At SMK Medical, we know that MDS accuracy drives everything in long-term care—from reimbursement and compliance to survey outcomes and quality measures. That’s why facilities across the country turn to us for MDS consulting, PDPM education, training, and compliance support.

Recently, we partnered with LeadingAge Nebraska to deliver a two-day, in-person MDS Excellence course led by Leigh Ann, RN, RAC-CT, a nationally recognized MDS and care planning expert with more than 25 years of experience. With over 20 attendees, the course confirmed the urgent need for high-quality MDS training and education in today’s LTC landscape.

Participants shared their feedback:

• “Very well presented and understandable for new and seasoned MDS coordinators.”
• “WOW! This was awesome. Excited to take this back to my facility.”
• “I really enjoyed learning about MDS/quality and what I can do to help our facility with this.”

The results are clear: MDS education works—and SMK Medical is the leader in delivering it.

Why MDS Consulting and Training Matter

• Reimbursement Accuracy: The shift to PDPM has made MDS accuracy more important than ever. Coding errors, missed NTAs, or ARD mistakes can cost facilities thousands.
• Quality Measure Improvement: MDS data directly impacts QMs. Facilities that invest in training see better star ratings, stronger survey results, and improved resident outcomes.
• Survey Preparedness: Incorrect or incomplete MDS assessments are common triggers for F-tag citations. Training helps facilities stay compliant and confident during surveys.
• Staffing Stability: Turnover in MDS coordinator roles is high, and not every nurse can step into MDS successfully. Structured education fills that gap.

SMK Medical’s MDS Services

SMK Medical is more than an education provider—we are a full-service partner for MDS consulting and compliance.

✅ MDS Education & Training – Interactive, CE-approved sessions (on-site or virtual) led by certified experts like Leigh Ann, RN, RAC-CT
✅ MDS Coaching & Completion Support – We fill staffing gaps with our 48-hour MDS Nurse Guarantee
✅ MDS Auditing – Catch missed reimbursement, ARD errors, and compliance risks before they cost you money
✅ PDPM Optimization – Maximize reimbursement across all five PDPM components while staying survey-ready
✅ Quality Measure Improvement – Real strategies to strengthen QMs and elevate your Five-Star rating
✅ Survey Preparedness & Compliance Audits – Mock surveys, risk audits, and compliance coaching that surveyors respect

What’s Next: Learn Over Lunch Series

Following the success of our Nebraska event, SMK Medical and LeadingAge Nebraska are launching a 6-part, CE-approved “Learn Over Lunch” webinar series covering:

• CMS 5-Claim Probe & 2025 MDS changes
• Skilled documentation that survives audits
• Survey readiness with citation intelligence
• PDPM & MDS optimization (Parts 1 & 2)
• Revenue protection: physician certification & triple check

This series is designed for NHAs, DONs, MDS coordinators, and regional leaders who need fast, practical training they can use immediately.

Why Choose SMK Medical?

SMK Medical is the trusted name in MDS consulting, PDPM education, and compliance training. We’ve helped facilities across the country recover lost revenue, avoid costly survey citations, and build stronger systems of care.

And in Q4, we’re launching SurveyGuard, our innovative compliance platform that will take survey prep, QAPI, and risk management into the digital future.

Partner with SMK Medical

If your facility or regional team is ready to strengthen your MDS program, protect reimbursement, and improve compliance, SMK Medical is the partner you can trust.

📩 Contact us today to learn more
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SMK Medical – The Leader in MDS Consulting, PDPM Training, and Compliance in Long-Term Care.