Understanding and Coding MDS 3.0 Item GG0170P1: Picking Up Object (Admission Performance)

Understanding and Coding MDS 3.0 Item GG0170P1: Picking Up Object (Admission Performance)

Introduction

Purpose:
MDS Item GG0170P1 evaluates a resident’s ability to pick up a small object, such as a spoon, from the floor at admission. This assessment is essential for determining the resident's functional mobility and planning rehabilitation or assistance strategies.

What is MDS Item GG0170P1?

Explanation:
GG0170P1 assesses how much assistance a resident needs to bend or stoop to pick up an object from the floor. This item captures functional mobility skills that are critical for daily living tasks.

Guidelines for Coding GG0170P1

Coding Instructions:
Use the six-point scale to code:

• 06 (Independent)
• 05 (Setup or clean-up assistance)
• 04 (Supervision or touching assistance)
• 03 (Partial/moderate assistance)
• 02 (Substantial/maximal assistance)
• 01 (Dependent)

Example Scenario:
Resident Z drops a spoon and requires verbal cueing and steadying assistance to bend down and pick it up. Code GG0170P1 as 04 (Supervision or touching assistance).

Best Practices for Accurate Coding

Documentation:

Ensure that the resident’s performance is observed and documented during the first three days of admission.

Communication:

Coordinate with the care team to ensure accurate observation and documentation of the resident’s ability to pick up objects.

Training:

Train staff on assessing object-picking abilities and coding the appropriate assistance levels.

Conclusion

Summary:
Proper coding of GG0170P1 ensures that the care plan reflects the resident’s need for assistance with bending and picking up objects, aiding in the development of tailored rehabilitation strategies.

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Reference

Refer to CMS's Long-Term Care Facility Resident Assessment Instrument 3.0 User’s Manual, Version 1.19.1, October 2024, Chapter 3, Page GG-64​.

Disclaimer

This guide is based on CMS's Long-Term Care Facility Resident Assessment Instrument 3.0 User’s Manual, Version 1.19.1, October 2024. Always refer to the latest version for updates.