Business Analyst, Clinical & Reimbursement Policy

Jobgether; United States; Remote; USD 107,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual base salary 107000–130000 USD

Equity opportunities

Performance-based bonus program

401(k) with company matching

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Remote-first culture

Flexible paid time off

No-Meeting Fridays

Monthly company holidays

Mental health resources

Professional development programs

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Home office expense reimbursement

Monthly cell phone & internet stipend

Parental leave

Job summary

Jobgether seeks a Business Analyst, Clinical & Reimbursement Policy, to oversee policy accuracy, CMS alignment, and AI-enabled process improvements in US healthcare. You will manage policy lifecycles, interpret NCDs/LCDs, and collaborate with Clinical, Claims, and Compliance teams to ensure accurate claims adjudication and regulatory compliance, while driving automation via LLMs.

This role requires strong vendor management, data analysis, and ability to translate complex rules into actionable

Qualifications

• 5+ years in healthcare claims or reimbursement policy with Medicare Advantage focus.
• Ability to interpret NCDs/LCDs and translate into policy/functional specs.
• Experience leading vendor partnerships and ensuring quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee policy accuracy, regulatory alignment, and policy lifecycle maintenance.
• Lead AI-driven monitoring initiatives and utilize LLMs for research and trend analysis.
• Collaborate with Clinical, Claims, Compliance, Configuration, and Data Science teams.
• Translate regulatory and business requirements into actionable specifications.
• Manage external vendor relationships and conduct data-driven performance reviews.
• Develop proactive monitoring to detect policy changes before impacts claims.
• Analyze dashboards and KPIs to inform strategic decisions and risk management.

Skills

Healthcare claims

Medicare Advantage

Policy lifecycle management

AI-powered monitoring

Vendor management

Data-driven decision making

Regulatory research

Dashboards & analytics

Education

Professional coding certification (CPC/CCS/COC/CIC)

Tools

ChatGPT

Claude

Gemini

Job description

Accountabilities:

As a Business Analyst, Clinical & Reimbursement Policy, you will oversee policy accuracy, regulatory alignment, vendor performance, and the adoption of AI-driven processes. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Manage the full lifecycle of clinical and reimbursement policies, including development, maintenance, review, and updates, ensuring alignment with applicable Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on Medicare guidelines, interpreting and operationalizing National Coverage Determinations (NCDs), Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs), and national coding guidelines.
• Establish a structured policy review framework and maintain a comprehensive project plan to ensure consistent quality and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure all existing clinical and reimbursement policies remain accurate and current as regulations and industry requirements evolve.
• Lead initiatives to automate reimbursement policy monitoring using AI technologies and advanced research tools.
• Use large language models (LLMs), including ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, to conduct in-depth research, identify industry trends, and monitor regulatory developments.
• Develop proactive monitoring and early-detection processes to identify policy changes and potential issues before they affect claims adjudication.
• Manage external vendor relationships and oversee performance related to policy monitoring, research, and accuracy.
• Conduct data-driven vendor performance reviews, establish rigorous quality expectations, and collaborate with external partners to improve workflows.
• Partner with Configuration and Data Science teams to ensure policy requirements are accurately translated into technical rules and reflected in claims adjudication systems.
• Collaborate with Clinical, Claims, and Compliance teams to align policy interpretation, operational execution, and payment accuracy.
• Analyze dashboards, performance indicators, and emerging trends to identify risks, measure policy effectiveness, and inform strategic decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement in policy management, strengthening automation, operational precision, and the reliability of the reimbursement process.
• Establish measurable milestones for policy quality, regulatory compliance, automated monitoring, and the ongoing optimization of claims operations.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in healthcare claims, configuration, or reimbursement policy, with a strong emphasis on Medicare Advantage.
• Extensive knowledge of Medicare regulations and the ability to interpret and operationalize complex clinical policies, NCDs, LCDs, and national coding guidelines.
• A demonstrated ability to manage clinical and reimbursement policy lifecycles and maintain alignment with evolving regulatory requirements.
• Strong interest in AI technologies and practical experience or enthusiasm for using LLMs such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini to improve research, monitoring, and operational workflows.
• Experience managing external vendors or strategic partners, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with demanding accuracy and quality standards.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret dashboards, evaluate trends, and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Familiarity with enterprise claims engines and an understanding of how configuration rules and policy requirements influence claims adjudication accuracy.
• Ability to translate complex regulatory and business requirements into clear, actionable functional specifications.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across Clinical, Claims, Compliance, Configuration, Data Science, and external vendor teams.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach to problem-solving, process improvement, and regulatory research.
• Professional coding certification, such as Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), is preferred.

Benefits:

• Annual base salary ranging from $107,000 to $130,000 USD .
• Equity opportunities and a performance-based bonus program.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Regular compensation reviews.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Remote-first work culture that supports flexibility and collaboration.
• Flexible paid time off.
• No-Meeting Fridays to support focused work and productivity.
• Monthly company holidays.
• Access to mental health resources and initiatives supporting employee well-being.
• Professional development programs, learning opportunities, mentorship, and development funding.
• Regular performance feedback and reviews.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted equity opportunities.
• Reimbursement for home office setup expenses.
• Monthly cell phone and internet stipend.
• Paid parental leave for all new parents.
• Additional programs and resources designed to support financial, physical, and mental well-being.