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Ask Proactive – Q: Are wounds not otherwise classified on the MDS supposed to be coded at M1040D. Open lesion(s) other than ulcers, rashes, cuts?

Q: Are wounds not otherwise classified on the MDS supposed to be coded at M1040D. Open lesion(s) other than ulcers, rashes, cuts?   A: Accurate coding of skin conditions on the MDS must begin with determining the underlying cause (etiology) of the skin issue....

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Ask Proactive – I am having difficulty keeping up with care plan updates. What are some tips and strategies to keep care plans up-to-date?

Q: I am having difficulty keeping up with care plan updates. What are some tips and strategies to keep care plans up-to-date?   A: Maintaining timely and accurate updates to resident care plans is essential not only for delivering quality, person-centered care,...

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Ask Proactive – My IDT team determined one of our residents needs a Significant Change assessment completed. I set the ARD, is it correct that I have 14 days from the ARD to complete this?

Q: My IDT team determined one of our residents needs a Significant Change assessment completed. I set the ARD, is it correct that I have 14 days from the ARD to complete this?   A: No, the completion date for a Significant Change assessment is not based on the...

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