Information for Providers

DRS Provider Manual and Forms

An electronic version of the DARS Division for Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Standards for Providers is available. Only those providers required by contract to do so must comply with these standards. Upcoming revisions to the standards can be viewed from the DRS Provider Manual and Forms page. To contact a DARS Standards Specialist click on this link: DRSStandards@dars.state.tx.us

Select this link to display the Microsoft download site for the free Word Viewer application.The DARS DRS Provider Forms can be downloaded to your workstation to be opened in Microsoft Word, filled out, printed, signed and sent to the appropriate mailing address. The forms are Microsoft Word Documents. If you do not have MS Word, click the "Download Word Viewer" button and follow the on-screen instructions. This viewer allows your Internet browser to view and print the forms.

Please note that the viewer does not permit editing of the file. You will however, be able to copy the information and paste it into your own word processing application, then fill it in and print it out. If you have any questions or problems with the forms, please contact us at DRSStandards@dars.state.tx.us.

DBS Standards Manual for Consumer Services Contract Providers

The DARS Division for Blind Services (DBS) Standards Manual for Consumer Services Contract Providers is an important part of the DBS system for managing consumer contract purchases. All providers required by contract to do so must comply with these standards. The manual and the purchasing system are intended to streamline the purchasing processes, improve accountability, and strengthen services to consumers.

To inquire about a billing transaction, please call DARS Customer Service Line: (866) 440-0423.