The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has issued a new letter (PL 2022-22) outlining the process for determining appropriate placement of residents in assisted living facilities (ALFs). If a resident is identified as inappropriately placed, the facility must follow specific procedures to request that the resident remain or initiate discharge procedures. The letter provides detailed instructions for facilities when a resident meets or does not meet evacuation criteria. It also outlines the required documentation and submission deadlines to the HHSC regional office. If the facility fails to follow these procedures, enforcement actions may be taken, including administrative penalties or emergency suspension. ALFs must now ensure compliance with these updated guidelines to avoid potential penalties.

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