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Patricia Elder

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Adept MDS Coordinator with a proven track record at Premier Healthcare, enhancing patient care quality through meticulous compliance with federal regulations and effective interdisciplinary team collaboration. Expert in clinical documentation accuracy and continuous learning, significantly improving facility reimbursement processes and resident outcomes.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

MDS Coordinator

Premier Healthcare
07.2019 - Current
  • Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
  • Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
  • Improved communication between departments by establishing clear protocols regarding assessment timelines, leading to more efficient care planning processes.
  • Identified areas of improvement in the facility''s quality measures through thorough analysis of MDS data, resulting in targeted interventions and better outcomes for residents.
  • Conducted audits of current MDS records to identify discrepancies and improve record accuracy, enhancing reimbursement rates for the facility.
  • Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate efficient collaboration on resident care planning.
  • Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations by meticulously reviewing and updating resident care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes with comprehensive assessments, identifying changes in condition and adjusting care plans accordingly.

MDS Coordinator

Regents Park of Jacksonville
01.1995 - 07.2019
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
  • Ensured timely completion of all MDS assessments, maintaining full compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Collaborated closely with therapy departments to accurately capture rehabilitation needs within MDS documentation, supporting appropriate resource allocation for residents'' needs.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to provide accurate and timely clinical assessments for each resident, leading to improved overall care.
  • Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
  • Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
  • Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
  • Provided ongoing education for nursing staff regarding MDS best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
  • Monitored changing regulations related to RAI/MDS requirements, keeping staff informed about updates that impact their daily work routines.

Education

BSN - Nursing

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
12.1994

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance Understanding
  • Electronic Health Records Proficiency
  • Medical Record Management
  • Research and data collection
  • Continuous Learning Commitment
  • Clinical Documentation Accuracy
  • Care Plan Development
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Regulatory Compliance Knowledge
  • Long-term care experience
  • Medicare Reimbursement Knowledge
  • Outcome Measurement Techniques
  • Clinical Assessment Expertise

Timeline

MDS Coordinator

Premier Healthcare
07.2019 - Current

MDS Coordinator

Regents Park of Jacksonville
01.1995 - 07.2019

BSN - Nursing

University of North Florida

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