MDS/PPS Update

- 3.0 Contact Hours
Tuesday, July 22, 2008    3:30 PM - 6:30PM    Cost=$75.00

Course Description

The Minimum Data Set (MDS) and the Prospective Payment System (PPS) undergo periodic changes. An understanding of both systems is essential to coordinate therapy delivery systems in the most efficient manner and for appropriate reimbursement.  This workshop will address organized and practical methods for therapists to implement and track the components of PPS and to audit the requirements of the MDS and PPS systems.  We will also review the draft of the forthcoming MDS 3.0.

Outline

Learning Objectives

• MDS relevant sections.
• MDS 3.0 draftr.
• Review of the PPS system.
• Documentation review of recording systems.

At the conclusion of this presentation the participants will:

• Identify the changes in the current MDS and how it impacts therapy.
• Be able to implement and track PPS minutes of treatment in an organized manner.
• Understand the ramifications of the 3.0 draft revision to the MDS.

Instructors

Kristy Perez COTA/L, Coralie Glantz OT/L, BCG, FAOTA & Nancy Richman OTR/L, FAOTA

3.0 Contact Hours of credit for the following disciplines – PT, PTA, OT, OTA

Appropriate Audience
PTs and PTAs, OTs and OTAs, SLPs, Rehab Coordinators