TX HHS Form 8557. CLASS/DBMD Corrective Action Plan

The TX HHS Form 8557, CLASS/DBMD Corrective Action Plan, is a crucial document for program providers to address non-compliance issues identified during contract monitoring reviews or complaint investigations. This form helps solve the problem of ensuring that corrective actions are taken to prevent future occurrences of non-compliance.

The form requires program providers to submit a completed plan within 10 business days after receiving notice from HHSC. The plan must include a description of the non-compliance, a description of the activities to be performed to correct or prevent reoccurrence, and the name, title, and implementation date of the person responsible for corrective action. Key features of the form include the requirement to submit a completed plan, the need for specific information about the non-compliance and corrective actions, and the responsibility of the program provider to implement the plan.

The TX HHS Form 8557 is used in situations where non-compliance with contract requirements or Texas Administrative Code has been identified. Program providers typically fill out this form as a response to HHSC's monitoring review or complaint investigation findings. Key points and requirements include:

• Submitting the completed form within 10 business days
• Providing specific information about non-compliance and corrective actions
• Identifying the person responsible for implementing the plan
• Notifying HHSC of plan approval or denial