What is MDS in a nursing home?
What is MDS in a nursing home?
The Minimum Data Set (MDS) is part of a federally mandated process for clinical assessment of all residents in Medicare or Medicaid certified nursing homes. This process entails a comprehensive, standardized assessment of each resident's functional capabilities and health needs.
What is an MDS form?
Description: The Long Term Care Minimum Data Set (MDS) is a standardized, primary screening and assessment tool of health status which forms the foundation of the comprehensive assessment for all residents of long-term care facilities certified to participate in Medicare or Medicaid.
What is the assessment reference date for MDS?
The ARD is defined as the specific end point of look-back periods in the MDS assessment process. It allows for those who complete the MDS to refer to the same period of time when reporting the condition of the resident. For SNF PPS assessments, this date also determines payment.
How often is MDS done?
The Minimum Data Set (MDS) is a standardized assessment tool that measures health status in nursing home residents. MDS assessments are completed every 3 months (or more often, depending on circumstances) on nearly all residents of nursing homes in the United States.