Since their release on April 3, 2023, MDS 3.0 version v1.8.11v2 final item sets and draft RAI guidance were updated and substantial changes were made to several sections. For the next few weeks, AHCA will be focusing on a different section to highlight changes and include what members need to know. This week’s focus is on Changes to section D which include:
• Revision of the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9©) interview to the PHQ-2 to 9© interview. The PHQ-2 to 9© interview is a validated interview that screens for symptoms of depression and provides a standardized severity score and rating for evidence of a depressive disorder.
• Incorporation of the Standardized Patient Assessment Data Elements (SPADES) pertaining to isolation.
AHCA has created a MDS Section D resource document to help providers breakdown the changes. The information in the resource document outlines key changes to MDS Section D, Coding Instructions/RAI Guidelines for each item, and Actions to Consider for implementation across your facility.