Qualified clinicians code each data element, which are activities, using a 6-level rating scale to reflect the patient’s/resident’s functional abilities based on the type and amount of assistance provided by a helper.

Demonstrate an understanding of the standardized items in Section GG: Functional Abilities and Goals. Describe the intent, coding instructions, and definitions for Section GG items. Apply coding instructions to accurately code practice scenarios and the case study. Inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs). Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs).

Note: The following are coding examples for each Self-Care item. Some examples describe a single observation of the person completing the activity; other examples describe a summary of several observations of the resident completing an activity across different times of …

May 29, 2024 · Section GG is a standardized assessment utilized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in post-acute care settings. The assessment measures a patient’s need for assistance with self-care and mobility while …

Section GG outcome measures are utilized in all post-acute care (PAC) settings for Medicare beneficiaries to track progress across the continuum of care. The following Medicare PAC Assessments utilize Section GG for function and mobility-related outcome measures: The Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Patient assessment instrument (IRF-PAI),

Code the resident’s discharge goal(s) using the six-point scale. Use of the “activity was not attempted” codes (07,09,10 and 88) is permissible to code discharge goal(s).

Coding of Section GG Objectives At the conclusion of the presentation participants will be able to: 1. Describe the intent and rationale of Section GG Self-Care and Mobility items 2. Understand the PDPM PT, OT, and Nursing Functional Scoring methods using Section GG items 3. Describe a process for establishing IDT

GG Self-Care and Mobility Performance Coding Instructions 06. Independent: The patient/resident completes the activity by themselves with . no assistance. from a helper. 05. Setup or clean-up assistance: The helper sets up . or cleans up; patient/resident completes activity. The helper assists . only prior to or following. the activity,

Feb 24, 2025 · Understanding what GG codes are in physical therapy and using them correctly ensures that patients receive appropriate care, facilities receive proper reimbursement, and PTs maintain compliance with CMS regulations.

Section GG General Guidelines • All Self-Care and Mobility item assessments should be attempted • Avoid Using the “Did Not Do” codes when possible • It's not just about therapy! Use documentation for all disciplines to capture usual performance • Understand each component and what it is comprised of when assessing and scoring, i.e.: