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HHSC LTCR Publishes PL 2026-14 Amendments to the Definitions of Abuse and Neglect
Texas Medicaid·TX · Geriatrics·General
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Jul 22, 2026
Summary
HHSC Long-term Care Regulation has published Provider Letter 2026-14 updating the definitions of child abuse and neglect for nursing facilities (NF) and portable/person-centered emergency care (PPECC) providers, based on Texas House Bill 1106 from the 89th Legislature. This policy clarifies regulatory compliance requirements for long-term care facilities in Texas but does not directly impact clinical billing codes or reimbursement workflows for most medical practices.
Action Required
No immediate billing team action required. This policy applies only to nursing facilities and PPECC providers licensed by HHSC Long-term Care Regulation. If your practice operates a licensed nursing facility or PPECC program, compliance and quality assurance teams (not billing) should review PL 2026-14 and update abuse/neglect reporting protocols and staff training materials to align with amended Texas Family Code §261.001 definitions. For clarification on applicability, contact LTCRPolicy@hhs.texas.gov. Standard medical practices providing outpatient or inpatient services are not directly affected.