Texas Home Care & Hospice Policies & Procedures
Fully HHSC Chapter 558 Compliant • Purchase & Provide Info → Receive Customized Docs in 24-48 hrs
Download PAS PackageTexas HHSC Compliance Overview
- HCSSA License Required – Home and Community Support Services Agency
- HHSC Chapter 558 Compliance – Personal Assistance Services Standards
- Texas Administrative Code Title 40 – Long-Term Care Services Standards
- Comprehensive Written Policies & Procedures Required
- QAPI (Quality Assurance Performance Improvement) Documentation
- Employee Training & Competency Requirements
- Client Rights & Service Documentation
- Background Checks & Fingerprinting Requirements – Texas DPS
- Emergency Preparedness Planning
- Infection Control Standards – CDC Guidelines
- Complaint & Incident Reporting Procedures
Choose Your Package
PAS Home Care Package
Complete policies for Personal Assistance Services agencies providing non-medical home care in Texas
$573
View Details Buy NowHome Health Package
Comprehensive policy set for Medicare-certified home health agencies providing skilled nursing & therapy services
$620
View Details Buy NowHospice Agency Package
Specialized policies for hospice agencies requiring HHSC licensure and Medicare certification
$620
View Details Buy NowTotal Healthcare Package
All-inclusive package covering PAS, Home Health & Hospice for Texas agencies
$1,750
View Details Buy NowHow It Works
- Select Your Package: Choose the policy package that matches your Texas agency type (PAS, Home Health, or Hospice).
- Purchase & Provide Information: After purchase, you'll receive a secure link to input your company details.
- Receive Customized Documents: Get your fully customized, HHSC-compliant policies delivered within 24–48 hours.
Important Texas Home Care & Hospice Resources
Texas State Agencies for Home Health Licensing
Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)
Phone: (855) 937-2372
HHSC Resource Centers
Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
Texas DSHS Website
HCSSA Licensing Portal
Texas HCSSA License Application
Texas Home Care Industry Association
Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice (TAHCH)
9390 Research Blvd, Bldg. I, Suite 300
Austin, TX 78759
Phone: (512) 338-9293
Toll Free: (800) 880-8893
Email: membership@tahch.org
TAHCH - Texas Home Care Association
Texas Professional Licensing Boards for Home Health Staff
- Texas Board of Nursing (BON) - RN and LVN licensing
- Texas Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE)
1801 Congress Ave, Suite 10.900, Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (512) 305-6900 - Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners (TSBSWE) - Medical social work licensing
- Texas Board of Examiners of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology - SLP licensing
Texas Medicaid Waiver Programs for Home Care
- Medically Dependent Children Program (MDCP) - Home care for medically fragile children
- Primary Home Care (PHC) - Texas Medicaid home care services
Texas Hospice Organizations & National Home Care Resources
Home Health Accreditation Organizations
- Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) - Medicare deemed status
- Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) - Home health accreditation
- The Joint Commission - Healthcare accreditation standards
Federal Medicare & Healthcare Compliance Resources
- Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) - Healthcare quality research
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - Accessibility compliance
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Infection control guidelines
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) - Medicare home health regulations
- National Patient Safety Foundation - Patient safety standards
- Office for Civil Rights (OCR) - HIPAA compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these policies compliant with Texas HHSC regulations?
Yes—every package is built to meet Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) standards including Chapter 558 requirements for Personal Assistance Services and all applicable administrative rules.
What is the difference between PAS and Home Health in Texas?
PAS (Personal Assistance Services) agencies provide non-medical care like personal care, companion services, and homemaker assistance under HCSSA licensure (Chapter 558). Home Health agencies provide skilled nursing, therapy, and medical services requiring Medicare certification. Both types require comprehensive written policies.
Do I need an HCSSA license to operate in Texas?
Yes. Texas requires a Home and Community Support Services Agency (HCSSA) license for agencies providing personal assistance services, nursing services, or hospice services. Written policies and procedures are a critical component of the HCSSA application and ongoing compliance.
What are QAPI requirements for Texas agencies?
Texas HHSC requires agencies to maintain a Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program with documented policies for monitoring service quality, client outcomes, complaint resolution, and continuous improvement activities. Our packages include comprehensive QAPI documentation.
Are background checks required in Texas?
Yes. Texas requires criminal background checks and fingerprinting through the Texas Department of Public Safety for all employees providing direct client care. Additional checks through the Employee Misconduct Registry and Nurse Aid Registry are also required.
How long does HCSSA license approval take?
HHSC typically processes HCSSA applications within 60-90 days if all documentation is complete. Having comprehensive policies ready at application submission can significantly speed up the approval process.
Can I customize these policies for my agency?
Absolutely. After purchase, you'll provide your agency details and we personalize each document to your specific Texas location, services, and operational structure.
What format are the documents provided in?
All policies are delivered as editable Word and PDF files for easy implementation and submission to HHSC licensing authorities.
Do you offer implementation support?
Yes—we provide guidance via email and phone to help integrate the policies seamlessly and meet Texas HHSC licensing requirements.
Which package is right for my Texas agency?
Choose PAS for non-medical personal care services, Home Health for Medicare-certified skilled services, Hospice for end-of-life care, or the Total Healthcare Package for comprehensive multi-service coverage.