TX HHS Form 1208. Memorandum of Understanding Between Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC)

The Memorandum of Understanding Between Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) is a crucial document that facilitates the exchange of de-identified data relating to the impact of the Texas CCBHC Initiative. This MOU outlines the roles and responsibilities of HHSC and CCBHC, ensuring a collaborative effort in promoting community behavioral health services.

This form is typically used by CCBHCs participating in the Texas CCBHC Initiative, which aims to provide comprehensive mental health and substance use services. The document requires specific information from both parties, including the CCBHC's name and mailing address, as well as their responsibilities in providing an array of services, such as crisis mental health services, outpatient mental health and substance use services, and targeted case management.

The MOU also outlines key follow-up actions, including HHSC's responsibility to award certification status upon successful completion of all certification or recertification activities. Additionally, the document emphasizes the importance of data sharing and analysis between HHSC and participating CCBHC sites. Key points and requirements highlighted in this form include:

• CCBHC responsibilities: ensuring availability of services, providing services as outlined in the Texas Reviewer Checklist, adhering to HHSC guidance, participating in workgroups and data activities, and identifying and resolving conflicts.
• HHSC responsibilities: awarding certification status, sharing outcome measure data, engaging in discussions for best practices, and facilitating recertification processes.