Texas HHSC Rescinds PL 2024-20 Requirements for Tuberculosis Screening and Testing

On November 1, 2024, Texas HHSC rescinded Provider Letter 2024-20 Requirement for Tuberculosis Screening and Testing.  During the interim, providers are to follow agency procedures regarding communicable diseases, infection control, and TB testing/screening.  Texas HHSC recommends agencies utilize resources from the CDC and Texas Department of State Health Services to inform the agency’s policies and procedures (links provided).