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Senior Reimbursement Analyst

Lawrence, MA · On-site

$43.28 - $64.93/hr

As the Senior Reimbursement Analyst, you will be under the direction of the Director of Reimbursement. This position estimates net revenue and prepares analysis and cost reports which are issued to ...

Prior reimbursement or financial reconcilitation experience. * Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently. * Good oral and written skills. * Strong math and computer skills.

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How much do reimbursement analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for reimbursement analyst in the United States is $32.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.72 and $37.74 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a reimbursement analyst?

As a reimbursement analyst, you typically work at a medical facility and analyze patient data to determine reimbursement eligibility. Your duties include examining payer policies, minimizing patient denials, maximizing reimbursement compensation, and producing cost reports. You also work closely with physicians, patients, and other department staff. The career usually requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field and experience with detailed data analysis. Additional qualifications include excellent critical thinking, interpersonal, and mathematical skills.

What is a reimbursement analyst?

A Reimbursement Analyst is a professional who manages and analyzes the processes related to insurance claims, billing, and reimbursement for healthcare providers or organizations. They ensure accurate payment from insurance companies and government programs, review billing codes and documentation, and resolve discrepancies in claims. Reimbursement Analysts play a crucial role in maximizing revenue for healthcare providers by staying updated on payer policies and regulatory changes. Their work helps organizations remain compliant while optimizing reimbursement processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a reimbursement analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Reimbursement Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, knowledge of healthcare billing and reimbursement processes, and a relevant degree in finance, healthcare administration, or a related field. Proficiency with claims management software, Excel, and familiarity with payer systems like Medicare and Medicaid are typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are crucial for accurately interpreting reimbursement policies, ensuring revenue integrity, and maximizing payments for healthcare organizations.

How does a reimbursement analyst typically collaborate with other departments to optimize revenue cycle performance?

A Reimbursement Analyst works closely with billing, coding, finance, and clinical teams to ensure accurate claim submissions and maximize reimbursements from payers. They often analyze reimbursement trends, resolve discrepancies, and provide insights to improve processes. Regular meetings with these departments help identify bottlenecks and implement best practices, fostering a collaborative environment focused on efficient revenue cycle management.

What is the difference between Reimbursement Analyst vs Claims Analyst?

AspectReimbursement AnalystClaims Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in healthcare, finance, or related field; certifications like CPC or CCS beneficialBachelor's degree; certifications like CPC or similar may be preferred
Work EnvironmentHealthcare providers, insurance companies, or government agenciesInsurance companies, healthcare organizations, or third-party administrators
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in healthcare and insurance sectors focusing on reimbursement processesIn insurance and healthcare sectors handling claims processing and review

Reimbursement Analysts and Claims Analysts often share similar educational backgrounds and work environments within healthcare and insurance industries. While Reimbursement Analysts focus on ensuring proper payment and reimbursement processes, Claims Analysts primarily review and process insurance claims. Both roles require attention to detail and knowledge of healthcare billing, making them closely related but distinct in their specific functions.

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Infographic showing various Reimbursement Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,679 per year, or $32.5 per hour.

$5.0K - $8.3K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Process Medicaid and Non-Medicaid cost reports and financial compliance reports for providers.

  • Conduct informal reviews and reconcile cost reports to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.

  • Develop and update cost report instructions, policies, and procedures to support accurate reporting.


Texas Health and Human Services rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

680th of 855 rated public administrative organizations


Job description

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.
Functional Title: Reimbursement Analyst III Job Title: Reimbursement Analyst III Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: HHSC & HHS Rate Analysis LTC Posting Number: 18683 Closing Date: 09/04/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations Salary Range: $5,099.00- $8,304.00 Pay Frequency: MonthlySalary Group: TEXAS-B-23 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Telework: Eligible for Telework Travel: Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST Other Locations: MOS Codes: No military equivalent
Brief Job Description:
The Reimbursement Analyst III position processes Medicaid and Non-Medicaid cost reports under the supervision of the Manger of the Cost Report Team within the Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) section of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Provider Finance Department (PFD).
The position entails complex (senior-level) technical work in the development and processing of provider cost reports or financial compliance reports for Medicaid and other programs, including calculating reconciliations of cost reports for direct care and patient care expense ratios; processing informal review requests and conducting financial reviews; developing new processes and process improvements; and maintaining cost report instructions, worksheets, and policies and procedure documentation.
This position works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative, prioritizing assigned tasks, and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (EJF):
  1. Cost and Financial Compliance Report Informal Reviews (25%): Conducts informal reviews on LTSS cost and financial compliance reports by evaluating the informal review request submitted by the provider and reconciling supporting financial documentation with the adjustments made during HHSC PFD Financial Examination. Ensures informal review adjustments are allowable and processed timely in accordance with Texas Administrative Code rules, program guidelines, and established processes and procedures. Coordinates with the Cost Report Review Unit regarding the results of the informal review. Communicates results of the informal review with stakeholders, including by representing the department in formal appeal hearings.
  2. Cost Report and Financial Compliance Report Reconciliation (20%): Conducts cost and financial compliance report reconciliations necessary to hold providers accountable to State and Federal requirements across programs and initiatives. Communicates results to providers. Maintains applicable reporting deadlines. Ensures cost and financial compliance reports are processed according to established policies and procedures and Texas Administrative Code rules.
  3. Cost Report Instructions and Policy Documentation (20%): Drafts instruction documentation for LTSS cost and financial compliance reports. Ensures documentation details how providers should use HHSC's electronic cost reporting system to complete their cost or financial compliance report. Ensures documentation meets accessibility and plain language requirements and HHSC established communication guidelines. Drafts policy documents for external or internal audiences relating to LTSS cost reporting to ensure compliance with established procedures, requirements, laws, and regulations.
  4. Stakeholder and Staff Communication (10%): Communicates complex information to internal and external parties to provide, exchange, or verify information; answer inquiries; address issues; or resolve problems or complaints. Interfaces with various contracted providers, provider representatives, client advocates, other agency staff, advisory committees, workgroups, attorneys, and other interested parties concerning payment rate policy issues affecting LTSS cost reporting. Participates in public meetings and records and summarizes public testimony regarding PFD initiatives.
  5. Cost Report Development (15%): Works with senior-level teammates to conduct cost report reviews and improvements. Updates cost reports as program and reporting requirements change. Develops new cost reports to meet data collection and reporting requirements for LTSS programs.
  6. Leadership & Oversight (5%): Conducts peer reviews and acts as a resource for junior staff in the completion of informal reviews and reconciliations. Coordinates among teammates to analyze processes and develop process improvements.
  7. Other Duties as Assigned (5%): Performs other work as assigned required to maintain and support the office and HHSC operations.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
None Required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Knowledge of:
  • LTSS cost reporting and financial examination or auditing practices.
  • The Texas Legislative process.
  • Microsoft Word at an advanced level and the use of HHS accessible templates. (Use of Styles to format documents, Table Styles, HHS Reports tab to create and format reports, page and section breaks to format long documents with different page styles, embedding documents, and able to create accessible documents).
  • Microsoft Excel at the intermediate level. (Set up footers, headers, align margins, sort and filter, conditional formatting, insert links, concatenation, able to convert to accessible Adobe Acrobat format).

Skill in:
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, analyze, organize, and communicate significant amounts of complex information with attention to detail, accuracy, professionalism, and diplomacy.
  • Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to evaluate and implement effective alternative solutions.
  • Interpersonal relationships, teamwork, and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with people at various levels of expertise.
  • Communicating clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing with attention to detail.
  • Use of Microsoft Office Suite products (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Visio, and others).

Ability to:
  • Perform and interpret numerical analyses to analyze, evaluate, and summarize financial and management records for accuracy and conformance to procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Collaborate and work well with others with professionalism and diplomacy.
  • Exercise initiative, discretion, and good judgment.
  • Work under limited supervision, exercise independent judgment, set priorities, meet deadlines and adapt to shifting technical and work environmental developments.
  • Manage projects effectively and produce quality work within expected deadlines.
  • Maintain accurate, detailed, and organized documentation of assignments and projects.

INITIAL SCREENING CRITERIA:
  • Graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, statistics, or a related field is required. Experience in Provider Finance or applicable organization may be substituted for education on a one-to-one basis.
  • Experience with financial analysis is required.
  • Experience in developing, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting statistical data for reimbursement analysis, preferred.
  • Experience with policy analysis, preferred.
  • Experience of working with MS Excel, MS Word, and SQL, preferred.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.
ADA Accommodations:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form
Telework Disclaimer:
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.

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