Southborough, Massachusetts
ALLIANCE HEALTH MANAGEMENT SERVICES
JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL
STAFF NAME:_________________________________________ JOB TITLE: Regional Clinical Reimbursement Specialist
EMPLOYEE #:_____________ HIRE DATE:________________ APPRAISAL PERIOD:______________ TO ______________
POSITION PURPOSE:
· Assess and evaluate the quality of care being given to Alliance facility residents per CMS guidelines.
· Oversees and Ensures completion of MDS interviews and assessments following the RAI process.
· Ensuries regulatory compliance of Medicare, Medicaid, and Managed Care by following federal and state guidelines.
INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
· Coordinate with facility team to ensure implementation of the residents’ plan of care, assessments, and education.
· Works with corporate team to ensure compliance, report any and all issues, and educate as needed.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
· Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (LPN, RN, or BSN). RN preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
· Physical health sufficient to meet the ergonomic standards and demands of the position and its location. Regular and consistent attendance at the facilities as needed.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
· Minimum 2 years clinical experience in a long-term care setting. Prior MDS/RAI experience
· Demonstrated clinical assessment skills.
· Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations and coverage guidelines related to skilled nursing.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Dotted line supervision of facility based MDS Coordinators
PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
· Current/active Massachusetts Nursing license
· RAC-CT certification preferred.
· BLS CPR certification
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
· Direct report to the Corporate Director for Clinical Reimbursement
· Dotted line relationships to:
o Corporate Director of Clinical Services
Issued by:______________________________________________
Approved by:___________________________________________
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JOB DESCRIPTIONS/ RESPONSIBILITY |
MDS COORDINATOR
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MEASUREMENT CRITERIA/ COMMENTS list specific examples for 1 - 5 ratings Key* |
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Administrative Functions |
· Serves as corporate lead for either short stay PDPM PPS MDS process or OBRA based long term care OBRA MDS (including MA based Medicaid PDPM based payment process). · Review the current AHMS Clinical Reimbursement (CR) Policies and Procedures for respective area, recommend modifications. · Determine compliance with established policy. Develop and utilize a facility reporting process to ensure facility compliance with established policies. This includes both remote monitoring and onsite audits. · Evaluate current clinical reimbursement documentation forms and assessments to ensure facilities capture the care provided and maximize reimbursement. · Provide CR transition training to the organization to ensure that trainees gain functional knowledge, and the organization is prepared for the transition. · Serve as a resource to CR staff for problem solving and real time education as needed for respective area. · Ensure that all submissions are accurate, timely, and fully compliant with current rules and regulations. · Conduct random audits of active and previously submitted MDS’s. · Review Point Right data and make recommendations as needed. · Review clinical documentation and make recommendations to improve as needed. · Assist with end of month process. · Assist the other Lead as needed. |
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Facility Support |
· Evaluate current facility CR Nurses’ skills sets and provide observations, assessments, and recommendations. · Serve as a resource to CR staff for problem solving and real time education as needed. · Review and assist in all ARD requests from third party payers. · Conduct onsite audits and reviews of entire CR process. Conduct exit review with facility staff with findings and clear objectives. · Review and audit PASRR/NOMNC submissions · Review respiratory compliance and effectiveness. · Assist facilities with QM ratings objectives. · Participate in end of month activities as required. · Cover other regional’s facilities as needed. |
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Personnel Functions |
· Follows work assignments, and/or work schedules to complete assigned tasks. Performs all assigned tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures. · Cooperates with interdepartmental personnel, as well as other departments within the facility to assure that services are properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents. · Develops and maintains a good working rapport with interdepartmental personnel. |
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Location: 144 Turnpike Road, , Southborough, Massachusetts 01772, United States
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