STEPS Replacing STAIRS in Early 2026 – November Update

Starting in early 2026, HHSC will transition to a new web-based software application to collect information from providers for Medicaid and non-Medicaid cost reports, Supplemental and Directed Payment Program enrollments, and legislatively directed reports. The new system, the State of Texas Electronic Provider System (STEPS), will update and simplify the reporting and directed payment program enrollment processes. The current system, the State of Texas Automated Information Reporting System (STAIRS), will remain in use until the transition is complete.

STEPS Provider Webinar

The HHSC Provider Finance Department (PFD) will host a webinar about the STEPS system on Dec. 10, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. CST.

Register for the webinar here through GoToWebinar.

Webinar ID

641-739-747

STEPS Resources

1. STEPS Webpage

The STEPS webpage is the central location for major announcements and resources. Updates regarding STEPS will be posted regularly before the system goes live.

2. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The STEPS webpage includes an FAQ document to address your questions. This document is updated in response to questions received through the online portal referenced below.

3. STEPS Transition Guides

The STEPS webpage includes transition guides that provide more details regarding access to the new STEPS system, training, and other related topics. New guides will be added as information is available.

4. PFD Cost Report Webpages

The PFD Cost Report Information and PFD Cost Report Training webpages have been updated with new information about STEPS, cost report cycles, and cost report training requirements.