The Texas Health and Human Services Commission issued a Long-Term Care Regulatory Provider Letter detailing “a new expanded emergency rule” as part of the continued reopening of the State of Texas. The new guidance contains the following updates:
- More flexibility in visitation rules
- Guidance on COVID-19 vaccination status for visitors
- Requirements for essential caregivers visiting the facility
- Requirements for end-of-life visits
- Guidelines for indoor visits and outdoor visits
- Requirements for salon service visits