Provider Contracting Manager manages the activities of the contracting staff that prepare and maintain contracts and the contracts database system for a health plan network. Responsible for negotiating with facilities joining the health network and setting rates. Being a Provider Contracting Manager oversees network reporting requirements to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, and to produce accurate and relevant reporting of data. Trains and develops staff. Additionally, Provider Contracting Manager requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Provider Contracting Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Provider Contracting Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Value Based Contracting Manager
SummaCare - 1200 E Market St, Akron, OH
Full-Time / 40 Hours / Days
Hybrid
Summary :
This position provides strategic direction for SummaCare’s development and enhancement of Provider Network Alternative Payment Programs, acting as the SummaCare subject matter expert for Alternative Payment Programs for internal Plan counterparts and members of the Plan’s provider network community.
The Manager, Alternative Payment Programs will negotiate, develop, implement and manage the Plan’s value based reimbursement strategy and identify other Alternative Payment Programs in concert with Finance, Quality and Clinical Business Informatics in accordance with company standards in order to maintain and enhance provider networks and to meet / exceed the company’s accessibility, quality and financial goals.
Provider contract negotiation is an important foundational skill for this position. The degree of judgement, ability to work autonomously, and ability to collaborate and gain consensus across constituencies is more advanced in this position than traditional contracting positions.
The majority of time will be spent working in an integrated manner with functions inside of SummaCare in the highly judgmental process of analytically identifying the opportunities where provider groups can successfully improve results.
Formal Education Required :
a) Bachelor Degree or may substitute with 4 years of like experience.
Experience & Training Required :
a) Five (5) years Managed Care Provider Contracting and Reimbursement experience, that has included contracting at an independent level, focusing on innovative or unique payment methodologies, demonstrated financial modeling with the ability to communicate complex concepts at all levels, and demonstrated influencing skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Essential Functions :
1) Negotiates, renegotiates, implements, and manages the ongoing relationship with the Value Based entities in accordance with company standards and strategy with a focus on ensuring compliance with program criteria and success of the program for the Plan and the provider
2) Strategic planning and development of other alternative payment models (e.g. bundled payment, capitation, pay for performance, etc.)
3) Coordinates Joint Operating Committee (JOC) meetings with internal staff and Value Based entities to ensure ongoing communication of program data and the achievement of financial, quality, and clinical objectives through accomplishment of value based initiatives.
4) Maintains knowledge of a variety of contracting payment methodologies and analyzes comparable value based programs from other payors
5) Mentors and assists territory provider relations representatives with planning, implementing, and education of value based program staff and providers.
6) Assists Director with strategic planning, coordination of strategic initiatives and represents department and / or acts as alternate for Director in critical meetings and strategic projects.
7) Monitors and provides ongoing analysis of provider networks to meet or exceed the company’s strategic, accessibility, quality and financial goals.
8) Ensures compliance with all regulatory standards, including all applicable state and federal laws.
9) Other responsibilities as assigned by Director
Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications :
a) Demonstrate positive leadership skills including ability to influence action of others not directly reporting to him / her.
b) Effectively work with a variety of people at all levels, both internally and externally.
c) Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
d) Ability to formulate and operationalize creative and unique ideas / methods to address particular issues effectively and efficiently.
e) Demonstrate attention to detail and accurately work with large amounts of contractual data and other legal documents.
f) Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
g) Organize and manage time to accurately complete tasks within designated time frames in fast-paced environment.
h) Maintain current knowledge of industry and related trends.
i) Maintain current knowledge of and comply with regulatory and company policies & procedures.
j) Maintain confidentiality of member and business information.
k) Flexible : ability to adjust work hours to meet business demands.
l) High Degree of analytical skills analyzing data from diverse sources; making recommendations and / or conclusions based on analyses;
developing financial, data processing technical reports, procedures, systems that usually affect one department.
m) Ability to communicate complex information verbally and in written form that may include policies and procedures, financial, legal, and / or technical documents, and opinion papers;
ability to provide guidance required to implement strategic programs and projects
Level of Physical Demands :
a) Sit for prolonged periods of time.
b) Bend, stoop, and stretch.
c) Lift up to 25 pounds.
$33.66 / hr - $50.49 / hr
The salary range on this job posting / advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay.
We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers.
Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.
Last updated : 2024-04-30