MDS Coordinator

MDS Coordinator responsible for accurate, timely completion of Medicare/Medicaid MDS case-mix documents to ensure appropriate reimbursement. Conducts ongoing MDS reviews to optimize RUG category, oversees MDS/PPS documentation submission, and coordinates interdisciplinary participation (nursing, dietary, social recreation, restorative, rehabilitation, physicians) to ensure compliant assessments and reimbursement. Assesses health status and level of care for new admissions; manages data entry and electronic submission of MDS; maintains reference dates and schedules; conducts resident care conferences; assists in formulating and revising care plans; evaluates outcomes and ensures timely level-of-care changes and related forms.