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Payor Analyst Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Strategy & Analytics Analyst

Denver, CO · On-site

$57K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As an Analyst, you will join the analytics function within Payor Partnerships, providing comprehensive financial, strategic, and analytical support for payor negotiations and strategic planning. This ...

IKC Clinical Programs Analyst

Model, CO · On-site

$57K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Analyst will leverage data and analytics to monitor clinical performance, design and execute ... Support Payor Partner Collaboration: * Build and maintain programs to support reconciliation with ...

Value Based Care, Sr Analyst

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $119K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Posting Date 05/22/2026 2000 16th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States of America The Value Based Care Strategy & Payor Partnerships Sr. Analyst is a key member of this team, with primary ...

Director, Strategy & Special Projects

Denver, CO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Within the Payor Partnerships team, the Strategy function sets the long-term vision of our team and ... Independently structure and lead analytics to support strategic decision-making * Work cross ...

Account Manager, Health Plans

Denver, CO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Knowledge of managed care and the payor landscape, including familiarity with alternative payment models such as value-based programs, risk arrangements, and case rates * Strong analytical and ...

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Payor Analyst information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a payor analyst?

To thrive as a Payor Analyst, you need a solid understanding of healthcare reimbursement, contract analysis, and data analytics, typically supported by a degree in finance, healthcare administration, or a related field. Familiarity with claims processing systems, payer portals, and advanced Excel or data management tools is commonly required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are vital soft skills for interpreting complex data and collaborating with stakeholders. These skills are crucial for maximizing revenue, ensuring compliance, and optimizing payor relationships in a healthcare setting.

What is a payor data analyst?

A payor data analyst is a professional who analyzes healthcare payer data, such as insurance claims and billing information, to identify trends, improve processes, and support financial decision-making. They often use data analysis tools like Excel, SQL, or specialized healthcare software and require strong analytical skills and knowledge of healthcare billing and coding. This role is essential in managing payer relationships and ensuring accurate reimbursement processes.

What does a payor analyst do?

A Payor Analyst is responsible for analyzing and managing relationships between healthcare providers and insurance companies (payors). They review contracts, track payment trends, identify discrepancies in claims, and ensure that reimbursements are accurate and timely. Payor Analysts also provide data-driven insights to help healthcare organizations optimize revenue cycles and negotiate better terms with insurers. Their work supports financial stability and helps resolve issues related to denied or underpaid claims.

How does a payor analyst typically collaborate with other departments to resolve reimbursement issues?

Payor Analysts often work closely with billing, coding, and revenue cycle teams to address reimbursement discrepancies and ensure timely payments from insurance companies. They analyze payment data, investigate denials or underpayments, and coordinate with clinical staff or management to gather necessary documentation. Effective communication and cross-functional teamwork are essential, as Payor Analysts frequently participate in meetings to discuss trends, escalate complex cases, and implement process improvements that benefit the entire organization.

What is a payor analyst job description?

A payor analyst is responsible for managing and analyzing insurance claims, reimbursement processes, and payer contracts to ensure accurate billing and payment. They often use healthcare data systems and require knowledge of insurance policies, coding, and compliance standards to optimize revenue cycle management.
Infographic showing various Payor Analyst job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 85% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Manager, Business Development- Payor Partnerships

DaVita, Inc.

Denver, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago


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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

Posting Date
07/13/2026
2000 16th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States of America
Location: 2000 16th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202 (Hybrid: Tuesday-Thursday in-office)
Manager, Payor Partnerships - Value-Based Care Business Development
About the Team: DaVita's Payor Partnerships team manages an $8B revenue portfolio and a rapidly growing, national value-based care (VBC) business covering over $5B in medical spend. We are a fast-paced team with deep expertise in negotiations, managed care, finance, and consulting, positioned at the center of DaVita's strategic shift toward value-based care.
Within this group, the Business Development function drives our long-term payor relationships and growth strategy. We operate with a shared focus on delivering results, thinking creatively, and having fun.
The Role: As a Manager of Business Development, you are a highly visible, external-facing leader acting as the voice of DaVita in the market. You will directly support our pipeline of national and regional payor accounts, advocating for our Integrated Kidney Care (IKC) value-based care models. This is a unique opportunity for a strong strategic thinker and dealmaker who wants to directly impact both DaVita's revenue and the healthcare system at large.
Core Responsibilities:
  • Drive IKC Growth & Partnerships: Pitch our VBC models to health plans, translating complex clinical and financial concepts into compelling partnership opportunities. Drive the strategy to convert national pipelines, launch our new regional platform, and accelerate new partnerships.

  • Deepen Payor Relationships: Design and execute a sophisticated market engagement strategy. Represent DaVita at key industry conferences, networking events, and high-stakes meetings, helping to build resilient partnerships with senior level payor executives.

  • Refine the External Value Proposition: Develop best-in-class external collateral-including pitch decks, clinical outcomes one-pagers, and white papers-to continuously showcase our differentiated value to the market.

  • Lead Strategic Analytics & Deal Structuring: Independently structure and lead the analytics development required for business cases and strategic decision-making. Create and deliver highly persuasive presentations to both internal executives and external partners.

  • Enable the Team: Enhance onboarding content, leverage CRM capabilities to track key payor milestones, and foster cross-functional collaboration. Mentor and integrate analysts into complex deal work.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in fast-paced, deal-oriented environments such as healthcare strategy, business/corporate development, or consulting (experience with a top-tier consulting firm, provider, or payor highly preferred).

  • Exceptional Executive Presence: Demonstrated gravitas and comfort presenting to, negotiating with, and influencing external Director+ level payor executives.

  • Strategic Problem Solving: Proven ability to bring structure to complex, ambiguous business challenges.

  • Effective Communication: Highly skilled at developing crisp, persuasive, and well-formatted presentations (highly proficient in PowerPoint and Excel).

  • High degree of ownership, accountability, and a "get stuff done" mindset.

  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Additional Success Factors:
  • Thrives on the "sport of deal work" with a natural curiosity and competitive drive to grow the business.

  • Serves as a polished, persuasive external voice capable of navigating complex stakeholder environments with tact.

  • Mission-driven with a commitment to DaVita's core values and a leadership style grounded in empathy and belonging.

What We'll Provide: More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most.
Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out.
Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more.
Professional development: Programs to help strong performers grow, including on-demand virtual leadership courses through DaVita's Star Learning platform.
At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information. You may redact this information from any materials you submit; you will not be penalized for doing so.
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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
The Salary Range for the role is $95,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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DaVita is a healthcare company that provides compassionate, quality healthcare. The company’s mission is to be the Provider, Partner, and Employer of Choice. DaVita serves more than 200,000 dialysis patients in 10 countries outside the U.S. and has over 55,000 teammates in the U.S. Since 2011, DaVita teammates have donated $11 million to local nonprofits and have volunteered over 180,000 hours since 2006. DaVita has been on Fortune’s list of the world’s most admired companies for 15 years in a row.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Denver, CO, US

Year founded

1994