Prospective Payment System Coordinator
About The Position
By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That’s what it means to be dedicated to better. A member of Catholic Health, Mercy Hospital, a 375-bed not-for-profit hospital that has been serving the healthcare needs for the residents of Nassau County and its surrounding areas since 1913. Ranked among the top hospitals in New York State, Mercy offers a NYS designated Stroke Center, Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and has received Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center – the only hospital in the region and one of only two in NY State to receive this prestigious award. The PPS (Prospective Payment System) Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing all activities related to the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System (IRF‑PPS). The PPS Coordinator ensures accurate and timely completion of patient assessment data, regulatory compliance, and appropriate reimbursement. This role collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary team including physicians, nursing, therapy, case management, and coding professionals to ensure documentation reflects the patient’s clinical condition, functional status, and services provided.
Requirements
- Licensed healthcare professional (RN, PT, OT, SLP, CTRS, SW).
- Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical experience in inpatient rehabilitation; PPS Coordinator experience preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and regulatory compliance.
- Ability to analyze clinical and financial data.
- Effective interdisciplinary communication and collaboration.
- Proficiency with electronic medical record systems.
Responsibilities
- PPS and IRF‑PAI Management
- Maintaining IRF regulatory compliance
- Documenting pertinent information during interdisciplinary team conference
- Quality monitoring and performance improvement
- Provides education and staff support
Benefits
- employees are eligible for generous benefits packages
- generous tuition assistance
- a defined benefit pension plan
- a culture that supports professional and educational growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
