How the MDS is Utilized During the Survey Process
Have you ever wondered how the survey team determines which residents they will focus on during a standard survey in the skilled nursing facility/long term care facility (SNF/LTC)? The answers submitted to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) are a starting point for the survey process. MDS USAGE The MDS is a versatile tool utilized as the beginning of individual resident care planning, contributing to a comprehensive facility assessment, driving...
