MDS 3.0 Essentials 1: An Introduction to RAI Process, OBRA ’87, and RAI User’s Manual

Start building a strong foundation of knowledge by understanding how the RAI process drives individualized resident care, reimbursement, and survey outcomes.

This session will help you:

• Understand how to use the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Manual
• Describe the components of the RAI process
• Interpret the regulatory mandate for the Minimum Data Set (MDS)
• Differentiate the various functions of the MDS and their application in nursing homes
• Demonstrate awareness of key aspects of RAI-specific terminology
• Explain the process for accurate and timely completion of the MDS
• Describe how the RAI process is linked to resident care and positive outcomes

1.0 contact hours will be awarded for this continuing nursing education activity. Learners must view at least 80% of the entire video and complete the associated evaluation to receive the contact hours. No partial credit will be awarded. Contact hours will be awarded for this activity until October 16, 2026.

Product Data Disclaimer
Failure to complete all required product components before the product expiration date may result in permanent deletion of data pertaining to the product, including but not limited to product progress and exam results. Product expiration dates can be found on your learner dashboard.

AAPACN’s learning management system is designed to reset progress data when completion requirements are unmet, allowing learners to repurchase/restart educational content.

MDS 3.0 Essentials 2: Coding Sections A, B, and C

Begin your journey through the MDS section-by-section as we explore the intent and rationale of each item. This session will cover three MDS Sections (A, B, and C) and will start to introduce MDS interview techniques.

This session will help you:

• Understand the intent, rationale, steps for assessment, and basic coding instructions for each item
• Review key definitions that are critical to understanding coding requirements
• Realize the basic tips and techniques for completing MDS scripted interviews

1.0 contact hours will be awarded for this continuing nursing education activity. Learners must view at least 80% of the entire video and complete the associated evaluation to receive the contact hours. No partial credit will be awarded. Contact hours will be awarded for this activity until October 16, 2026.

Product Data Disclaimer
Failure to complete all required product components before the product expiration date may result in permanent deletion of data pertaining to the product, including but not limited to product progress and exam results. Product expiration dates can be found on your learner dashboard.

AAPACN’s learning management system is designed to reset progress data when completion requirements are unmet, allowing learners to repurchase/restart educational content.

MDS 3.0 Essentials 3: Coding Sections D, E, F, and Q

Continue your journey through the MDS section-by-section as we explore the intent and rationale of each item. This session will cover four MDS Sections (D, E, F and Q) and will continue to help develop your MDS interview techniques.

This session will help you:

• Understand the intent, rationale, steps for assessment, and basic coding instructions for each item
• Review key definitions that are critical to understanding coding requirements
• Realize the basic tips and techniques for completing MDS scripted interviews

1.0 contact hours will be awarded for this continuing nursing education activity. Learners must view at least 80% of the entire video and complete the associated evaluation to receive the contact hours. No partial credit will be awarded. Contact hours will be awarded for this activity until November 15, 2026.

Product Data Disclaimer
Failure to complete all required product components before the product expiration date may result in permanent deletion of data pertaining to the product, including but not limited to product progress and exam results. Product expiration dates can be found on your learner dashboard.

AAPACN’s learning management system is designed to reset progress data when completion requirements are unmet, allowing learners to repurchase/restart educational content.

MDS 3.0 Essentials 4: Coding Sections H, I, and J

The journey through the MDS section-by-section continues as we explore the intent and rationale of each item. This session will cover three MDS Sections (H, I, and J).

This session will help you:

• Understand the intent, rationale, steps for assessment, and basic coding instructions for each item
• Review key definitions that are critical to understanding coding requirements

1.25 contact hours will be awarded for this continuing nursing education activity. Learners must view at least 80% of the entire video and complete the associated evaluation to receive the contact hours. No partial credit will be awarded. Contact hours will be awarded for this activity until October 16, 2026.

Product Data Disclaimer
Failure to complete all required product components before the product expiration date may result in permanent deletion of data pertaining to the product, including but not limited to product progress and exam results. Product expiration dates can be found on your learner dashboard.

AAPACN’s learning management system is designed to reset progress data when completion requirements are unmet, allowing learners to repurchase/restart educational content.

MDS 3.0 Essentials 5: Coding Sections GG and K

Continue your journey through the MDS section-by-section as we explore the intent and rationale of each item. This session will cover two MDS Sections (GG and K) and walk you through the nuances of the Section GG requirements.

This session will help you:

• Understand the intent, rationale, steps for assessment, and basic coding instructions for each item
• Review key definitions that are critical to understanding coding requirements
• Apply the calculation of weight loss and weight gain

1.5 contact hours will be awarded for this continuing nursing education activity. Learners must view at least 80% of the entire video and complete the associated evaluation to receive the contact hours. No partial credit will be awarded. Contact hours will be awarded for this activity until October 16, 2026.

Product Data Disclaimer
Failure to complete all required product components before the product expiration date may result in permanent deletion of data pertaining to the product, including but not limited to product progress and exam results. Product expiration dates can be found on your learner dashboard.

AAPACN’s learning management system is designed to reset progress data when completion requirements are unmet, allowing learners to repurchase/restart educational content.

MDS 3.0 Essentials 6: Coding Sections L, M, N, and P

Delving into the essentials of the MDS continues as we explore the intent and rationale of each item in four Sections (L, M, N, and P).

This session will help you:

• Understand the intent, rationale, steps for assessment, and basic coding instructions for each item
• Review key definitions that are critical to understanding coding requirements

1.5 contact hours will be awarded for this continuing nursing education activity. Learners must view at least 80% of the entire video and complete the associated evaluation to receive the contact hours. No partial credit will be awarded. Contact hours will be awarded for this activity until October 16, 2026.

Product Data Disclaimer
Failure to complete all required product components before the product expiration date may result in permanent deletion of data pertaining to the product, including but not limited to product progress and exam results. Product expiration dates can be found on your learner dashboard.

AAPACN’s learning management system is designed to reset progress data when completion requirements are unmet, allowing learners to repurchase/restart educational content.

MDS 3.0 Essentials 7: Coding Sections O, V, X, and Z

The journey through the MDS continues as we explore the intent and rationale of each item. This session will cover four MDS Sections (O, V, X, and Z).

This session will help you:

• Understand the intent, rationale, steps for assessment, and basic coding instructions for each item
• Review key definitions that are critical to understanding coding requirements
• Recognize when the MDS correction policy is needed for inactivations and modifications
• Apply guidelines concerning signatures for MDS coding, completion, CAA notes, and care plans

1.0 contact hour will be awarded for this continuing nursing education activity. Learners must view at least 80% of the entire video and complete the associated evaluation to receive the contact hours. No partial credit will be awarded. Contact hours will be awarded for this activity until November 15, 2026.

Product Data Disclaimer
Failure to complete all required product components before the product expiration date may result in permanent deletion of data pertaining to the product, including but not limited to product progress and exam results. Product expiration dates can be found on your learner dashboard.

AAPACN’s learning management system is designed to reset progress data when completion requirements are unmet, allowing learners to repurchase/restart educational content.

MDS 3.0 Essentials 8: Introduction to CAA notes and Care Plans

Continue your journey through the next step in the RAI process as we explore the RAI requirements for Care Area Assessment notes and care plans.

This session will help you:

• Understand the RAI process for Care Area Triggers and Care Area Assessment Summary
• Apply RAI requirements for care plans
• Review case studies and examples for Care Area Assessments and care plans

0.75 contact hour will be awarded for this continuing nursing education activity. Learners must view at least 80% of the entire video and complete the associated evaluation to receive the contact hours. No partial credit will be awarded. Contact hours will be awarded for this activity until October 16, 2026.

Product Data Disclaimer
Failure to complete all required product components before the product expiration date may result in permanent deletion of data pertaining to the product, including but not limited to product progress and exam results. Product expiration dates can be found on your learner dashboard.

AAPACN’s learning management system is designed to reset progress data when completion requirements are unmet, allowing learners to repurchase/restart educational content.

MDS 3.0 Essentials 9: Introduction to OBRA Scheduling

A critical piece of the RAI process is the OBRA assessment schedule.

This session will introduce you to the OBRA scheduling and transmission process by:

• Establishing key acronyms and definitions that are essential to understand the scheduling requirements
• Explaining scheduling, completion, and transmission deadlines
• Demonstrate how different assessments will impact the OBRA assessment schedule

1.0 contact hours will be awarded for this continuing nursing education activity. Learners must view at least 80% of the entire video and complete the associated evaluation to receive the contact hours. No partial credit will be awarded. Contact hours will be awarded for this activity until October 16, 2026.

Product Data Disclaimer
Failure to complete all required product components before the product expiration date may result in permanent deletion of data pertaining to the product, including but not limited to product progress and exam results. Product expiration dates can be found on your learner dashboard.

AAPACN’s learning management system is designed to reset progress data when completion requirements are unmet, allowing learners to repurchase/restart educational content.

MDS 3.0 Essentials 10: Introduction to PPS Scheduling and PDPM

Our journey comes to a close as we explore the SNF Medicare Prospective Payment System (PPS) schedule that is a requirement for Original Medicare Part A residents in order for the facility to receive reimbursement with the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM).

This session will help you:

• Understand the assessment scheduling requirements for PDPM PPS
• Describe the ramifications of non-compliance with the assessment schedule
• Review the six components of PDPM
• Recognize the concepts of the interruption stay window
• Determine the HIPPS Codes used for billing

1.0 contact hour will be awarded for this continuing nursing education activity. Learners must view at least 80% of the entire video and complete the associated evaluation to receive the contact hours. No partial credit will be awarded. Contact hours will be awarded for this activity until October 16, 2026.

Product Data Disclaimer
Failure to complete all required product components before the product expiration date may result in permanent deletion of data pertaining to the product, including but not limited to product progress and exam results. Product expiration dates can be found on your learner dashboard.

AAPACN’s learning management system is designed to reset progress data when completion requirements are unmet, allowing learners to repurchase/restart educational content.