[Remote] Reimbursement Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. UnityPoint Health is seeking a Reimbursement Analyst to join our team! In this role, you would be responsible for the completion of annual cost reports, coordination of third party audits, assisting with calculation and analysis of third party contractual allowances, and monitoring compliance with third party payer regulatory changes.ResponsibilitiesCompletes annual cost reports based on the data and information received from the facility financial systems, billing systems and managementMeets with facility management to ensure operational changes have been incorporated in the cost report and contested items are handled appropriatelyWorks closely with facility management to ensure reimbursement related issues are addressed consistently, timely and accuratelyCoordinates providing information for third party audits of cost reports, works with auditors to resolve any outstanding issues and provide written response to audit adjustments when neededAssists with the impact analysis of unique reimbursement methodologies applicable to both urban and rural providers as well as various provider types/designations and the filing of any letters requesting application or approval of these methodologiesReviews new legislation and regulatory changes impacting the reimbursement aspects of the integrated services provided by the providers and provides consultation and expert advice to management with regard to the changing regulationsPerforms contractual allowance calculations and analysis of the contractual variances to budget for the assigned facilitiesAssist with the annual review of budgeted contractual expenseAssists with the review of third party liability schedules to ensure appropriate reserve levels are maintainedReviews and makes recommendations regarding system reporting needs that effectively, efficiently and consistently provide the necessary data to support routine reimbursement functions. These recommendations are given particular weight by leadership in the decision-making process regarding matters of significance in meeting the business objectives prior to their approval for implementationAct as a liaison with management to provide support in communications to other stakeholders in their organizations (i.e. Board Committees, Dept. management)Assists with obtaining information for reimbursement projects where outside consultants have been engaged, including AppealsPerforms other reimbursement related functions as requestedSkillsBachelor's degree in business, finance, or accountingMinimum of 3 years work experience in finance, accounting, or analyticsHealthcare finance operations or reimbursement experienceBenefitsPaid time offParental leave401K matchingEmployee recognition programDental and health insurancePaid holidaysShort and long-term disabilityPet insurance for your four-legged family membersEarly access to earned wages with Daily PayTuition reimbursement to help further your careerAdoption assistance to help you grow your familyCompany OverviewUnityPoint Health is an integrated health system that provide a full range of coordinated care to patients and families. It was founded in 1995, and is headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.unitypoint.org/.