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Provider Contracting Lead Analyst - Richmond/McLean, VA market - Hybrid

Cigna, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214

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WORK LOCATION:

supports our

Virginia market

- Preferred candidate to live in either

Richmond or McLean, VA area

Hybrid position - will need to work in the office or visit Providers 3 days per week

The

Provider Contracting Lead Analyst

serves as an integral member of the Provider Contracting Team and reports to the Contracting Manager or Market Lead. This role assists and supports the day to day contracting and network activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages submission process of contracting and negotiations for fee for service with physicians, ancillaries and hospitals

Supports the development and management of value-based relationships

Builds and maintains relationships that nurture provider partnerships to support the local market strategy

Initiates and maintains effective channels of communication with matrix partners including but not limited to, Claims Operations, Medical Management. Credentialing, Legal, Medical Economics, Compliance, Sales and Marketing and Service

Supports strategic positioning for provider contracting, assists in the development of networks and helps identify opportunities for greater value-orientation

Contributes to the development of alternative network initiatives. Supports analytics required for the network solution

Works to meet unit cost targets, while preserving an adequate network, to achieve and maintain Cigna's competitive position

Supports initiatives that improve total medical cost and quality

Drives change with external provider partners by offering consultative expertise to assist with total medical cost initiatives

Prepares, analyzes, reviews, and projects financial impact of provider contracts and alternate contract terms

Creates “HCP” agreements that meet internal operational standards and external provider expectations. Ensures the accurate implementation, and administration through matrix partners

Assists in resolving provider service complaints. Researches problems and negotiates with internal/external partners/customers to resolve escalated issues

Manages provider relationships and is accountable for critical interface with providers and business staff

Demonstrates knowledge of providers in an assigned geographic area through understanding the interrelationships as well as the competitive landscape

Responsible for accurate and timely contract loading and submissions and interface with matrix partners for network implementation and maintenance

Other duties, as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree strongly preferred in the areas of Finance, Economics, Healthcare or Business related. Significant industry experience will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor degree

1+ years of Provider Contracting and Negotiating for Healthcare Hospital/Provider/Ancillary group experience required

1+ years prior Provider Servicing/Provider Relations experience strongly preferred

Experience in developing and managing relationships

Understanding and experience with hospital, managed care, and provider business models a plus

Team player with proven ability to develop strong working relationships within a fast-paced, matrix organization

The ability to influence audiences through strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience with formal presentations

Customer centric and interpersonal skills are required

Demonstrates an ability to maneuver effectively in a changing environment

Demonstrates problem solving, decision-making, negotiating skills, contract language and financial acumen

Proficient with Microsoft Office tools required

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

About Cigna Healthcare Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.

The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

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