RE: to hosp for observation

[Jane Craven]

The first 2 statements are true, but you do start the Medicare schedule over again with a 5day MDS because they were gone over 24 hours.   Jane Craven, RN, C. Sr. Consultant, Nursing Services Tendercare (Michigan) Inc.   -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Joyce Nicholson Sent: Thursday, December 18, 2003 1:05 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: to hosp for observation   Medicare A resident out to hosp for surgery, stayed over 24 hours(30), was expected to be admitted, but was on observation only, not inpatient per hospital billing dept. Is the following correct? do Discharge & reentry tracking forms, deduct 1 day from total days available, do NOT start Medicare schedule over again   difference of opinion here--thanks to anyone who can help Enjoy the holiday season with great tips from MSN. /---------------------------------------------------------- The Case Mix Discussion Group is a free service of the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators "Committed to the Assessment Professional" Be sure to visit the AANAC website. Accurate answers to your questions posted to NAC News and FAQs. For more info visit us at http://www.aanac.org -----------------------------------------------------------/