MN SF894

Amends Minnesota Statutes section 144.0724 to update resident reimbursement classifications in nursing homes and boarding care homes based on minimum data set (MDS) assessments.

Transitions resident classification system from RUG-III (34-group model) to RUG-IV (48-group model) beginning January 1, 2012, using MDS version 3.0 assessment instruments.

Modifies assessment schedule requirements to include new admission assessments, annual assessments within 92 days, significant change assessments within 14 days, quarterly assessments, and significant corrections to prior assessments.

Establishes nursing facility level of care criteria based on clinical monitoring needs, assistance requirements for activities of daily living, cognitive or behavioral needs, prior nursing facility stays, and risk assessment through face-to-face consultation.

Updates audit procedures, reconsideration request processes, and notice requirements for residents regarding their assigned reimbursement classification, including provisions for facility penalties and resident appeal rights.