S.B. No. 1266 aims to enhance the Medicaid provider enrollment and credentialing processes in Texas by introducing new support mechanisms and requirements for the Health and Human Services Commission. The bill adds Sections 532.01511 and 532.01512 to the Government Code, which mandate the establishment of a support team to assist current and prospective Medicaid providers with the enrollment and credentialing processes. This team is tasked with reducing administrative burdens and will be evaluated annually for performance, with results posted online. Additionally, the bill requires the commission to develop a procedure for providers to electronically submit complaints and feedback regarding these processes.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that before disenrolling a Medicaid provider for failing to complete the enrollment revalidation process, the commission must provide written notice to the provider at least 30 days in advance and allow them to address any deficiencies in their application. The initial evaluation of the support team is to be conducted by September 1, 2026, and the act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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