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Member $375 | Non-Member $475

Virginia Health Care Association-Virginia Center for Assisted Living (VHCA-VCAL) is partnering with Judy Wilhide Brandt to present two workshops on MDS designed for MDS coordinators and interdisciplinary team members who need to know more about the ins and outs of MDS. This class will include MDS changes for October 1, 2024. Offerings include a two-day Basic Part I Workshop in September and a two-day Basic Part II Workshop in October. Space is limited.

Topics Covered

• Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) and PPS Scheduling
• Quality Measurement (QM) in a nursing facility
• Medicare in a SNF
• Using the MDS-based QM Manual to interpret and facility and resident level QM reports
• Five-Star Rating System
• SNF Quality Reporting Program (QRP)
• SNF Value Based Purchasing
• The Virginia State RUG IV 48 grouper and use of the OSA for Medicaid payment purposes

Who Should Register?

The two-day MDS Basic Part II Workshop is designed for MDS coordinators who have been on the job for at least six weeks and have a basic understanding of coding the MDS. This session will explore the ramifications of accurate coding.

Presenter

Judy Wilhide Brandt, RN, BA, CPC, QCP, RAC-MTA, DNS-CT
Principal | Wilhide Consulting, Inc.

Judy Wilhide Brandt, known for her ability to comprehend and explain complex issues in ways that are easy to understand, serves as an advisor, auditor, and trainer for multiple long term care providers across the country. She has over 25 years of experience in positions of increasing responsibility in nursing facilities as a nurse manager, executive, and consultant. She has been a State surveyor and RAI Manager for the Commonwealth of Virginia. She is a nationally-known speaker, trainer, and author.

Registration Deadline

The deadline to register is October 1, 2024. Payment for non-members is due with registration.