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Members Sought for the Hospital Payment Advisory Committee
Texas Medicaid·TX·Billing
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Sep 9, 2026
Summary
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is recruiting members for the Hospital Payment Advisory Committee (HPAC) to serve through December 31, 2032. This is a volunteer advisory board role focused on Texas hospital financing policies, disproportionate share hospitals, uncompensated care, and directed payment programs. Applications are due by October 1, 2026.
Action Required
This policy does not require direct action from the billing team's workflow or systems. However, if your practice leadership or billing department director is interested in influencing Texas hospital payment policies, they may consider reviewing the HPAC application requirements and submitting an application by the October 1, 2026 deadline through the HHSC Advisory Committee Application Portal or via email (HHS_Appointments@hhs.texas.gov), mail (Texas Health and Human Services Commission, 701 W 51st Street, Mail Code 0223, Austin, TX 78751, Attn: ACCO), or fax (512-206-3984, Attn: HPAC #0124). Committee members must attend quarterly meetings in Austin and may be reimbursed for travel per HHSC Travel Policy.