Medicaid Managed Care and the new MCO structure are now a reality in Texas, but it’s far from simple for providers. After just a few short months SNFs face unprecedented challenges, including changing or contradictory mandates, unpredictable cash flow, form complexity, and messy manual processes. Providers must now manage a … Read More
DADS announces new web-based Texas PASRR training
UPDATE: Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) Functions Moved to Texas HHS site Visit this page for PASRR training resources from Texas HHS The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) has launched two new web-based Texas PASRR training programs for Texas nursing facilities. The programs cover … Read More
On-demand webinar: Texas PASRR–What you need to know now
In this highly informative webinar, DADS highlights the most recent and upcoming enhancements to the PASRR program. Learn how to respond to common PASRR issues and concerns faced by nursing facilities, and become familiar with the latest PASRR requirements. Our special guest speaker is Cathy Belliveau, CCM, Senior PASRR Program … Read More
On-demand webinar: MDS 3.0 changes/RAI manual changes for 2015
New MDS 3.0 changes and Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Manual changes became effective Oct. 1, 2015, affecting MDS workflow and reimbursement for skilled nursing facilities in every state. For the second year in a row, SimpleLTC arranged for MDS expert Cheryl Shiffer to present a special free training webinar to … Read More
On-demand webinar: Texas MCO Prior Authorizations
There’s a new Texas MCO Prior Authorization form…here’s what you need to know Texas Medicaid Managed Care continues to pose new challenges to long-term care providers. Beginning Sept. 1, 2015, all MCOs must accept the new standardized Texas MCO Prior Authorization form from long-term care providers (instructions for the form … Read More