Consultant, Payment Intelligence

Consultant, Payment Intelligence

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AAretians (our team members) are leaders at every level. You are encouraged to unlock your full potential by directly contributing to our mission and prioritizing space for personal development and fulfillment.

The Role

Health plans face continued challenges in reimbursing claims on-time and accurately. AArete's consulting service line, Payment Intelligence, goes beyond typical payment integrity to ensure erroneous and inefficient payments are identified, rectified, and recouped to prevent them in the future. Our Payment Intelligence team addresses issues with payment policies, provider contracts, provider data, covered benefits, member eligibility and prior authorizations.

In this role, the individual will be responsible for client delivery of Payment Intelligence. The position will report to a Payment Intelligence Manager. The individual will be the subject matter expert on strategies to help our clients ensure proper claims payment through the use of (1) claims analytics, (2) process improvements, (3) integration of automation/technology, and (4) configurations setups. This role will support the internal development of Payment Intelligence initiatives including research and interpretation of healthcare policies and regulations, and experience in claims editing.

Work You'll Do

• Support the development, identification and analysis of payment accuracy opportunities through remediation with client counterparts
• Utilize analytics to identify claims payment opportunities through your knowledge of standard payment methodologies including Prospective Payment Systems (IPPS/OPPS), fee for service, Groupers, RUG, etc.
• Support process improvements and automation initiatives for clients
• Conduct research on current events, changes in regulatory requirements and market trends impacting health plan reimbursement
• Contribute to the preparation of client ready deliverables with clear and actionable insight
• Exercise sound judgement and clear and direct communication in all aspects of your work
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a role within consulting, provider revenue cycle, a payment integrity vendor, and/or a payer organization
• Foundational knowledge of claims processing across multiple lines of business, including Medicare, Medicaid, ACA/Marketplace, Commercial, and Duals
• Experience across various spend areas, including professional, ancillary, outpatient, and inpatient services
• Ability to identify and analyze mispaid claims to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Knowledge of industry vendors and tools related to claims processing, provider data, and contract management
• Understanding of end-to-end claims processes, including claims management, provider lifecycle, and network optimization
• Strong professional communication skills, including written, verbal, interpersonal, and in-person presentation expertise
• Experience coaching and mentoring team members
• Advanced proficiency utilizing Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, data interpretation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to identify client savings opportunities and develop actionable business cases
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Direct client interaction with possible travel to client locations
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible PTO, monthly half-day refuels, volunteer time off, 10 paid holidays
• Own Your Day flexible work policy
• Competitive majority employer-paid benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match
• Generous paid parental leave options
• Employer paid Life Insurance, STD, LTD
• Charitable contribution matching program
• New client commission opportunities and referral bonus program
• Bike share discount program

The estimated base salary range for this position is $84,000 $102,000. In addition to this base salary, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This range is a part of a competitive, total compensation package together with our majority employer-paid benefits, and incentive pay for eligible roles. Please note that this range is a guideline and individual total compensation may vary due to numerous factors including but not limited to experience level, certifications, and other relevant business considerations.

AArete will accept applications until the position is filled. The job posting will be removed once the role is no longer available.

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