TX HHS Form 3598-HCS-TxHmL. Home and Community-based Services (HCS) and Texas Home Living (TxHmL) Individual Transportation Plan

The TX HHS Form 3598-HCS-TxHmL, "Home and Community-based Services (HCS) and Texas Home Living (TxHmL) Individual Transportation Plan," is a crucial document for individuals requiring transportation services as part of their home care plan. This form helps solve the problem of coordinating transportation needs with desired outcomes or purposes from the Person's Plan of Development (PDP), applicable to selected waiver programs.

The form requires essential information, including the person's name, Medicaid number, provider and vendor numbers, code, and backup plan details. Important sections include the Individual Transportation Plan, which outlines the action plan for transportation services, desired outcomes or purposes, start and completion dates, estimated date, and total units of service. This document is typically used when an individual requires transportation assistance as part of their home care plan.

This form is specifically designed for individuals participating in HCS and TxHmL waiver programs, which provide home-based services to support independent living. The form's conditions explicitly mention the requirement for a backup plan, highlighting the importance of contingency planning for transportation needs. By completing this form, individuals can ensure that their transportation requirements are met, allowing them to maintain independence and quality of life.