Should all types of Stasis Ulcers be reported in M1330?

In the context of M1330, which pertains to the assessment of stasis ulcers, it is important to understand that not all ulcers are treated equally under the OASIS-E guidelines. Stasis ulcers specifically refer to venous ulcers that result from chronic venous insufficiency. Therefore, when documenting in M1330, only stasis ulcers that are observed and meet the definition of venous ulcers should be reported.

Arterial lesions or ulcers are a different category altogether and are not considered stasis ulcers. Including them in M1330 would misrepresent the patient's condition and may affect care planning and outcomes. Thus, the instruction clearly states that arterial ulcers should be excluded from reporting. This is essential for maintaining the integrity of the data collected in OASIS-E, ensuring that the assessments reflect appropriate clinical conditions relevant to treatment and management.

In addition, unobservable stasis ulcers are not to be reported in this item as the evaluation requires visual assessment of the ulcers. Thus, only those stasis ulcers that are observable and fit the criteria of the instrument should be documented, ensuring that the assessment accurately captures the patient's health status related to venous ulcers.