Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented MDS Coordinator (RN) to join our Skilled Nursing Facility Team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, which are essential for quality patient care, reimbursement, and compliance with regulatory standards. This position offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic clinical environment, supporting inpatient, outpatient, hospice, and long-term care settings. Experience with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks is highly valued. The MDS Coordinator will collaborate closely with nursing staff, case management, and medical records departments to optimize clinical documentation and ensure adherence to HIPAA and NCQA standards.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients in accordance with federal and state regulations, including Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
- Complete accurate MDS documentation utilizing EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth.
- Review medical records for completeness and accuracy; ensure proper coding using ICD-10, ICD-9, CPT coding, DRGs, and other relevant classification systems.
- Collaborate with nursing staff to gather detailed clinical information related to patient care in various settings including inpatient units (ICU, PICU, Level I & II Trauma Centers), outpatient clinics, primary care, pediatrics, and specialized units like OR or hospice care.
- Perform utilization review and management activities to support discharge planning, case management, and clinical documentation improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations concerning medical records and medical documentation confidentiality.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of healthcare regulations such as NCQA standards and managed care policies affecting documentation practices.
- Provide education and support to clinical staff regarding documentation requirements for accurate coding and billing processes.
- Assist in the transition of patient data across different EMR/EHR platforms ensuring seamless documentation review and management.
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Pay: $95,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
License/Certification:
- RN License in the State of NY (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Work Location: In person
