Discharge Function Scores are a key measure of therapy effectiveness, care quality, and successful transitions. Accurate functional coding at admission and discharge directly impacts quality ratings, reimbursement, and resident outcomes.
As reporting expectations increase, communities need clear, consistent processes to support improvement.
To address this need, Functional Pathways partnered with Good Shepherd Home in Fostoria, Ohio, to implement a structured, data-driven approach to improving Discharge Function Scores. This case study highlights how education, collaboration, and ongoing monitoring support measurable improvement.
In this case study, you’ll learn:
• Why Discharge Function Scores matter for quality measures and Value Based Purchasing
• How documentation accuracy influences reported outcomes
• Key elements of Functional Pathways’ Discharge Function Score Improvement Process
• Best practices for goal setting and discharge planning
• How interdisciplinary alignment supports sustainable improvement
Improving Discharge Function Scores is ultimately about understanding and supporting resident progress. When teams align around accurate goal setting, meaningful documentation, and thoughtful discharge planning, residents experience smoother transitions, stronger outcomes, and a higher quality of life.