Sec. 531.062. PILOT PROJECTS RELATING TO TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS    


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  • (a) Notwithstanding any other law, the commission may establish one or more pilot projects through which reimbursement under the medical assistance program under Chapter 32, Human Resources Code, is made to demonstrate the applications of technology in providing services under that program.

    (b) A pilot project established under this section may relate to providing rehabilitation services, services for the aging or disabled, or long-term care services, including community care services and support.

    (c) Notwithstanding an eligibility requirement prescribed by any other law or rule, the commission may establish requirements for a person to receive services provided through a pilot project under this section.

    (d) Receipt of services provided through a pilot project under this section does not entitle the recipient to other services under a government-funded health program.

    (e) The commission may set a maximum enrollment limit for a pilot project established under this section.

Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 959, Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2001. Renumbered from Government Code Sec. 531.055 by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1275, Sec. 2(71), eff. Sept. 1, 2003.