Payment Accuracy Specialist 2

**This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Payment Accuracy Specialist 2 based in the United States.** This remote position offers the opportunity to contribute to healthcare payment integrity by identifying billing inaccuracies, improving audit processes, and helping organizations recover inappropriate payments. The role combines healthcare expertise, data analysis, and investigative skills to uncover complex payment issues and deliver accurate audit findings. You will work with large datasets, healthcare claims, reimbursement policies, and compliance requirements while collaborating with audit, engineering, and business teams. As a skilled resource, you will support process improvements, mentor colleagues, and help develop innovative audit approaches. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals who enjoy solving problems and making a measurable impact on healthcare operations. ### Accountabilities - Perform advanced healthcare payment audits by analyzing claims data, identifying discrepancies, and documenting valid recovery opportunities. - Develop, evaluate, and improve audit concepts focused on payment accuracy, contract compliance, reimbursement policies, provider billing, and claim adjudication. - Review complex reports, client data, contracts, and reimbursement methodologies to identify potential overpayments or underpayments. - Utilize audit platforms, reporting tools, databases, and advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities to conduct investigations and validate findings. - Create and maintain custom queries, reports, and audit workflows while collaborating with technical teams to improve tools and processes. - Ensure audit findings are accurate, well-documented, and supported with clear explanations for clients and internal stakeholders. - Respond to claim inquiries and disputes by providing detailed validation and professional written documentation. - Mentor and train less experienced team members, sharing knowledge, audit techniques, and best practices. - Identify opportunities for new audit concepts, process enhancements, automation improvements, and technology-driven efficiencies. - Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations, confidentiality requirements, and HIPAA standards while handling sensitive information. ## Requirements - High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. - 4–6 years of relevant healthcare industry experience, including claims, reimbursement, provider contracts, payment integrity, or auditing. - Strong understanding of healthcare payment processes, claim adjustments, reimbursement policies, and regulatory requirements. - Experience analyzing large datasets, identifying trends, detecting anomalies, and developing evidence-based audit conclusions. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access. - Previous SQL experience strongly preferred, along with familiarity working with databases and reporting tools. - Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and professional judgment. - Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining productivity and quality standards. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex findings clearly. - Strong collaboration skills and ability to contribute effectively within a remote team environment. - Ability to maintain a secure home workspace with reliable high-speed internet connectivity. ## Benefits - Competitive hourly compensation ranging from **$29.00 to $34.25 per hour**, depending on experience, education, skills, certifications, and business needs. - Eligibility for discretionary bonus consideration. - Remote work opportunity within the United States. - Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. - Disability and life insurance benefits. - 401(k) savings plan. - Paid family leave and paid holidays. - Gener…