Updates for the Week of May 10

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued the following updates this week:​​​​

• HQRP: Changes in the Hospice Item Set (HIS) Manual V3.00: What You Need to Know! Training Materials  
  • Presentation (including answers to knowledge checks): Document Download
  • Video recording of the live webinar: YouTube Link
• New Training Available – Cognitive & Mood Assessment Four-Course Training Series for SNF Providers
  • Course 1: Approaches to Cognitive & Mood Assessments for SNF Providers.
  • Course 2: Assessment of Cognitive Function for SNF Providers (BIMS).
  • Course 3: Assessing Delirium in the SNF Care Setting (CAM©).
  • Course 4: The Resident Mood Interview (PHQ-9©) for SNF Providers.