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HHSC to Host July 29 Defining the MDS: Webinar with HHSC LTCR
Texas Medicaid·TX · Geriatrics·Education
Effective date
Jul 29, 2026
We identified it
Jul 21, 2026
Summary
HHSC Long-Term Care Regulation is hosting a free educational webinar on July 29, 2026 to train Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) coordinators and staff on Minimum Data Set (MDS) coding accuracy. The webinar covers RAI process anatomy, MDS question types, and accurate coding for quality care, reimbursement, and survey compliance. This is an optional educational opportunity, not a policy mandate.
Action Required
Optional: By July 29, 2026, nursing facility RAI coordinators and billing/compliance staff may register for the webinar at the provided registration link. Attendance is recommended for staff new to MDS coding or those seeking to improve accuracy in MDS item selection and coding. No immediate billing system changes are required; this is educational content to enhance current MDS coding practices.