CERT program
CMS established the Comprehensive Error Rate Testing (CERT) program to monitor and report the accuracy of Medicare fee-for...
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Breakdown of common Minimum Data Set (MDS) errors: Sections D - E - GG
Sections D - E - GG
Section D: Mood
D0150 Resident Mood Interview (PHQ-2 to 9©)
- Supportive documentation within the record; nurse...
Additional review programs
Learn about other review programs including, recovery audit and fraud and abuse prevention.
Inpatient hospital short stay reviews
Inpatient hospital short stay patient status reviews for acute care inpatient hospitals, long-term care hospitals, and inpatient...
CERT Insider’s Guide – Part A Fourth Quarter 2025
Read the fourth quarter edition of the CERT Insider's Guide to learn more about the CERT program and the improper payment rate...
Breakdown of common Minimum Data Set (MDS) errors: Sections M - O & Z
The MDS is a tool used for implementing standardized assessment and for facilitating care management in skilled nursing homes...
Fast facts: CERT comparative analysis reports
Read this article for information about the CERT comparative analysis reports.
CERT Insider's Guide - Part B Fourth Quarter 2025
Read the fourth quarter edition of the CERT Insider's Guide to learn more about the CERT program and the improper payment rate...
CERT Insider’s Guide - Part A Third Quarter 2025
Read the third quarter edition of the Insider's Guide to learn more about skilled nursing facility (SNF) CERT errors.
Fast facts: CERT support - who we are and what we do
Read this article to learn more about the CERT support team.