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Posted: 25-Sep-25
Location: Remote, Oregon
Categories:
Internal Number: R1020882
Senior salary range with minimum 5 years of experience: $83,096 - $124,675/year.
Remote in Approved States with a preference for Remote Oregon. Please not apply to this role unless you currently reside in one of these states: Arkansas, Arizona, Florida, Idaho, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee, Utah, Wisconsin
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Cost Report and Government Reimbursement Analyst
REPORTS TO POSITION:Controller
DEPARTMENT: Accounting
DATE LAST REVIEWED: March 18, 2021
OUR VISION: Creating Americas healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Accounting Department is responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial records for the System, the hospital Foundation, and several Joint Ventures. The department facilitates an annual financial statement audit. The Department prepares and submits external financial reporting including, but not limited to, tax returns and cost reports. The Department is also responsible for internal reporting to support senior leadership in the decision-making process through the appropriate presentation of financial data. Not responsible for patient billing, collecting, account management or charity care assessments.
This role collaborates with the Payer Contracting and Revenue Cycle teams.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Reimbursement Analyst is responsible for the preparation, coordination and management of the reimbursement-related regulatory filings for Medicare, Medicaid and other governmental or non-governmental agencies. In addition, the position is responsible for analyzing government program revenue streams and understanding financial impacts that arise from operational and programmatic changes.
This position does not directly manage other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Responsible for the coordination of the preparation, filing, settlement and audit of the St. Charles cost reports and reimbursement-related regulatory filings for Medicare, Medicaid, other governmental or nongovernmental-agencies.
Prepares and/or reviews Medicare and Medicaid cost reports and other regulatory filings, and the related work papers in accordance with all applicable regulations and St. Charles polices.
Manages the production of compliant State and Federal cost reporting documents, including all annual cost reports, S-10 and wage index audits. Includes management of internal resources and external cost report experts.
Prepares and analyzes proposed audit adjustment impacts and submits additional documentation as required by the MAC or regulatory agency.
Reviews monthly workbooks and resultant journal entries to record third party settlements, and provider taxes payable and supplemental payments receivable. Assists the Accounting team in validating that workbooks stay current with regulatory changes.
Continuously monitors workload and methodologies used to achieve results, making recommendations to improve efficiency and/or cost savings whenever possible.
Ensures that all assigned statutory filings are timely and accurate.
Oversees the timely preparation, analysis, interpretation and distribution of government payer performance reports to divisional and financial leadership.
Analyzes the reimbursement impact of proposed new programs, payment models, services, and operating strategies. Provides reports and recommendations for achieving proposed financial objectives.
Accesses rate schedules, product details and historical claims to build and deploy model scenarios. Leverages multiple data points to provide visibility into all key model components.
Provides expertise to reimbursement strategies including review of methodology options and coordination of appeal opportunities in collaboration with Revenue Cycle leadership.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organizations corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: Bachelors degree in accounting or finance.
Preferred: N/A
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
Required: N/A
Preferred: Certified Public Accountant. Certified Healthcare Financial Professional.
EXPERIENCE
Required: Three (3) years of demonstrated experience in the healthcare finance or related field, including regulatory reporting.
Preferred: Previous work experience in consulting, in a multi-hospital system, health insurer, or MAC.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%): Sitting, standing, walking, lifting 1-10 pounds, keyboard operation.
Occasionally (25%): Bending, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, carrying/pushing or pulling 1-10 pounds, grasping/squeezing.
Rarely (10%): Stooping/kneeling/crouching, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 11-15 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.
Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, ability to hear whispered speech level.
Exposure to Elemental Factors
Never (0%): Heat, cold, wet/slippery area, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
No Risk for Exposure to BBP
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Senior Cost Report and Government Reimbursement Analyst
REPORTS TO POSITION:Controller
DEPARTMENT: Accounting
DATE LAST REVIEWED: March 2024
OUR VISION: Creating Americas healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Accounting Department is responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial records for the System, the hospital Foundation, and several Joint Ventures. The department facilitates an annual financial statement audit. The Department prepares and submits external financial reporting including, but not limited to, tax returns and cost reports. The Department is also responsible for internal reporting to support senior leadership in the decision-making process through the appropriate presentation of financial data. Not responsible for patient billing, collecting, account management or charity care assessments.
This role collaborates with the Payer Contracting and Revenue Cycle teams.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Senior Cost Report and Government Reimbursement Analyst is responsible for the preparation, coordination, and management of the reimbursement-related regulatory filings for Medicare, Medicaid and other governmental or nongovernmental agencies. In addition, the position is responsible for analyzing government program revenue streams and understanding financial impacts that arise from operational and programmatic changes. The Senior Reimbursement Analyst supports the forecasting process by developing reimbursement analysis, including impact for modifications to the Systems charge master, contract model changes, government program changes and other impacts on future reimbursement.
This position does not directly manage other caregivers, however may be asked to review and provide feedback on the work of other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Responsible for the coordination of the preparation, filing, settlement and audit of the St. Charles cost reports and reimbursement-related regulatory filings for Medicare, Medicaid, other governmental or nongovernmental-agencies.
Prepares and/or reviews Medicare and Medicaid cost reports and other regulatory filings, and the related work papers in accordance with all applicable regulations and St. Charles polices.
Manages the production of compliant State and Federal cost reporting documents, including all annual cost reports, S-10 and wage index audits. Includes management of internal resources and external cost report experts.
Analyzes the reimbursement impact of proposed new programs, payment models, services, and operating strategies. Provides reports and recommendations for achieving proposed financial objectives.
Prepares and analyzes proposed audit adjustment impacts and submits additional documentation as required by the MAC or regulatory agency.
Reviews monthly workbooks and resultant journal entries to record third party settlements, and provider taxes payable and supplemental payments receivable. Assists the Accounting team in validating that workbooks stay current with regulatory changes.
Continuously monitors workload and methodologies used to achieve results, making recommendations to improve efficiency and/or cost savings whenever possible.
Ensures that all assigned statutory filings are timely and accurate.
Oversees the timely preparation, analysis, interpretation, and distribution of government payer performance reports to divisional and financial leadership.
Manages the day-to-day analysis of government reimbursement models, utilizing Stratas contract management and cost accounting systems, to evaluate the impact of proposed government (federal and state) reimbursement initiatives, contracts, amendments, payment disputes, and changes in regulation or provider manuals.
Analyzes the reimbursement impact of proposed new programs, payment models, services, and operating strategies. Provides reports and recommendations for achieving proposed financial objectives.
Accesses rate schedules, product details and historical claims to build and deploy model scenarios. Leverages multiple data points to provide visibility into all key model components.
Provides expertise to reimbursement strategies including review of methodology options and coordination of appeal opportunities in collaboration with Revenue Cycle leadership.
Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organizations corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION:
Required: Bachelors degree in accounting or finance.
Preferred: N/A
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
Required: N/A
Preferred: Certified Public Accountant. Certified Healthcare Financial Professional.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Five (5) years of demonstrated experience in the healthcare finance or related field, including regulatory reporting.
Preferred: Previous work experience in consulting, in a multi-hospital system, health insurer, or MAC.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%): Sitting, standing, walking, lifting 1-10 pounds, keyboard operation.
Occasionally (25%): Bending, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, carrying/pushing, or pulling 1-10 pounds, grasping/squeezing.
Rarely (10%): Stooping/kneeling/crouching, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 11-15 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.
Never (0%): Climbing ladder/stepstool, lifting/carrying/pushing, or pulling 25-50 pounds, ability to hear whispered speech level.
Exposure to Elemental Factors
Never (0%): Heat, cold, wet/slippery area, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
No Risk for Exposure to BBP
Schedule Weekly Hours:
40Caregiver Type:
RegularShift:
First Shift (United States of America)Is Exempt Position?
YesJob Family:
ANALYST FINANCEScheduled Days of the Week:
Monday-FridayShift Start & End Time:
8:00 - 5:00