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HHSC Publishes Revised PL 2026-06 (Replaces Provider Letter 15-06)

Published June 3, 2026Effective June 1, 2026

AI Summary

HHSC has revised the process for submitting Medicaid occupancy reports for nursing facilities. Effective June 1, 2026, all Medicaid occupancy reports must be submitted through the Texas Unified License Information Portal (TULIP) instead of the previous system.

Action Required

Before June 1, 2026: Licensed Medicaid-certified nursing facility administrators must transition to submitting occupancy reports through TULIP portal instead of current system. Access the 'Reporting' section of the Provider Portal home page for occupancy report submissions. This change does not affect typical medical billing operations for physician practices.

Plan Types

Medicaid

States

TX