When should we start training our staff for the new MDS 3.0 and RUGs IV systems? The final MDS 3.0 is due to be published next month. As soon as that is available, you should begin training your staff ...

Since MDS 3.0 was initiated in October 2010, facilities throughout the United States have experienced a significant increase in “A” ADL scoring ratios. According to the RUGs payment system (prior ...