As stated in the Community First Provider notice posted on May 11 (“EVV Contract Awarded to Accenture and HHAeXchange”), users of the current EVV vendor systems (DataLogic/Vesta or First Data/AuthentiCare) must transition to HHAeXchange or receive approval as an EVV...
ATTENTION COMMUNITY FIRST PROVIDERS Texas state regulations (Texas Administrative Code §353.502) require MCOs to conduct routine audits of Provider and Member claims to ensure that proper payments are made. If you receive a request for medical records, return...
HHSC will begin collecting cost surveys for the state fiscal year 2022 on June 1, 2023. The purpose of the cost survey is to collect FMSA costs for the state fiscal year 2022 for all FMSAs in Texas. This cost information will be used in the review of current FMSA...
Personal Care Services (PCS) is considered medically necessary when a member requires help with activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), or health maintenance activities (HMAs) because of physical, cognitive, or behavioral...
DisABILITYsa is hosting a FREE Vax-abilitySTRONG Provider Workshops beginning on February 25th for health care professionals (Pharmacists, Physicians, Nurses, Clinicians) to learn about creating a disability-friendly environment. The 2.5 hour workshop covers types of...
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has been notified of a case of malaria diagnosed in a Cameron County, Texas resident who has not traveled outside the country or state. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has been...
Community First Members affected by severe weather can contact Member Services at 1-800-434-2347 for support. If you have special health care needs and need assistance, please contact your assigned Service Coordinator directly.
