During the 87th regular session, the Legislature appropriated $32.9 million to increase placement capacity in Community-Based Care (CBC) regions (Senate Bill 1, DFPS Rider 51). In the second Special Session, DFPS asked for and received another $70 million in capacity funding and $20 million for capacity-related grants. While $50.8 million of the total funding is purposed for capacity-related grants (application and dispersal process in development), $72.1 million of the nearly $123 million received has been allocated for temporary supplemental payments to support capacity growth and stabilization.
This $72.1 million will be allocated through 11.5% temporary supplemental payments for all moderate and above settings per child, per day in both legacy and CBC. Supplemental payments may be adjusted to remain within appropriated amounts. As new catchment areas roll out, additional funding will be shifted from the legacy system to new CBC areas for provider rate increases from House Bill 5. If CBC catchment areas roll out according to the implementation schedule, DFPS estimates $5 million will move to CBC areas.
| Type | Percentage of Paid Foster Care FTEs | Total Funding for Rate Increases | Total Funding for Grants | Total Funding Allocation | Percentage of Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSCC | 24% | $18,673,552 | $30,767,970 | $49,441,522 | 40% |
| Legacy | 76% | $53,460,880 | $20,000,000 | $73,460,880 | 60% |
| Type | FY 22 Avg Daily Child | FY 23 Avg Daily Child | Total $ | $/FTE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSCC | 3,920 | 4,205 | $49,441,522 | $6,084 |
| Legacy | 12,810 | 12,635 | $73,460,880 | $2,887 |
FY 22 CBC Supplemental Payments for Providers
| Rate | Region 1 | Region 2 | Region 3B | Region 8B |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Blended Rate | $83.05 | $85.72 | $88.04 | $83.05 |
| Supplemental Add-On | $6.11 | $6.31 | $6.48 | $6.22 |
| Total Payment | $89.16 | $92.03 | $94.52 | $89.27 |
FY 22 Legacy Supplemental Payments for Providers
| Provider Type | Current Legacy Rates | Supplemental Add-On | Total Payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPA - Basic | $49.54 | N/A | $49.54 |
| CPA - Moderate | $87.36 | $10.05 | $97.41 |
| CPA - Specialized | $110.10 | $12.66 | $122.76 |
| CPA - Intense | $186.42 | $21.44 | $207.86 |
| CPA - Treatment Foster Care | $277.37 | $31.90 | $309.27 |
| GRO/RTC - Basic | $45.19 | N/A | $45.19 |
| GRO/RTC - Moderate | $108.18 | $12.44 | $120.62 |
| GRO/RTC - Specialized | $197.69 | $22.73 | $220.42 |
| GRO/RTC - Intense | $277.37 | $31.90 | $309.27 |
| GRO/RTC - Intense Plus | $400.72 | $46.08 | $446.80 |
| Intensive Psychiatric Program | $374.33 | $43.05 | $417.38 |
| Emergency Shelter | $137.30 | $15.79 | $153.09 |
| TEP | $400.72 | $46.08 | $446.80 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this a rate increase?
- No. These supplemental payments will be provided through a limited appropriation and are temporary. DFPS must stay within the limits of the funds received and will use a mid-year review process to adjust the supplemental payments, if necessary. DFPS and HHSC are also working together to complete the work required by Senate Bill 1, Special Provision 26, to provide information to the Legislature on a new rate methodology.
- When can I expect to receive these supplemental payments?
- Supplemental payments will begin in November and are retroactive to September 1, 2021.
- What are acceptable uses for these funds?
- These funds are intended to retain providers and increase capacity. DFPS expects that these supplemental payments will improve stability for existing capacity, improve the quality of existing placements, provide targeted capacity expansion for necessary placements (particular for children with high needs or currently without placement), and more. The DFPS placement and capacity teams are happy to work with you to provide technical assistance.
- How are these payments being memorialized?
- DFPS Purchased Client Services has revised the Open Enrollment document to memorialize the supplemental payments and conditions. If you have any questions, you can always contact your regional contract manager.