February 17, 2023
On Dec. 1, 2022, HHSC began issuing temporary licenses to Individualized Skills and Socialization Providers.
- Once HHSC issues a temporary license, HHSC may conduct a survey at any time.
- HHSC may conduct a survey of a licensed Individualized Skills and Socialization Providers prior to March 1, 2023. For example, if HHSC issues a temporary license on Feb. 21, 2023, HHSC may conduct an initial survey on Feb. 27, 2023.
- HHSC conducts unannounced surveys of licensed Individualized Skills and Socialization Providers.
- For on-site Individualized Skills and Socialization providers, the address on the license must match the address for service provision.
- Individualized Skills and Socialization providers must allow HHSC surveyors access to the on-site location and off-site activity locations.
For more information about Long-term Care Regulation Individualized Skills and Socialization provider requirements, refer to Texas Administrative Code Title 26, Chapter 559.