Posted February 11, 2026
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MDS Coding Tips of the Month
SECTION H0200 A-C: Toileting Program Trial, Toileting Program Trial Response, Current Toileting Program
MDS – RAI Manual
Coding Tips
- Toileting (or trial toileting) programs refer to a specific approach that is organized, planned, documented, monitored, and evaluated that is consistent with the nursing home’s policies and procedures and current standards of practice. A toileting program does not refer to:
- Simply tracking continence status,
- Changing pads or wet garments, and
- Random assistance with toileting or hygiene.
- For a resident currently undergoing a trial of a toileting program,
- H0200A would be coded 1, yes,
- H0200B would be coded 9, unable to determine or trial in progress, and
- H0200C would be coded 1, yes.
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