Getting Paid for the Care You Provide: Why MDS Accuracy Is a Leadership Priority
Insights from Scott Heichel, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-CTA, DNS-CT, IPCO, QCP, ICC – Director of Reimbursement and Education, Pathway Health In today’s post-acute care environment, the Minimum Data Set is more than a required assessment. It is a reflection of resident acuity, care delivery, compliance performance, and reimbursement integrity. When the MDS does not accurately capture...
Assessment Accuracy Is Strategy: Why MDS Excellence Defines Nursing Home Success in 2026
Insights from Scott Heichel, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-CTA, DNS-CT, IPCO, QCP, ICC – Director of Reimbursement and Education Nursing home leaders are operating in an environment defined by complexity, transparency, and accountability. Regulatory expectations continue to evolve, reimbursement models grow more sophisticated, and public reporting increasingly shapes reputation and market position. In this reality, Minimum Data Set...
The Progressive and Growing Role of the MDS Coordinator
Since the introduction of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) back in 1988, the role of the MDS Coordinator has evolved with increased complexity. In the early days, MDS Coordinators served as the coordinator of key data related to resident characteristics, conditions and acuity. Gathering data and information, managing the team for applicable input as well...