Inaccurate MDS Coding for Wander/Elopement Alarm Use
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure the Minimum Data Set (MDS) was accurately coded to reflect the use of a wander/elopement alarm for a resident identified as being at risk for elopement. The resident's quarterly MDS assessment indicated that no wander/elopement alarm was used during the look-back period, despite documentation and care plans showing that a Wanderguard device was in place on the resident's wrist and checked daily. Observations and interviews with staff confirmed the presence and use of the Wanderguard device, and the MDS Coordinator acknowledged that the device should have been documented on the MDS but was missed. The facility's MDS assessment policy was requested but not provided.