Contract Management Analyst (REMOTE)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Load (“programs”) executed managed care contracts into the contract management system
• Update contracts with scheduled rate changes as of effective dates
• Build new service definitions and implements new reimbursement methodology into the system as required
• Consult with contract negotiators to recommend precise language and meaning of contracts to ensure that the contract template accurately calculates the terms of the contract as negotiated
• Monitor periodic changes in recognized coding schemes (ICD, CPT, and DRG) to anticipate impacts on contract language, calculations and reimbursement of specific contracts using those codes
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Highly organized
• Initiative to work independently
• Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Proficient with telephone and email communications
• Basic understanding of medical coding systems affecting the adjudication of patient accounts in EDI or UB04 form, including: ICD-9, CPT, HCPCS, DRG, APG, APC, and revenue code structures
• Interest and aptitude in computer-based applications for complex business processes involving Boolean expressions,
  symbolic representation and procedural logic
• Required PC competencies including intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills required to communicate with direct staff and internal/external customers
• Must possess excellent time management and organizational skills with great attention to detail
• Maintain applicable continuing education requirements
• The ability to work on multiple projects/initiatives at a time

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 (one) year of hospital revenue cycle experience or equivalent work experience