Admissions supervisor vs unit supervisor

Differences between admissions supervisor and unit supervisor duties and responsibilities

Admissions supervisor example responsibilities.

• Manage all admissions and discharge paperwork, Medicare and Medicaid eligibility research, and resident and family meetings.
• Speak with patient's/resident's and families regarding insurance/financial issues and the Medicaid process.
• Verify Medicare, Medicaid and commercial insurance plans utilizing available resources.
• Supervise admissions specialists to ensure that guidelines are follow and that patients are facilitate in a timely and efficient manner.
• Interview patients in emergency rooms, clinics and inpatient areas in order to obtain identifying and financial information and pertinent signatures.
• Complete MDS assessments and the necessary documentation of both short term and long term clients.
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Unit supervisor example responsibilities.

• Manage direct support professionals serving adult populations for persons with mental health, developmental disabilities and children with autism.
• Document patient information and recording information correctly, as well as ensuring other workers are following OSHA and HIPAA requirements.
• Attend weekly QA collaboration meetings and actively participate in discussions.
• Utilize Kaizen activities to drive continuous process and quality improvements.
• Submit MDS assessments to CMS timely and organize documentation for timely filing.
• Evaluate admissions for Medicare/ Medicaid eligibility; prepare MDS and PPS documentation.
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