Tips and tricks for avoiding common errors on the Minimum Data Set (MDS)
A practical guide to MDS coding pitfalls
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A practical guide to MDS coding pitfalls
Focused on the work of MDS coordinator nurses in nursing homes, Anna May Xu’s guide addresses common errors that can arise when assessment results are coded into Minimum Data Set records. It concentrates on the challenging sections of the MDS and explains mistakes to watch for and ways to avoid them. The subject is specific and practice-oriented, making the book relevant to the documentation step that follows residents’ evaluation through the Resident Assessment Instrument. The description does not specify particular sections, examples, or procedures, so the guide is best understood as an overview of recurring coding problems rather than a comprehensive reference to every part of the assessment.
Good fit for readers who enjoy
- MDS coordinator nurses seeking guidance on common coding errors
- Nursing-home staff involved in recording Resident Assessment Instrument results
- Readers seeking a focused resource on Minimum Data Set documentation
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