Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM)
On October 1, 2019 the skilled nursing payment system transitioned to the PDPM payment model. This was a major shift form the previous RUG IV system previously in place.
Allow MDS Training Institute to provide a valuable solution for all your training needs. We provide expert training for transitioning, practicing, and performing the strategic methods of successfully managing the MDS 3.0, quality control, and for maximizing reimbursements
This training program focuses on providing participants with the concept of how to help with effective optimal improvement of the residents physical, mental, and psycho-social well-being.
Let's deliver the right solution for your Skilled Nursing Success!
The comprehensive certification program for healthcare professionals who are aiming to excel in MDS 3.0 for skilled nursing.
Key Benefits
Patient and resident centered care is at the heart of our SNF facilities. With upcoming changes, regulatory compliance, and the need-to know gaps, we aim to provide the most thorough training. Comprehensive programming is a must in order to provide top-notch care and succeed in the field. At MDS Training Institute, we are highly focused on incorporating real and functional concepts.
We understand the importance of ensuring you understand how to assist your facility in successfully managing the process.
More and more skilled nursing facilities are counting on us to keep up on the latest in the field and pass that knowledge on to others.
- We help you comprehend MDS 3.0 and restorative nursing concepts by providing more time to study and learn properly.
- We provide ongoing support to all of our participants, especially during the first year, when its needed the most.
- We discuss maximizing clinical reimbursement, Quality Reporting (QRP), QI, and care planning, as it relates to the MDS team.
- We help ensure your goals are in line with the state and federal rules and regulations.
- We help nurture those who are new to the field so they become comfortable in their new roles, and to increase chances of long term success.
Frequently asked Questions
Other programs tend to be more geared to the advanced professionals, which leaves those new to the field feeling a bit overwhelmed. We provide special focus on offering practical applications that are intended to help make it easier for those new to the field to gain a better grasp of MDS concepts. We offer a range of virtual, online, and live courses that will provide active participation and deliver the information in a variety of ways, all of which have been designed to maximize comprehension.
Unlike traditional “online” classes, virtual courses are live and instructor-led, providing the opportunity to gain a necessary understanding by asking immediate questions and getting the feedback you need right then and there. Learn More
Depending on how you enter the program, you should expect to spend anywhere from 30 to 40 hours on the process to successfully gain MDS certification.
HOW WE HELP WITH YOUR SUCCESS.
Using our breath of experience and industry knowledge, we provide you with key transformational services and innovation..
Quality Measures (QM)
“The nursing home quality measures come from resident assessment data that nursing homes routinely collect on the residents at specified intervals during their stay. These assessment data have been converted to shows how well nursing homes are caring for their resident’s physical and clinical needs”CMS.GOV
The IMPACT ACT of 2014
According to The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) “The IMPACT Act of 2014 requires, among other significant activities, the reporting of standardized patient assessment data with regard to quality measures, and patient assessment instrument categories.” For more information regarding this IMPACT ACT, please visit CMS atThe IMPACT ACT 2014
Finance and Reimbursement
We provide clinicians with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed at maximizing clinical reimbursement efforts. This helps to provide optimal care and operational effectiveness to all of the residents that we serve.
WHAT ARE THEY SAYING
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Success is professional, friendly, efficient, pay attention to detail and are always there to assist me. I have full confidence in Success and have recommended them on numerous occasions.
Patrick Doyle — Miami, Florida
MDS 3.0 has been a great transition in my SNF career. Ive learned that with good solid education and support anything is possible. Learning and teaching the Minimum Data Set has proven to benefit both the clinical staff and Resident Outcomes Susan Tucker — Orland Park, IL
I cannot recommend talking to Success highly enough about planning your business goals. It involves an examination of operations which allows their team discuss the art of the possible.
Sean Fitzgerald — Manhatton, New York
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