MDS Coordinator

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented MDS Coordinator to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will oversee the comprehensive assessment and documentation process for long-term care residents, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, including Medicare and Medicaid requirements. Your expertise will support accurate clinical documentation, optimize patient care planning, and facilitate seamless communication among interdisciplinary teams. This position offers an exciting opportunity to impact resident outcomes positively while working within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, completion, and review of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in accordance with CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) guidelines and clinical standards
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to gather accurate clinical information for MDS documentation
• Ensure timely submission of MDS assessments to meet regulatory deadlines and maintain compliance with state healthcare regulations
• Conduct thorough documentation reviews to verify accuracy, completeness, and adherence to clinical documentation standards
• Utilize EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks to input data and generate reports
• Stay current on changes in healthcare policies related to Medicare, HEDIS (Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set), NCQA (National Committee for Quality Assurance) standards, and long-term care regulations
• Support utilization management activities including case management, discharge planning, and utilization review processes to optimize patient care outcomes

Qualifications

• Proven experience with MDS coordination in long-term care or skilled nursing facilities; ICU or acute care experience is highly valued
• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) licensed to practice in the State of Maryland.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, Medicare policies, ICD-10/ICD coding, CPT coding, DRG (Diagnosis-Related Group), and health regulation policies
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth, or similar platforms for medical records management
• Excellent understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and clinical documentation standards
• Experience with medical coding including ICD-9/ICD-10 coding systems for accurate billing and reimbursement processes
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality protocols in medical records handling
• Ability to interpret complex clinical data related to inpatient, outpatient, hospice care, emergency medicine, pediatrics, primary care, and home health settings
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment

Join our team as an MDS Coordinator if you are passionate about enhancing patient care through meticulous documentation and regulatory compliance. Bring your expertise in healthcare coding, clinical documentation improvement, and utilization management to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives while advancing your professional growth within a supportive organization committed to excellence.

Pay: $90,000.00 - $114,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person