TASB's Advantages

1) TASB is a SHARS specialist

TASB filed the first electronic SHARS claims for Houston ISD in January 1993, but our involvement began much earlier. The strong relationships and credibility TASB has with the Texas Education Agency (TEA), Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), and Texas Medicaid & Healthcare Partnership (TMHP) are a result of this early involvement and our long-term commitment to providing timely and accurate information to school districts. 

TASB also had the unique opportunity to support Northside ISD through the first official federal audit of a SHARS program and since then, has assisted numerous members through this process. As a result, TASB is extremely familiar with the audit process and better equipped to assist districts with audit preparation than our competitors. This is a very key advantage when federal and state audits are increasing.

2) TASB has significant resources

We are TASB and with that, the interests of our SMART program are supported by other TASB divisions including technology and governmental relations. At this time, school-based Medicaid programs are under close scrutiny in Washington, DC and it has never been more important for your district to have an advocate for additional funding sources from state and federal levels. 

3) TASB provides superior customer service and training

SMART’s Medicaid Service representatives are dedicated to providing the best customer service in the marketplace. Representatives provide personalize service, accurate information, assistance with establishing and refining business processes, and email bulletins. In addition, the SMART Technical Support Hotline assists members with all facets of technical issues and the annual SMART Conference provides a unique opportunity for training and networking.

4) TASB offers competitive pricing

SMART is one of the most competitively priced solutions in the marketplace. Members are charged a flat percentage from their reimbursement amounts. This percentage lowers when a member signs a three-year contract with TASB. SMART’s flat fee includes software training, hotline support, or any other aspect of the SMART service.

Contact us today at smart@tasb.org or call 800.580.8272 and ask for the SMART Team!