Profile
A
comprehensive review of the Minimum Data Set from a Regulatory and
PPS perspective. Appropriate for all nursing staff. A detailed explanation
of the MDS from beginning to end for all levels of experience.
Recommended
Audience
MDS Coordinators, Nurse Managers, Nursing Staff, Administrators,
Social Workers, Therapists, Discharge Planners, Marketing Management
and Admissions Directors.
Objectives
I. The learner will be able to summarize the characteristics
of the Minimum Data Set.
II. The learner will be able to list the MDS assessment forms.
III. The learner will be able to interpret Section G - ADL's of the
MDS in relation to RUGs ADL score.
Goals
This program will enable healthcare providers to provide quality healthcare
through an understanding of the Medicare Reimbursement system in a
skilled nursing facility. Case Management techniques reviewed in relation
to the RUG’s. This program discusses ARD management, ADL coding,
diagnosis coding, RUGs III leveling, in addition to a variety of other
topics. In the class the MDS will be reviewed in detail from start
to finish. Areas that significantly impact Medicare Reimbursement
and MDS Integrity are covered as well as illustrations of the areas
of opportunity and their associated dollar impact.
Content
- Minimum Data
Set
- Definition
- History
- Detailed
Overview – all sections
- Assessment
Schedules
- Significant
Changes in Status
- Assessment
Forms
- Full
- Quarterly
- Discharge
- Re-entry
- Section G
– ADL’s
- Examples
- Care Planning
- OMRA
- Tracking Forms
- Missed Assessments
- Grace Periods
- Discharge
Process
- Nursing Rehabilitation
- Triggers
- Resident Assessment
Protocols (RAPs)
- Rehab Minutes
- Questions
and Answers
