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A federal training series on the assessment and coding of Section GG of the Minimum Data Set has been updated, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced Wednesday. 

The online, on-demand courses focus on understanding prior functioning and prior device use; self-care items and mobility items. Each installment includes interactive exercises for users. 

The training program is intended for skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies and other post-acute care settings. 

CMS advises providers email the PAC training mailbox for questions or more information on the program.