Minimum Data Set (MDS) 2024 

Frequently Asked Questions 

Version 1 | August 2024 


The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) releases updates to the MDS on October 1st annually. These updates may include changes to assessment items, definitions, or reporting requirements. Facilities are notified of these updates through official CMS communications and are expected to implement the new version by the specified date. 

This document (attached) aims to answer your frequently asked questions about the October 1, 2024 updates to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0.