Where do I find MDS and PDPM resources?
Current CMS guidance
- MDS 3.0 RAI Manual — use the version effective for the assessment date. Version 1.20.11 is effective October 1, 2026.
- CMS Patient Driven Payment Model resources — payment-model guidance and official supporting materials.
- QIES Technical Support Office — current technical resources.
- iQIES training — assessment-submission and reporting help.
PointClickCare workflow help
Use your organization’s PointClickCare Help Center for software-specific MDS instructions. Have the MDS coordinator resolve assessment timing or coding questions using the applicable CMS manual.
Need more help? Submit a support ticket.
