In alignment with?HB 4 (87th Legislative Session, 2021), HHSC has developed draft policy changes to allow covered services through telemedicine, telehealth and audio-only delivery if clinically appropriate and cost effective. The HB 4 draft policies were previously posted for public comment. The responses to public comments are available below. To learn more about implementation of HB 4 and the analysis framework, visit the MCS Teleservices webpage.
The linked documents below include responses to draft policy comments.
Children's Services Handbook
Gynecological, Obstetrics and Family Planning Title XIX Services Handbook
Healthy Texas Women (HTW) Program Handbook
Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy Services
Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy Services and related Durable Medical Equipment services (PDF)
- Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy ? Children (Acute and Chronic) policy
- Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy ? Adult/Clients Age 21 and Over policy
- Mobility Aids ? Home Health
- Mobility Aids ? CCP
- Augmentative Communication Device (ACD) System ? Home Health policy
Telecommunication Services Handbook
Contact MCD Medical Benefits with questions.
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