MDS Coordinator

Cortland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center - RN MDS Coordinator $39-$42/HR Full-time days (Mon. -Fri.) Job Summary Cortland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced MDS Coordinator (Director of MDS) to join our team in Cortland, New York. As a vital member of our rehabilitation and nursing center, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful completion of the RAI MDS process from admission to discharge in accordance with company policy, state and federal guidelines, and other relevant entities. If you have a passion for providing high-quality patient care and a strong background in MDS, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Responsibilities and Duties Ensure the collection of resident information to allow for future assessments, including physical and mental states. Assume a leadership role in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities. Prepare and distribute clinical conference schedule. Conduct Medicare determinations on new admissions and re-admissions and notify families and the billing department accordingly. Prepare and track Medicare certifications and recertifications. Ensure the completion of all sections of facility MDSs. Coordinate insurance (Managed Medicare, Managed Medicaid, and Commercial) concurrent reviews. Initiate and track insurance appeals for admission denials and continued stay. Schedule UAS with Managed Medicaid providers on appropriate residents. Track coverage for insured residents from admission to discharge. Collaborate and cooperate with the MDS department and interdisciplinary team. Perform all other duties as assigned. Requirements/Qualifications Current NYS Licensed Registered Nurse. Clinical experience and working knowledge of insurance contracts. Utilization Review/Case Management/MDS experience preferred Company Overview Cortland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 120-bed skilled Nursing facility in Cortland, NY. Our team is committed to providing quality care and diversified services with a professional team of caregivers. Our mission is "A home away from home for our residents," and we strive to provide the highest level of individualized care to each resident in a manner that promotes dignity, comfort, and support. About the Role We offer: Excellent wages that recognize prior experience Generous paid vacation, sick, holiday, and personal time Contribution toward health insurance Contribution to 401K #J-18808-Ljbffr