MDS 3.0: Section J
Hours: 1.00
The intent of the items in this section is to document a number of health conditions that impact the resident’s functional status and quality of life. The items include an assessment of pain which uses an interview with the resident or staff if the resident is unable to participate. The pain items assess the presence of pain, pain frequency, effect on function, intensity, management and control. Other items in the section assess dyspnea, tobacco use, prognosis, problem conditions, and falls.
Note: The content of this course has been updated to reflect RAI changes effective 10/1/2023.
The intent of the items in this section is to document a number of health conditions that impact the resident’s functional status and quality of life. The items include an assessment of pain which uses an interview with the resident or staff if the resident is unable to participate. The pain items assess the presence of pain, pain frequency, effect on function, intensity, management and control. Other items in the section assess dyspnea, tobacco use, prognosis, problem conditions, and falls. Note: The content of this course has been updated to reflect RAI changes effective 10/1/2023.
American Nurses Credentialing Center
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.
Nurses will receive 1.00 Nursing Contact Hours after successfully completing this course.
Apply the appropriate Coding Instructions for accurate completion of MDS 3.0 Section J - Health Conditions.
Identify the Steps for Assessment and/or Coding Tips, as applicable, related to MDS 3.0 Section J - Health Conditions
Outline:
Section 2: J0100 Pain Management
A. Rationale
B. Health-Related Quality of Care
F. Coding Tips and Special Populations
G. Examples
H. Definitions
Section 3: J0200 Pain Assessment Interview Be Conducted?
A. Rationale
B. Health-Related Quality of Life
E. Coding Tips and Special Populations
Section 4: J0300 – J0600 Pain Assessment Interview
A. Rationale
B. Health-Related Quality of Life
D. Definitions
Section 5: J0300 Pain Presence
C. Coding Tips and Special Populations
D. Examples
E. Definitions
Section 6: J0410 Pain Frequency
C. Coding Tips and Special Populations
D. Examples
Section 7: J0510 Pain Effect on Sleep
C. Coding Tips
Section 7: J0520 Pain Interference with Therapy Activities
C. Coding Tips
Section 7: J0530 Pain Interference with Day-to-Day Activities
C. Coding Tips
Section 8: J0600 Pain Intensity
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.
The target audience for this course is: Administrators; Nurses; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.
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