MDS 3.0: Intro and Basics

Outline:

Section 1: Introduction

1. About This Course


2. Learning Objectives

Section 2: Introduction and Basics

3. Definitions and Acrynymns


4. Components of the RAI


5. Why RAI was Developed/History of the RAI


6. Intent of the RAI Process


7. Clinical Judgment in the RAI Process


8. Federal and State Requriement


9. Coding Conventions Used to Complete the MDS


10. Sources of Information and Documentation 


11. Attestaton Statement 


12. Reproduction and Maintenance of the MDS


13. Review

Section 3: Conclusion

14. Course Summary

Course Contributors

• References


• Exam

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.

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 Post-acute Care at Relias. Ron is certified in Healthcare Compliance through the Compliance Certification Board (CCB). Ron has also successfully completed the Infection Control Officer training through the AHCA.