CMS Releases Final MDS 3.0 RAI Manual Update

Holly Harmon

The current MDS 3.0 RAI Manual v1.14 and MDS forms, effective October 1, 2016 is now available. This version of the MDS 3.0 RAI Manual incorporates the new Section GG: Functional Abilities and Goals, the new Part A PPS Discharge assessment, and clarifications to existing coding and transmission policy.  It also addresses clarifications and scenarios concerning complex areas.

Read more on the CMS website for MDS 3.0 RAI Manual - Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.