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What is the assessment tool used by skilled nursing facilities?

According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the Minimum Data Set (MDS) is a standardized, federally mandated assessment tool used by skilled nursing facilities to evaluate residents' health, clinical status, and functional capabilities. It provides a comprehensive picture of each resident's strengths, problems, and care needs upon admission, quarterly, and whenever a significant change in their condition occurs.

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Understanding What is the Frailty Factor for Medicare?

Recent data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) shows that standard risk models often underpredict the costs for the frail elderly. This is precisely why CMS developed a specific adjustment known as the **frailty factor for Medicare**, a critical component in ensuring equitable payments for plans serving this vulnerable population.

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What are the 5 star quality measures for nursing homes?

Over 90% of America's health plans use standardized tools to measure the quality of care and services, and the federal government's CMS 5-Star rating system uses key quality measures for nursing homes. This rating helps consumers easily compare nursing homes based on their performance across several important criteria.

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