SHARS Proposed Policy Changes as of October 1, 2022

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HHSC has proposed changes to the SHARS Handbook in the Texas Medicaid Provider Procedures Manual (TMPPM).

Below are a couple of topics considered for changes:

– expand audiology services to students eligible for 504 services, and

– update allowable provider types for speech-language services.

The complete document is available at the Texas Health and Human Services website.

Public comments will be accepted until 5 PM on July 28, 2022.  Comments and questions can be sent to  mcdmedicalbenefitspol@hhsc.state.tx.us