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Information on how the CDS program is implemented in Texas.

HHSC is mandated to create and provide nursing facilities with one of the posters required by Texas Administrative Code, Title 26, Part 1, Chapter 554, §554.1921(e), the notice of how to file a complaint, giving the toll-free telephone number. This page provides information on how to obtain these posters.

Listing of handbooks and forms for nursing facility providers in Texas

Information about how the CDS program works in Texas.

A list of CDS training presentations.

The term "negotiated rulemaking" specifies a particular process to be used to draft a proposed rule. This process provides for a group of 12-15 stakeholders who represent differing interests affected by the proposed rule to negotiate and potentially reach agreement on a proposed rule.

CDS Program Handbooks and Forms

Consumer Directed Services (CDS) Webinar recordings and presentation documents.

Information about the licensing and regulation of nursing facilities (NFs) in Texas.

Information for Consumer Directed Services (CDS) providers in Texas.

Information about how to become a CDS provider in Texas.

Training resources for CDS providers.

Resources for CDS Support Advisor Training and Application.

Information on how to become a licensed Nursing Facility provider in Texas.

Advance care planning means planning ahead for how you want to be treated if you are very ill or near death. This page provides information about that process for both providers and consumers.