…
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The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) conducted stakeholder engagement meetings on September 14, 2023, to receive comments on Medicaid payment rates that may potentially be addressed at the…
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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…
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Texas Medical Disclosure Panel determines which risks and hazards related to medical care and surgical procedures must be disclosed by health care providers or physicians to their patients or persons authorized…
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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 task…
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Joint Committee on Access and Forensic Services develops recommendations for the bed day allocation methodology, the bed day utilization review protocol including a peer review process and advises on a comprehensive…
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Statewide Behavioral Health Coordinating Council develops, updates and oversees the implementation of the Texas Statewide Behavioral Health Strategic Plan which outlines a coordinated effort to address behavioral health gaps in services…
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Texas Diabetes Council addresses issues affecting people with diabetes in Texas and advises the Texas Legislature on legislation that is needed to develop and maintain a statewide system of quality education…
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The Sickle Cell Task Force raises public awareness of sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait. The purpose of the Sickle Cell Task Force is to study and advise the department on…
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1. Welcome and opening remarks The meeting was called to order by Chief Alletto, on behalf of the Executive Commissioner Chief officers’ remarks in lieu of the Executive commissioner’s welcome…
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