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*STEPS Replacing STAIRS in Early 2026*

HHSC will switch to a new reporting system for Medicaid cost reports and Directed Payment Program enrollments starting in early 2026. The new system, State of Texas Electronic Provider System (STEPS), will update and simplify the cost reporting and enrollment processes. The current system, the State of Texas Automated Information Reporting System (STAIRS), will remain in use until the transition is complete.

*Resources*


* *STEPS Webpage*

* The Provider Finance Department website [ [link removed] ] now has a STEPS webpage [ [link removed] ], which will serve as a central location for major announcements and resources.
* Updates regarding STEPS will be posted regularly before the system goes live.

* *Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)*

* *The *STEPS webpage [ [link removed] ]* includes an FAQ document to address your anticipated questions.*

*Questions*

Any additional questions not answered in the FAQ can be submitted through the online questions and feedback portal [ [link removed] ]. These questions will not receive a direct response but will help guide updates to the FAQ.

















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