T
exas Health and Human Services has sent notifications that it is now accepting applications to serve on the State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee for a two-year term.
The first line says it all. “If you’re interested in issues related to the statewide operation of Medicaid managed care, you may want to apply…”
One of the best ways to make your voice heard and push for change is to be part of the system. Providers are being invited. Want to influence DMO accountability? Want to push for faster credentialing? Here is an opportunity.
The more dental providers that apply and become members, the greater the chance your collective voices will be heard.
Here is the full content of the invitation:
Members Sought for the State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee
If you’re interested in issues related to the statewide operation of Medicaid managed care, you may want to apply to be a member of the State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission executive commissioner will appoint members to the committee to serve a term expiring December 31, 2028 (unless otherwise indicated).
HHSC will consider the applicants’ qualifications, background and interest in serving on the committee and will choose committee members who represent the diversity of all Texans. For this reason, HHSC considers applicants’ geographic location.
Applications are due by 11:59 p.m., January 9, 2026.
- Review the State Medicaid Managed Care Advisory Committee Application for Membership application letter (PDF) to find out who the committee is seeking as representatives and if you qualify.
- After reviewing the application letter and verifying you meet the qualifications for at least one category, click on the application to apply to be on the committee.
A committee member must regularly take part in committee meetings. They may also have to take part in subcommittee meetings or other related activities. Committee meetings are held about once every three to four months in Austin or at the call of the presiding officer. To the extent permitted by the current state budget, a committee member may be repaid for their travel expenses to and from meetings if money is available and in accordance with the HHSC Travel Policy.
HHSC prefers that you submit your application electronically, but you may submit the application by email, mail or fax to the following addresses:
Email: HHS_Appointments@hhs.texas.gov
Subject: SMMCAC #0075
Mail:
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
P.O. Box 13247
Mail Code 0223
Austin, TX 78751
Attn: ACCO
Fax: 512-206-3984
Attn: SMMCAC #0075
For more information about the committee visit the committee website or email Michelle Thomas at OPP_SMMCAC@hhsc.state.tx.us.
For more information about the application process, email the Advisory Committee Coordination Office.
This agency does not discriminate against applicants and members of Texas Health and Human Services committees on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age or sex.