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Rate Proposal Written Comment Period Extended

HHS has extended the written comment period for the proposed Medicaid payment rate adjustments presented at the May 24 public hearing. You can submit comments until 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2017.

Palliative Care Offers Support for Patients and Families

When people think of palliative care, many think of end-of-life scenarios. And while this can be the case, it can also help anyone diagnosed with a chronic, serious illness.

Texas Receives $27.4 Million Grant to Combat Opioid Addiction

Texas has been awarded $27.4 million in federal funds to combat opioid use disorders. The grant will boost Texas’ efforts aimed at preventing and treating prescription and illicit opioid dependence.

Texas Medicaid Mosquito Repellent Benefit Aims To Protect Texans

Starting May 1, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is offering the repellent to more Medicaid clients to ensure additional Texans are protected from the Zika virus that can be devastating to unborn babies.

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