Five Reasons Why Outsourcing Your MDS Coordinator Role Could Be the Smartest Move Your Facility Makes

In today’s long-term care environment, accurate and timely MDS assessments are the backbone of both compliance and reimbursement. But with increasing turnover, burnout, and regulatory complexity, many skilled nursing facilities find themselves struggling to maintain consistency in this critical role.

Enter outsourced MDS support.

At Beacon Consulting, we’ve helped facilities across the country stay afloat by providing experienced, outsourced MDS nurses and coordinators who not only get the job done—but do it with precision, compliance, and financial awareness.

Here’s why we feel that outsourcing MDS support services benefit nursing facilities:

1. Instant Expertise, No Learning Curve

When you outsource your MDS Coordinator role, you're not just filling a seat—you’re bringing in a seasoned expert who knows the RAI manual, PDPM, and CMS guidelines inside and out.

There’s no ramp-up time. No need for months of training or hoping your new hire “catches on.” The nurse arrives ready to code, audit, and support your team with confidence.

“I’ve worked with many facilities and thousands of assessments—having an experienced MDS professional provides administrators with a peace of mind.” – Mike D.

2. Staffing Stability When You Need It Most

Staff turnover and burnout have hit the industry hard. An unexpected resignation or extended leave can throw your MDS schedule into chaos. But with outsourced support, you have a steady, reliable hand at the helm—even during turbulent times.

Whether you need temporary coverage, long-term partnership, or emergency relief, outsourcing gives you flexibility without compromising quality.

“Outsourcing your MDS to companies such as Beacon Consulting, ensures that facilities have a lifeline when their MDS Coordinator jumps ship.” – Ana O.

3. Protect Revenue and Prevent Costly Errors

Even small mistakes in MDS coding can lead to thousands of dollars in lost reimbursement—or worse, regulatory scrutiny. An experienced outsourced MDS nurse ensures your assessments are accurate, defensible, and optimized for PDPM.

Plus, companies such as Beacon Consulting, also offer services like Revenue Recovery Audits, which help identify missed opportunities and help recover what has already been lost.

4. Stay Compliant and Survey-Ready

With recent SOM revisions, surveyors are now even more laser-focused on MDS accuracy. Having outsourced MDS services helps ensure your assessments are thorough, your supportive documentation is solid, and your processes align with RAI requirements.

5. More Cost-Effective Than Hiring In-House

Outsourcing eliminates recruitment costs, onboarding delays, and the overhead that comes with full-time employees (benefits, PTO, etc.). You only pay for what you need—and get far more value in return.

Whether it’s a few hours a week or full-time coverage, outsourcing scales with your census and budget.

“Expert MDS services—without the full-time payroll burden.” – Rob K.

Set Your Course for Stability and Success

At Beacon Consulting, our mission is simple: to help facilities to stay compliant, capture accurate reimbursement, and sail smoothly—no matter what the staffing seas bring.

If your MDS Coordinator is out, overworked, or just needs support, we’re here to help.

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-Melissa Kohler, RN, RAC-CT