The final version of the MDS 3.0 RAI Manual v1.18.11 has been released as promised.  The final version contains clarifications and additional instructions not seen in the draft version, with implications for facility procedures and processes.   With the October 1, 2023, effective date rapidly approaching, interdisciplinary teams must be aware of the updated coding guidelines […]

Is your team ready for the many changes in the year ahead? The past few years have been challenging for the long term care profession, and facility teams are stretched. With new Requirements of Participation introduced in October 2022, a new MDS version set to become effective in October 2023, and the ongoing CMS audits […]

Alicia Cantinieri to present “What Leadership Needs to Know to Work with the MDS Team” at the Illinois Healthcare Association 73rd Annual Convention and Expo on September 14 9:15am-10:15am.

Melanie Tribe-Scott will be presenting "Improving Five Star Ratings" at the Rhode Island Health Care Association Annual Trade Show on September 14th. The Rhode Island Health Care Association 35th Annual Trade Show, Awards Luncheon and Quality Symposium is a one-day event, developed to bring the suppliers of health care products and services together with facility […]

Alicia Cantinieri will present “Seas of Change is Coming in MDS” at the 75thHealth Care Association of Michigan (HCAM) Annual Convention & Expo on September 19th at 9:30-11:00 AM ET. Grand Rapids, MI To learn more and register:https://www.hcam.org/convention/registration/

How to Win at Spades – The Standardized Patient Assessment Elements Melanie Tribe-Scott to speak at the Iowa Health Care Association 2023 Convention & Trade Show during education session #5, from 1:30 to 2:30pm on Monday, September 18th Audience: N, ADM (NF) The Standardized Patient Assessment Elements (SPADEs) include standardized data elements developed by CMS […]

Closing Keynote: The Future of Elder Care: Are You a Diamond in the Rough? Alicia Cantinieri, Zimmet Healthcare Services Group, LLC Date & Time Wednesday, September 20, 2023, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Name Closing Keynote: The Future of Elder Care: Are You a Diamond in the Rough? Speakers Alicia Cantinieri, Zimmet Healthcare Services Group, […]

Have you read the entire SNF FY 2024 Final Rule? Have no fear; we did! With a new version of the MDS becoming effective in October 2023, many changes are coming in reimbursement and quality initiatives. Data collection for new QRP measures will begin. New measures are likely to be finalized and proposed. Also, with […]

Steven Littlehale to present “ Sustaining the Industry for the Next Ten Years” at the Executive Operators Forum on September 21st 9:10-10:30am CT Milwaukee, WI For more information and registration: https://web.cvent.com/event/fcf8fddb-6fdb-4e2c-b29a-84361a301186/summary