NEW process in submitting Hospital Report of HBsAg-Positive Mother

[Audio] Hello everyone Today we are here to discuss a new process for notifying the Texas Department of State Health Services about our pregnant mothers who have tested positive for Hepatitis B The goal of this new process is to ensure that these mothers receive the appropriate medical care and follow-up they need..

[Audio] The Texas Department of State Health Services recognizes that the old method of faxing notifications was inefficient and time-consuming. Therefore they have developed a new process to simplify reporting. This new method involves accessing filling out and submitting the form electronically through the Texas D-S-H-S Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program online portal link. This improvement will save time and reduce the risk of errors.

[Audio] Once you open the link you will see a screen titled "Texas D-S-H-S Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program." To access the form please click on the "Hospital/Provider Form "on the screen. The form includes sections for reporter and mother's information..

[Audio] The nurse acting as the reporter must first fill out the initial section of the form. This includes entering your name in the "Reported By" field. In the "Prenatal Provider Information" section you need to enter the name of the prenatal provider overseeing the case provide your email address and enter your contact number..

[Audio] The next section to complete is the mother's information. Here you will need to enter the mother's first name middle name (if applicable) and last name. You should then select the mother's date of birth and provide her current address including the city state and zip code. Additionally enter the mother's phone number. Next select the estimated or actual date of delivery and enter the gravida (number of pregnancies) and para (number of viable births). Finally specify the mother's preferred language for communication..

[Audio] It is imperative to ensure that all information provided is accurate and complete to facilitate appropriate medical care and follow-up for the pregnant mother with positive Hepatitis B status. After filling out the form please make sure to submit it as instructed on the website..