(a) A facility planning to relocate shall notify the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in accordance with HHSC instructions at least 90 calendar days before the planned relocation. Relocations shall be within the state of Texas.
- (1) The facility shall submit a license application in accordance with §507.12 of this subchapter (relating to Application and Issuance of Initial License) to HHSC before relocation.
- (2) HHSC may waive the inspection required by §507.12 of this subchapter.
- (3) The license is effective on the issue date.
- (4) The license expires on the last day of the month two years after the issue date.
- (5) The previous facility license is void once the relocation is effective and after the facility ceases all services at the previous location. The facility must return the voided license to HHSC.
- (b) The facility shall comply with §507.12(a)(7) of this subchapter.
- (c) When HHSC determines the facility complied with this section, HHSC issues a new license to the applicant, when applicable.
- (d) Applications under this subsection are subject to §507.12(d) and (e) of this subchapter.
- (e) Within the first two years of licensure after relocation, HHSC may inspect the facility to determine the facility's compliance with the provisions of Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 251 (relating to End Stage Renal Disease Facilities) and this chapter in accordance with §507.12(h) of this subchapter.
Source Note:The provisions of this §507.15 adopted to be effective December 23, 2025, 50 TexReg 8289.