MDS 3.0: Sections K and L
The items in this section are intended to assess the many conditions that could affect the resident’s ability to maintain adequate nutrition and hydration. This section covers swallowing disorders, height and weight, weight loss, and nutritional approaches. The assessor should collaborate with the dietitian and dietary staff to ensure that items in this section have been assessed and calculated accurately. Section L: Oral Dental Status Intent: This item is intended to record any dental problems present in the 7-day look-back period.
Note: This course has been updated to reflect the RAI changes effective 10/1/2025.
The items in this section are intended to assess the many conditions that could affect the resident’s ability to maintain adequate nutrition and hydration. This section covers swallowing disorders, height and weight, weight loss, and nutritional approaches. The assessor should collaborate with the dietitian and dietary staff to ensure that items in this section have been assessed and calculated accurately. Section L: Oral Dental Status Intent: This item is intended to record any dental problems present in the 7-day look-back period. Note: This course has been updated to reflect the RAI changes effective 10/1/2025.
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Apply the appropriate Coding Instructions for accurate completion of MDS 3.0 Section K - Swallowing/Nutritional Status and Section L- Oral/Dental Status.
Identify the Steps for Assessment and/or Coding Tips, as applicable, related to MDS 3.0 Section K - Swallowing/Nutritional Status and Section L - Oral/Dental Status
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
A. About This Course
B. Learning Objectives
Section 2: K0100 Swallowing Disorder
A. Rationale
B. Health Related Quality of Care
C. Planning for Care
D. Steps for Assessment
E. Coding Instructions
F. Coding Tips and Special Populations
Section 3: K0200 Height and Weight
A. Rationale
B. Health-related Quality of Life
C. Planning for Care
D. Steps for Assessment
E. Coding Instructions
Section 4: K0300 – Weight Loss
A. Rationale
B. Health-related Quality of Life
C. Planning for Care
D. Steps for Assessment
E. Instructions
F. Coding Tips and Special Populations
G. Examples
H. Definitions
Section 5: K0310 Weight Gain
A. Rationale
B. Health-related Quality of Life
C. Planning for Care
D. Steps for Assessment
E. Coding Instructions
F. Coding Tips and Special Populations
Section 6: K0520 Nutritional Approaches
A. Rationale
B. Health-related Quality of Life
C. Planning for Care
D. Steps for Assessment
E. Coding Instructions
F. Coding Instructions for Column 2
G. Coding Instructions for Column 3
H. Coding Tips and Special Populations
I. Examples
J. Definitions
Section 7: K0710 Percent Intake by Artificial Route
A. Rationale
B. COMPLETE K0710 only if Column 2 and /or Column 3 are checked for K0520A and /or K0520B.
C. Health-related Quality of Life
D. Planning for Care
E. Steps for Assessment
F. Coding Instructions
G. Examples
Section 8: L0200 Oral/Dental
A. Rationale
B. Health-related Quality of Life
C. Planning for Care
D. Steps for Assessment
E. Coding Instructions
F. Coding Tips and Special Populations
G. Definitions
Section 9: Conclusion
A. Course Contributor
B. Resources
C. Congratulations!
Kimberly Matthews, RN obtained a nursing degree from Western Kentucky University in 1998. Ms. Matthews possesses over 20 years of nursing experience with over 17 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry. Ms. Matthews has extensive experience in MDS, restorative nursing programs, and nursing management. Ms. Matthews is currently a Post Acute Care Content writer and subject matter expert for MDS.Instructor: Ron Orth RN, CMAC
Ron Orth obtained a nursing degree from Milwaukee Area Technical College in 1985 and a B. A. in Health Care Administration from Concordia University in 1996. Mr. Orth possesses over 30 years of nursing experience with over 20 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry. Mr. Orth has extensive experience in teaching Medicare regulations to healthcare providers both in the US and internationally. Mr. Orth is currently the Director of Curriculum Design for the Acute and Post-acute Care verticals at Relias. Ron has also successfully completed the Infection Control Officer training through the AHCA.
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