Having a solid understanding of current OBRA regulations related to the MDS process is paramount for regulatory compliance. In this course, learners will be introduced to the OBRA assessment types as well as their scheduling requirements. It also presents requirements related to Entry records, Discharge assessments and Death in Facility Records.
Note: This course has been updated to reflect the RAI changes effective 10/1/2023.
Having a solid understanding of current OBRA regulations related to the MDS process is paramount for regulatory compliance. In this course, learners will be introduced to the OBRA assessment types as well as their scheduling requirements. It also presents requirements related to Entry records, Discharge assessments and Death in Facility Records. Note: This course has been updated to reflect the RAI changes effective 10/1/2023.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP# 13791
Nurses will receive 1.25 contact hours for participating in this course.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Florida Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Georgia Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
South Carolina Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
West Virginia Board of Registered Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
New Mexico Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Arkansas State Board Of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Kentucky Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 1.25 contact hours for participating in this course.
Mississippi Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
North Dakota Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Various Types of MDS Assessments
Federal OBRA Reason for Assessment
Section 3: Admission Assessment
Requirements
Section 4: Quarterly Assessments
Requirements
Section 5: Significant Change in Status Assessments
Requirements
Examples
Section 6: Annual Assessments
Requirements
Section 7: Entry Records, Discharge Assessments and Death in Facility Records
Tracking Records and Discharge Assessments
Entry Records
OBRA Discharge Assessments
SNF Part A PPS Discharge Assessment (A0310H)
Death in Facility Record
Section 8: Review Questions
Section 9: Conclusion
Course Contributors
Resources
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, CHC, CMAC
Reviewer: Laura Anderson, MSN RN, WCCRon 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.
Laura Anderson earned an Associate Degree in nursing at Southwestern Wisconsin Technical College in 2004 and a Bachelor of Science in nursing and fine arts from Viterbo University in 2006. She earned a Master of Science in nursing with an emphasis in geriatrics, mental health, and education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2009. Laura has over 20 years of long-term care experience. She has held positions including Director of Nursing, Clinical Informatics Nurse, Senior Clinical Consultant, Nurse Auditor, Business Office Manager, and author. Laura is currently a Curriculum Designer for Post-Acute Care at Relias.
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