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SAS Name
GG0130A1_EATG_ABILITY_STRT_CD
Indicates the resident's performance for self-feeding at the start of the SNF PPS Part A stay.
| Code | Code value |
|---|---|
| - | Not assessed/no information |
| 01 | Dependent |
| 02 | Substantial/maximal assistance |
| 03 | Partial/moderate assistance |
| 04 | Supervision or touching assistance |
| 05 | Setup or clean-up assistance |
| 06 | Independent |
| 07 | Resident refused |
| 09 | Not applicable |
| 88 | Not attempted due to medical condition or safety concerns |
| ^ | Blank (skip pattern) |
This variable is included in the Long Term Care Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 file.