Telecommunications and Teledentistry Services to Be Updated in CSHCN Services Program Provider Manual
AI Summary
Effective August 14, 2026, Texas Medicaid will update documentation requirements for telemedicine, teledentistry, and telehealth services in the CSHCN Services Program. Providers must comply with Texas Occupational Code requirements, document informed consent, and follow specific record retention requirements for data collection and sharing.
Action Required
Before August 14, 2026: Providers delivering telemedicine, teledentistry, or telehealth services to CSHCN patients must update documentation workflows to ensure compliance with Texas Occupational Code Title 3 and licensing board standards. Update EMR templates to include informed consent documentation for treatment, data collection, and data sharing. Ensure record retention policies meet all specified requirements. Non-compliance may result in claim denials or audit findings.
Plan Types
Medicaid
States
TX
Specialties
all-specialties, dentistry