Meeting summary

Quick recap

The meeting focused on discussing challenges with HHSC contracts, particularly around CCMS (Case Management Services) implementation and performance measures. Providers raised concerns about the 24-hour waiting period requirement and service termination rules, which were creating operational difficulties. The group also explored questions about Dr. Laguna's sphere of influence and how to effectively engage with HHSC leadership. There was significant discussion about private insurance billing challenges and the need to better understand and navigate Medicaid managed care systems. The conversation concluded with updates about upcoming changes to the billing structure and a reminder about the upcoming general membership meeting.

Next steps

• Anna: Ask Noelle to discuss or provide examples of appropriate topics and her purview for HHSC leadership meetings, potentially at the upcoming general membership meeting or next month's call.

• Anna: Share the previously distributed list of funded providers/contracts with the group again, and share in the…

Meeting summary

Quick recap

The meeting focused on several key topics related to funding and program management in the behavioral health sector. Participants discussed the recent reversal of SAMHSA grant terminations, which had a significant impact on various organizations' funding and operations. They also addressed changes in CMVHS gender classification requirements and their implications for client care and documentation. The group explored strategies for diversifying funding sources and collaborating with other organizations to ensure sustainability. Additionally, they discussed recent changes in contract managers at HHSC and the challenges these changes present for ongoing projects and budgeting. The conversation ended with participants sharing their experiences and concerns about the constantly shifting landscape of behavioral health funding and regulation.

Next steps

• Jennifer: Follow up after the call to locate and forward documentation of the federal approval for the 15% de minimis rate to Doug.

• FiskB: Ask the CFO about documentation or award…

Quick recap

The meeting began with discussions about meeting invite issues and the stress of handling numerous RFAs, with Doug joining the meeting a few minutes late. The group then focused on new contracts for residential service providers and their financial implications, including the need for careful expense accounting and proper documentation systems. The latter part of the meeting covered significant financial challenges and operational updates across facilities, including funding concerns, program cuts, and territorial issues, with participants expressing frustration about lack of transparency from state authorities and the need for legislative involvement.

Next steps

• Noelle to look into why there are multiple meeting invites being sent to participants.

• Noelle to send out a member survey to update profiles and gather feedback on current issues.

• Noelle to bring up questions about contract overages and accounting requirements in the upcoming meeting with HHSC.

Quick recap

The group discussed RFP status and contract awards, including concerns about HHSC's communication and contract alignment issues, particularly regarding de minimis increases and unutilized funds. They reviewed the implementation progress of CCMS for residential programs across different regions, noting various challenges with dropdowns, role definitions, and portal setup. The conversation ended with discussions about funding changes for substance use disorder treatment services, including concerns about new for-profit providers and the impact of funding decisions on existing providers, with an upcoming member meeting planned for November.

Next steps

• Noelle to submit an Open Records request to obtain information about the amounts awarded to treatment providers, including the new provider in Nederland.

• Jennifer to forward the email regarding the denial of the increase from 10% to 15% de minimis to Noelle.

• Jennifer to send Noelle a copy of what HHSC sent for the prevention contracts from their Open Records request.