TX HHS Form 1740. Service Backup Plan

The TX HHS Form 1740, Service Backup Plan, is a crucial document that helps ensure continuity of essential services for individuals receiving Consumer Directed Services (CDS). This form is used in situations where the case manager or service coordinator has determined that a specific service is critical to an individual's health and welfare or is required by program specifications.

The form requires the identification of a service backup plan, including the type of service, date of planning, and effective date. It also outlines the responsibilities of the employer or designated representative, case manager or service coordinator, and resource person in implementing the backup plan. The form must be reviewed annually by the case manager or service coordinator and may require revisions if the original plan is ineffective.

Key features of this form include:

• A required service backup plan for each critical program service
• Annual review and potential revision of the backup plan
• Clear responsibilities for employers, designated representatives, case managers or service coordinators, and resource persons
• Potential implementation of a revised backup plan if the original is ineffective