The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued a revised letter (PL 2021-29) announcing the end of temporary suspension of certain long-term care regulatory requirements related to COVID-19. The letter details the rules and statutes that are no longer suspended, those that will end in the future, and those that remain in place. It also provides clarification for Home and Community-based Services (HCS) providers on notifying HHSC when they temporarily increase capacity and return to regular operations. Nursing homes and healthcare facilities must now adhere to the updated rules and regulations, including submitting historical Medicaid occupancy data by December 2, 2021, and renewing licenses according to the appropriate rules. The suspension of certain certified nurse aide requirements remains in place until further notice.

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