Managed Care Contract Analyst

US Physical Therapy

Managed Care Contract Analyst

Houston, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly motivated, detail‑oriented, and autonomous professional with a positive attitude to join our Managed Care Operations team, focusing specifically on healthcare contract analysis and reimbursement methodologies. This Managed Care Analyst role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys analytical work, and is committed to supporting accurate and strategic managed care contracting.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Interpret healthcare managed care contracts and government reimbursement methodologies to accurately build contract modeling calculations.
    • Prepare pre‑negotiation analyses to support the development of effective payer contract negotiation strategies.
    • Define, develop, and execute modeling and analytical processes for new and updated fee schedules and contracts.
    • Query EMR and Practice Management Systems to gather data required for precise and comprehensive analysis.
    • Collaborate with other Managed Care Operations teams on complex projects, providing analytical support as needed.
    • Assist in creating new modeling templates, tools, and analytical frameworks to enhance team efficiency and accuracy.
    • Perform additional analyses and job‑related duties as assigned
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast paced environment while demonstrating strong organization, attention to detail, flexibility, and consistent accuracy

    • Ability to adapt effectively within both decentralized operations models and centralized department structures

    • Minimum of two years of analytical experience in the healthcare industry, with extensive knowledge of healthcare reimbursement methodologies and concepts

    • Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently and apply a high degree of critical thinking

    • Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, or a related discipline preferred

    • Proficiency in financial impact analysis, impact modeling, predictive modeling, and data manipulation

    • Advanced Excel skills, including experience working with large datasets, building complex reports, using lookup formulas, creating pivot tables, and applying advanced functions/formulas

    • Solid understanding of Medicaid and Medicare programs, as well as payer contract language

    • Customer service oriented with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships

    • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines

    Additional Information

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

  • Compensation
    $70,000-$70,000 per year