In-Person MDS Training for Newer Professionals

Posted on September 3, 2026 by Sharon Hollister

Build confidence and strengthen your MDS knowledge with LeadingAge Minnesota’s Foundations for New MDS Professionals, a two-day intensive workshop taking place November 12–13 in St. Paul.

Designed for newer MDS coordinators and clinical team members, this in-person training provides a practical foundation for understanding the MDS process and its connection to care planning, Medicare requirements, and reimbursement.

Participants will build knowledge and skills related to:

• MDS completion and accuracy
• Care planning requirements
• MDS scheduling and timing
• Medicare coverage criteria
• PDPM fundamentals
• Documentation practices that support accurate reimbursement

The workshop will be presented by Marilyn Ramirez, MSN, RN, RAC-CTA, WCC, Executive Vice President of MDS Solutions, and will provide practical guidance participants can apply immediately in their organizations.

Dates: November 12–13, 2026Time: 8 a.m.–4 p.m. each dayLocation: Minnesota Humanities Center, St. Paul

Learn more and register today to reserve your spot.

Questions? Contact Olivia Scott, Events and Education Coordinator at education@leadingagemn.org.