Overview The Director, Managed Care Contracting is responsible for utilizing business and industry expertise, accepts responsibility for all activities in the Managed Care department applying to and ...
Overview The Director, Managed Care Contracting is responsible for utilizing business and industry expertise, accepts responsibility for all activities in the Managed Care department applying to and ...
Job Summary The Director of Managed Care Contracting plays a critical role in supporting Augusta Health's mission and advancing departmental goals through measurable performance indicators and ...
Job Summary The Director of Managed Care Contracting plays a critical role in supporting Augusta Health's mission and advancing departmental goals through measurable performance indicators and ...
Director, Managed Care Contracting
$58.83 - $99.07/hr
Job Summary The Director of Managed Care Contracting plays a critical role in supporting Augusta Health's mission and advancing departmental goals through measurable performance indicators and ...
Director, Managed Care Contracting
$58.83 - $99.07/hr
Job Summary The Director of Managed Care Contracting plays a critical role in supporting Augusta Health's mission and advancing departmental goals through measurable performance indicators and ...
Job Summary The Director of Managed Care Contracting provides strategic leadership for the hospital's payor contracting and Revenue Integrity functions; driving initiatives that optimize ...
Job Summary The Director of Managed Care Contracting provides strategic leadership for the hospital's payor contracting and Revenue Integrity functions; driving initiatives that optimize ...
DIRECTOR, MANAGED CARE CONTRACTING
Santa Clarita, CA · On-site
$107K - $172K/yr
... are insurance field with experience in the negotiation and management of payer contracts and analytics. * Preferred ten (10) years progressive hospital payer contracting experience, Direct payer ...
DIRECTOR, MANAGED CARE CONTRACTING
Santa Clarita, CA · On-site
$107K - $172K/yr
... are insurance field with experience in the negotiation and management of payer contracts and analytics. * Preferred ten (10) years progressive hospital payer contracting experience, Direct payer ...
Director, Managed Care
Fremont, CA · On-site
$196K - $294K/yr
Director, Managed Care Contracting Position Summary The Director, Managed Care Contracting, contributes to WHHS' growth and profitability by providing contracting expertise to existing and new ...
Director, Managed Care
Fremont, CA · On-site
$196K - $294K/yr
Director, Managed Care Contracting Position Summary The Director, Managed Care Contracting, contributes to WHHS' growth and profitability by providing contracting expertise to existing and new ...
Director, Managed Care
Fremont, CA · On-site
$196K - $294K/yr
Director, Managed Care Contracting Position Summary The Director, Managed Care Contracting, contributes to WHHS' growth and profitability by providing contracting expertise to existing and new ...
Director, Managed Care
Fremont, CA · On-site
$196K - $294K/yr
Director, Managed Care Contracting Position Summary The Director, Managed Care Contracting, contributes to WHHS' growth and profitability by providing contracting expertise to existing and new ...
Director, Managed Care Contracting (Up to $220k plus bonus)
Valencia, CA · On-site
$130K - $220K/yr
Director, Managed Care Contracting Location: Greater Los Angeles, CA Worksite: In office Employment Type: Full Time Compensation: $130k to $220k plus bonus FocusPoint - Confidential Healthcare Client ...
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Director, Managed Care Contracting (Up to $220k plus bonus)
Valencia, CA · On-site
$130K - $220K/yr
Director, Managed Care Contracting Location: Greater Los Angeles, CA Worksite: In office Employment Type: Full Time Compensation: $130k to $220k plus bonus FocusPoint - Confidential Healthcare Client ...
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Director, Managed Care
Nashville, TN · On-site
VMG Health is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director, Managed Care to lead complex payer contracting and reimbursement engagements for hospitals, health systems, physician groups ...
Director, Managed Care
Nashville, TN · On-site
VMG Health is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director, Managed Care to lead complex payer contracting and reimbursement engagements for hospitals, health systems, physician groups ...
... and direct to employer solutions. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose In collaboration with leadership, the Managed Care Contracting Manager manages and leads the contract negotiations with the ...
... and direct to employer solutions. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose In collaboration with leadership, the Managed Care Contracting Manager manages and leads the contract negotiations with the ...
Affordable and comprehensive benefits package The Managed Care Contracting Manager manages the execution, and administration of managed care agreements. Supports contract negotiations with our major ...
Affordable and comprehensive benefits package The Managed Care Contracting Manager manages the execution, and administration of managed care agreements. Supports contract negotiations with our major ...
Affordable and comprehensive benefits package The Managed Care Contracting Manager manages the execution, and administration of managed care agreements. Supports contract negotiations with our major ...
Affordable and comprehensive benefits package The Managed Care Contracting Manager manages the execution, and administration of managed care agreements. Supports contract negotiations with our major ...
Director, Managed Care
$150K - $190K/yr
The Director, Managed Care is responsible for strategic partnerships with Managed Care ... Ensures timely and accurate setup and ongoing maintenance of contracts with contracted entities ...
Director, Managed Care
$150K - $190K/yr
The Director, Managed Care is responsible for strategic partnerships with Managed Care ... Ensures timely and accurate setup and ongoing maintenance of contracts with contracted entities ...
This position provides support to Patient Access, Patient Accounting, and Finance Directors to ... Minimum of five (5) years of experience in payer contracting, provider contracting, managed care ...
This position provides support to Patient Access, Patient Accounting, and Finance Directors to ... Minimum of five (5) years of experience in payer contracting, provider contracting, managed care ...
Contract Manager, Managed Care Contracting
$88K - $118K/yr
... from the Director, Legal, Finance, and other departments as appropriate, is responsible for ... direct managed care-contracting experience, with emphasis on analyzing and negotiating risk ...
Contract Manager, Managed Care Contracting
$88K - $118K/yr
... from the Director, Legal, Finance, and other departments as appropriate, is responsible for ... direct managed care-contracting experience, with emphasis on analyzing and negotiating risk ...
Managed Care Executive
Columbus, OH · On-site
$80K - $120K/yr
Manager, Managed Care Contracting Salary: 80k to 120k Organization: Strategic Health Care Managed Care Solutions Position Title: Managed Care Executive Reports To: Partner, Managed Care Division ...
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Managed Care Executive
Columbus, OH · On-site
$80K - $120K/yr
Manager, Managed Care Contracting Salary: 80k to 120k Organization: Strategic Health Care Managed Care Solutions Position Title: Managed Care Executive Reports To: Partner, Managed Care Division ...
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The Senior Managed Care Contracting Specialist provides proactive leadership for managed care operations and Joint Operating Committees (JOCs) while supporting contract performance, education, and ...
The Senior Managed Care Contracting Specialist provides proactive leadership for managed care operations and Joint Operating Committees (JOCs) while supporting contract performance, education, and ...
Managed Care Contracting Associate Director
Boston, MA · On-site
$152K - $228K/yr
The Managed Care Contracting Associate Director will provide leadership and management oversight of Market Access Contract processes by facilitating pre- and post-deal analytics, negotiation, and ...
Managed Care Contracting Associate Director
Boston, MA · On-site
$152K - $228K/yr
The Managed Care Contracting Associate Director will provide leadership and management oversight of Market Access Contract processes by facilitating pre- and post-deal analytics, negotiation, and ...
Managed Care Director
Trevose, PA · On-site
Overview The Managed Care Director is responsible for developing and executing payer contracting, reimbursement, and value-based care strategies for assigned practices within The US Oncology Network.
Managed Care Director
Trevose, PA · On-site
Overview The Managed Care Director is responsible for developing and executing payer contracting, reimbursement, and value-based care strategies for assigned practices within The US Oncology Network.
Manager, Managed Care Contracting & Operations
Fairfield, CA · On-site
$130K - $150K/yr
... Managed Care Services possesses both operational management and negotiating skills. The leader is responsible for payor strategy, contracting, reimbursement and communicating potential threats to ...
Manager, Managed Care Contracting & Operations
Fairfield, CA · On-site
$130K - $150K/yr
... Managed Care Services possesses both operational management and negotiating skills. The leader is responsible for payor strategy, contracting, reimbursement and communicating potential threats to ...
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How much do director managed care contracting jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for director managed care contracting in the United States is $134,799.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director managed care contracting?
To excel as a Director Managed Care Contracting, you need expertise in healthcare finance, contract negotiation, and analytics, along with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or a related field. Familiarity with contract management software, claims adjudication systems, and reimbursement modeling tools is often required. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to build relationships across organizations are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies enable effective negotiation, organizational alignment, and the successful management of complex payer-provider agreements.
What are the most common challenges faced by directors of managed care contracting?
One of the main challenges in this role is balancing the financial objectives of your organization with the requirements and demands of various payers, such as insurance companies and government programs. Navigating frequent regulatory changes, managing competitive reimbursement rates, and coordinating with multiple internal departments can add complexity to negotiations. Directors of Managed Care Contracting also need to track and analyze contract performance to ensure organizational profitability. This position often involves working in cross-functional teams and requires strong communication and problem-solving skills to address both expected and unexpected challenges.
What is a director managed care contracting?
A Director of Managed Care Contracting is responsible for negotiating, managing, and optimizing contracts between healthcare providers and insurance companies or other payers. They analyze reimbursement structures, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop strategies to maximize financial performance. This role requires strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship management skills to secure favorable contract terms. Additionally, they collaborate with internal stakeholders to align contract terms with organizational goals and ensure operational efficiency.
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Job description
Overview
The Director, Managed Care Contracting is responsible for utilizing business and industry expertise, accepts responsibility for all activities in the Managed Care department applying to and impacting WakeMed facilities' managed care contracts including budgeting, analysis, contract modeling, negotiation meetings and monitoring and reporting of payor contracts' compliance. Directs organizations efforts at building relationships with area managed care plans. Directly manages and develops a portfolio of managed care contracts. Directs contracting strategy for hospitals, Healthplexes, hospital outpatient departments, Home Health and Rehab divisions. Develops payment models for facility managed care contracts. Oversees facility what-if modeling analysis performed in STRATA modeling tool. Oversees the following noncontracting Managed Care responsibilities: hospital contract loading in EPIC, hospital payment variances, facility credentialing. Works with CFO, Vice President of Finance, Finance Directors and financial analysts to analyze feasibility of different payment methodologies/utilization patterns and the impact on WakeMed. Monitors market trends and competitive managed care products to develop strategy recommendations. Works with WakeMed's accountable care organization to coordinate contracting efforts and outcomes beneficial to WakeMed providers. When requested, interfaces with external and third party auditors; prepares and defends contract questions and challenges; maintains quality of work and creates value through knowledge and experience with governmental regulations and processes. Adheres to service and workforce excellence by maintaining knowledge of third-party regulations (CMS, NCDHHS, DOI, etc.) for all payors, including governmental and commercial payors. Oversees problem solving related to contract terms, payment promptness, payor-member issues, and physician-payor relations. Works closely with other Finance teams to ensure reported data is reliable. Plans and organizes activities for personnel to ensure deadlines and goals are met. Supervises and trains staff to improve and maintain the accuracy and timeliness of contacts.
Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org .
EOE
Licensure
Certified Healthcare Financial Professional Or Certified Public Accountant Or Certified Revenue Cycle Representative Preferred
Education
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration Or Healthcare Management Or Accounting Required - With College Courses Finance Required - And Master's Degree Related Field Preferred
Experience
10 Years Managed Care Contracting Required - And 5 Years Healthcare - Multi-Hospital System Preferred
The Director, Managed Care Contracting is responsible for utilizing business and industry expertise, accepts responsibility for all activities in the Managed Care department applying to and impacting WakeMed facilities' managed care contracts including budgeting, analysis, contract modeling, negotiation meetings and monitoring and reporting of payor contracts' compliance. Directs organizations efforts at building relationships with area managed care plans. Directly manages and develops a portfolio of managed care contracts. Directs contracting strategy for hospitals, Healthplexes, hospital outpatient departments, Home Health and Rehab divisions. Develops payment models for facility managed care contracts. Oversees facility what-if modeling analysis performed in STRATA modeling tool. Oversees the following noncontracting Managed Care responsibilities: hospital contract loading in EPIC, hospital payment variances, facility credentialing. Works with CFO, Vice President of Finance, Finance Directors and financial analysts to analyze feasibility of different payment methodologies/utilization patterns and the impact on WakeMed. Monitors market trends and competitive managed care products to develop strategy recommendations. Works with WakeMed's accountable care organization to coordinate contracting efforts and outcomes beneficial to WakeMed providers. When requested, interfaces with external and third party auditors; prepares and defends contract questions and challenges; maintains quality of work and creates value through knowledge and experience with governmental regulations and processes. Adheres to service and workforce excellence by maintaining knowledge of third-party regulations (CMS, NCDHHS, DOI, etc.) for all payors, including governmental and commercial payors. Oversees problem solving related to contract terms, payment promptness, payor-member issues, and physician-payor relations. Works closely with other Finance teams to ensure reported data is reliable. Plans and organizes activities for personnel to ensure deadlines and goals are met. Supervises and trains staff to improve and maintain the accuracy and timeliness of contacts.
Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org .
EOE
Licensure
Certified Healthcare Financial Professional Or Certified Public Accountant Or Certified Revenue Cycle Representative Preferred
Education
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration Or Healthcare Management Or Accounting Required - With College Courses Finance Required - And Master's Degree Related Field Preferred
Experience
10 Years Managed Care Contracting Required - And 5 Years Healthcare - Multi-Hospital System Preferred
About WakeMed
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Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.
Industry
Health care and social assistance
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Raleigh, NC, US
Year founded
1961