Texas MDS
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How to use this site
- New MDS coordinators
- Read all the steps under Get started on the left menu.
- New facilities
- Read all the steps under Get started on the left menu.
- Software developers
- Jump to Set up Software on the left menu.
- All other visitors
- Start with the Introduction to MDS on the left menu.
What is Texas MDS?
The Minimum Data Set (MDS) is a standardized collection of demographic and clinical information that describes a person's overall condition. All licensed nursing facilities in Texas are required to submit MDS assessments for all residents admitted into their facility.
More basic information about the MDS and data confidentiality can be found in the Introduction to MDS. New facilities and new MDS coordinators should refer to the MDS Steps to Success for a comprehensive explanation of the MDS preparation and submission process.
Communications
MDS Notifications
- MDS 3.0 Device Decision Guide (May 9, 2013)
- MDS Automation Coordinator Leaving (May 9, 2013)
- MDS 3.0 Change of Therapy (COT) Determination Flowchart - Improved version (May 6, 2013)
- MDS 3.0 Quality Measure (QM) User's Manual version 7 (April 8, 2013)
- MDS 3.0 A0410 Non-Submission Solution (April 8, 2013)
- Previous notices
| Number | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| IL 2012-84 PDF | Pre-Admission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) Process Changing | 10/31/2012 |
| IL 2012-17 PDF | Changes to Minimum Data Set effective April 1, 2012 | 03/06/2012 |
| IL 2011-75 PDF | Follow-up Request for LTC Provider Billing to Maximize DADS Federal Match Prior to 6/30/11 ARRA Expiration | 06/14/2011 |
| IL 2011-49 PDF | Maximization of Federal Matching Funds Prior to June 30, 2011, Expiration of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) - LTC Provider Billing Opportunity Deadline | 05/04/2011 |
| IL 2011-37/PL 2011-08 | Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 Section Q: Referral to the Community - Responsibilities and Local Contact Agencies (Relocation Services Contractors) Information | 03/17/2011 |
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Updated: April 19, 2013