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New to MDS? Build the Foundation to Do It Right
On September 17, 2026 by Sharon Hollister
The MDS is too important to learn by trial and error. Foundations for New MDS Professionals, November 12–13, gives new MDS coordinators and clinical team members two focused days to build the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need for accurate, compliant MDS practice.
In-Person MDS Training for Newer Professionals
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.
Restorative Nursing: An Investment in SNF Quality and Financial Performance
On August 27, 2026 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Skilled nursing facilities operate in an environment where reimbursement, quality outcomes, staffing efficiency, and resident function are increasingly interconnected. Yet one valuable clinical program is often underdeveloped or viewed primarily as an MDS requirement: restorative nursing.
FY 2027 SNF PPS Final Rule: Stability Today, Preparation for Tomorrow
On August 6, 2026 by LeadingAge Minnesota
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has officially released the FY 2027 Skilled Nursing Facility Prospective Payment System (SNF PPS) Final Rule, and the biggest takeaway is one of stability. The final rule closely mirrors the proposed rule issued earlier this year, with very few substantive changes. While there were no major surprises, there are several important updates that skilled nursing providers should understand as they prepare for the years ahead.
Strengthen MDS Performance Before Your Next Assessment
On July 9, 2026 by Sharon Hollister
Your MDS data influences far more than documentation, it drives quality measures, Five-Star ratings, Value-Based Purchasing outcomes, and reimbursement.
In-Person MDS Training Workshops Support Quality Outcomes and Reimbursement Success
On June 11, 2026 by Sharon Hollister
Looking to strengthen your organization's MDS practices? LeadingAge Minnesota's in-person MDS training workshops provide practical education for both experienced professionals and those new to the role.
Strengthen Your MDS Practice with In-Person Training
On June 4, 2026 by Sharon Hollister
Accurate MDS practice is essential to quality care, regulatory compliance, and reimbursement success. LeadingAge Minnesota is offering two in-person MDS training opportunities designed to support both experienced professionals and those new to the MDS role.
Strengthen MDS Accuracy, Quality Outcomes, and Reimbursement Performance
On May 7, 2026 by Sharon Hollister
Accurate MDS practice is critical to aligning resident care, quality outcomes, and financial performance. To support providers in strengthening this work, LeadingAge Minnesota is offering two in-person MDS training opportunities tailored to different experience levels.
The SNF Validation Program: When Data Integrity Becomes a Measure of Trust
On January 29, 2026 by LeadingAge Minnesota
For years, skilled nursing facilities (SNF) operated in a system where data submitted through the Minimum Data Set (MDS) was largely accepted at face value. Facilities reported, measures were calculated, and reimbursement and public reporting followed. That is ending.
CMS releases draft version of Nursing Home MDS
On September 15, 2022 by Erin Huppert
A draft version of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) Nursing Home Comprehensive Item has been released ahead of the October 2023 implementation date. The sheer volume of proposed updates means that operators and their software providers have their work cut out for them to be ready by Oct. 1, 2023.
CMS Updates Isolation Coding on the MDS
On March 3, 2021 by Kari Everson
The Minnesota Department of Health Case Mix Review team released information on updated documentation requirements when isolation is coded on the MDS under O0100M. This updated information will be effective for all MDS’ with an assessment reference date (ARD) on or after Friday, March 5. In order to correctly code O0100M, Isolation on the MDS, case mix review auditors will check for required documentation in the resident’s medical record. This required documentation includes:
CMS Quality Measures and MDS Web-Based Trainings Available
On January 20, 2021 by Julie Apold
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced the following new quality and Minimum Data Set (MDS) web-based training content for skilled nursing facilities and Medicare home health providers:
Delayed Implementation of Updated MDS
On March 25, 2020 by Julie Apold
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is delaying the Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 v1.18.1 release, which had been scheduled for Oct. 1, 2020, in response to stakeholder concerns.
CMS Posts Draft Version of 2020 MDS Item Sets
On January 7, 2020 by Sue Boyd
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) unexpectedly announced last month that it posted a new draft version of the 2020 MDS item sets (v1.18.0) for skilled nursing settings that is scheduled to go into effect Oct. 1, 2020. Changes of note in this draft version:
CMS Extends Quality Reporting Program Deadline to Nov. 18
On November 5, 2019 by Sue Boyd
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has extended the submission deadline for the Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program MDS assessment data for April 1, 2019 – June 30, 2019. All data must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. on Nov. 18.
Now Available: Final MDS 3.0 RAI Manual (v1.17.1)
On September 24, 2019 by Sue Boyd
Good news for providers and stakeholders who are finalizing their transition to the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) that goes into effect Oct. 1: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the final version of the MDS 3.0 RAI Manual (version 1.17.1).
MDS Expert at Your Fingertips
On September 16, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Are you up to speed on the MDS? One of the benefits of being a member of LeadingAge National is access to Judy Wilhilde Brandt, our MDS-expert consultant.
CMS Final Version to MDS 3.0 and Allowable ICD Codes Available
On August 28, 2019 by Sue Boyd
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) last week posted the FINAL version (V3.00.1) of the MDS 3.0 Data Specifications for Skilled Nursing Facilities, which take effect Oct. 1. They also released the file of the allowable ICD codes in item I0020B of the MDS.
SNF Quality Reporting Program Train-the-Trainer Event – Registration Open
On July 10, 2019 by Julie Apold
Registration is open for a two-day Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Quality Reporting Program (QRP) Train-the-Trainer event for providers on Aug.13 and 14. The training, which is primarily intended for those responsible for training staff at care centers, includes:
Coding Risk for Pressure Ulcers on the MDS: M0100 and M0150
On May 14, 2019 by Sue Boyd
LeadingAge recently released guidance for coding Risk for Pressure Ulcers in section M0100 and M0150 of the MDS, which includes an overview of each section, key definitions, an overview of risk factors and steps for assessment.