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This page contains links to information about approved and draft waivers which apply to HHS programs and services.

The DSRIP Transition Plan must describe how the state will further develop its delivery system reform efforts without DSRIP funding after DY10, which ends on September 30, 2021. The Transition Plan will include milestones for HHSC for DY9-10 as the state prepares for DSRIP to end.

To let the public know about a rulemaking action – such as new, amended or repealed rules – HHS publishes a notice in the  Texas Register , a publication of the Texas Secretary of State. Interested parties then can review and comment on the proposed rule.

The Mental Health and Substance Abuse Public Reporting System collects and displays performance and outcome measures for Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) – funded mental health and substance use services. The data is intended to be available for public viewing and to elicit public input into the desired mental health and substance use data elements.

To be good stewards of the public trust, HHS takes into account stakeholder input when rules are being written or updated to ensure interested parties have a chance to contribute to the process.

Utilization Management Guidelines & Manual for Texas behavioral health providers

Uniform transportation standards for behavioral health providers in Texas

This page contains frequently asked questions about HIPAA, open records, and privacy practices.

HHS is considered a hybrid entity under HIPPA. Programs providing services and support functions to components involved in treatment, payment and health care operations must meet specific requirements under HIPAA.

This page contains information on the Healthy Texas Women 1115 Waiver, which allows the State of Texas to provide comprehensive women’s health services through a Medicaid demonstration waiver.