Information about PDPM and RUG
From OIG
Beginning September 1, 2025:
- PDPM training will be available through OIG.
- The interim process for completing a form described in the section above will end.
- Nurse assessors and MCO service coordinators will access and complete PDPM LTC trainings through OIG as their current RUG certification period ends.
- The training materials will be available at no cost for participants to review.
- Certificates will not be issued from the training.
- New nurse assessors and MCO service coordinators who were added to the certification file between June 16, 2025 – August 31, 2025, are expected to complete the new training within 90 days after September 1, 2025.
- Individuals with a certification that expires September 2025 – November 2025 are expected to complete the new training within 90 days after September 1, 2025.
For all questions or concerns as relates to Medicaid Fraud for Nursing Facilities PDPM LTC training please reach out to OIG_UR@hhs.texas.gov.
For questions about the PDPM LTC training for STAR+PLUS HCBS and MDCP email Managed_Care_Initiatives@hhs.texas.gov.
From Texas State University
Starting September 1, 2025:
Please be advised that Texas State University Continuing Education is no longer contracted with the Texas Office of Inspector General (OIG).
As a result, the RUG email account is no longer actively monitored, and messages sent to that address will not receive a response. No certificates will be searched or sent.
Additionally, Texas State University Continuing Education is not affiliated with the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) and is unable to provide guidance or respond to inquiries related to it.
We appreciate your understanding.