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These frequently asked questions have been compiled by our clinical and regulatory experts here at Briggs. If you don’t find the answer you are looking for, click here to submit a question.
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Regulatory
Q: How do I know if I have the latest version of the MDS 2.0 User’s Manual or The Survey Guide?
A: Briggs MDS 2.0 Updateable User Manual and The Survey Guide manual have the revision dates posted on the cover page of the manual. You can also check your update by going to the CMS web site, under MDS 2.0. CMS provides the revisions in chronological order, in a PDF format.
www.cms.hhs.gov
Q: How can I find my state-specific MDS Section S?
A: Briggs has provided several of the state-specific Section S’s on our web site. If you are not able to find the specific state you may need, you may also obtain this information from your State RAI coordinator. The State RAI coordinators are all listed in Appendix B of the MDS 2.0 User’s Manual.
Q: Where can I find the latest transmittals posted by CMS that affect my
long-term care facility?
A: All of the CMS transmittals are posted on the CMS web site. You can obtain the information through the link posted on www.BriggsCorp.com, or you can directly link into the CMS web site at www.cms.hhs.gov/Transmittals.
Q: What is the latest information on the MDS 3.0?
A: You can obtain all of the latest CMS information on the development and status of the MDS 3.0 by linking to www.cms.hhs.gov/NursingHomeQualityInits. You
will be able to find the latest version of the MDS 3.0 as well as ask questions
of the experts.
Q: I have a question that I would like to ask of CMS. How do I do that?
A: Every 6 weeks CMS holds a Skilled Nursing Facilities/Long-Term Care Open Door Forum. The Open Door Forum addresses the concerns and issues of the Medicare SNF, the Medicaid NF and the long-term care industry. To obtain information on the Open Door Forums, you can register at the CMS web site at
www.cms.hhs.gov/opendoorforums
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General
Q: How do I know I have the latest version of a Briggs stock form?
A: We maintain federal compliance for all of the stock forms. If you are unsure or have questions about the stock form, you can obtain a sample form for your comparison.
Q: I have a Briggs stock form and I want to customize it. Can I do this?
A: All of Briggs stock forms are copyright protected. However, Briggs does have a custom department, and we would be happy to customize the form for you. You can ask about customization by calling your Account Consultant or the Briggs Customer Service Department. Once a form is customized, Briggs Corporation no longer maintains the federal compliance for the customized form.
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Regulatory
General
Regulatory
Q: How do I know if I have the latest version of the MDS 2.0 User’s Manual or The Survey Guide?
A: Briggs MDS 2.0 Updateable User Manual and The Survey Guide manual have the revision dates posted on the cover page of the manual. You can also check your update by going to the CMS web site, under MDS 2.0. CMS provides the revisions in chronological order, in a PDF format.
www.cms.hhs.gov
Q: How can I find my state-specific MDS Section S?
A: Briggs has provided several of the state-specific Section S’s on our web site. If you are not able to find the specific state you may need, you may also obtain this information from your State RAI coordinator. The State RAI coordinators are all listed in Appendix B of the MDS 2.0 User’s Manual.
Q: Where can I find the latest transmittals posted by CMS that affect my
long-term care facility?
A: All of the CMS transmittals are posted on the CMS web site. You can obtain the information through the link posted on www.BriggsCorp.com, or you can directly link into the CMS web site at www.cms.hhs.gov/Transmittals.
Q: What is the latest information on the MDS 3.0?
A: You can obtain all of the latest CMS information on the development and status of the MDS 3.0 by linking to www.cms.hhs.gov/NursingHomeQualityInits. You
will be able to find the latest version of the MDS 3.0 as well as ask questions
of the experts.
Q: I have a question that I would like to ask of CMS. How do I do that?
A: Every 6 weeks CMS holds a Skilled Nursing Facilities/Long-Term Care Open Door Forum. The Open Door Forum addresses the concerns and issues of the Medicare SNF, the Medicaid NF and the long-term care industry. To obtain information on the Open Door Forums, you can register at the CMS web site at
www.cms.hhs.gov/opendoorforums
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General
Q: How do I know I have the latest version of a Briggs stock form?
A: We maintain federal compliance for all of the stock forms. If you are unsure or have questions about the stock form, you can obtain a sample form for your comparison.
Q: I have a Briggs stock form and I want to customize it. Can I do this?
A: All of Briggs stock forms are copyright protected. However, Briggs does have a custom department, and we would be happy to customize the form for you. You can ask about customization by calling your Account Consultant or the Briggs Customer Service Department. Once a form is customized, Briggs Corporation no longer maintains the federal compliance for the customized form.
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