**JOB SUMMARY** The Risk Adjustment Analyst Sr (Texas Medicaid Encounter Analyst) is responsible for monitoring and oversight of the end-to-end encounter management workflow. Supports program management activities around risk adjustment data management and submissions to government agencies such as Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) or Health & Human Services (HHS). **SALARY (BASED OFF OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE)** The pay range for this position is $36.80 (entry-level qualifications) - $57.03 (highly experienced) The rate will depend upon the successful candidate’s qualifications and prior experience. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE** + Monitors and oversees the end-to-end claims encounter management workflow. + Analyzes claims and supplemental data to identify reporting gaps, risk gaps, or sources of incorrect and incomplete diagnostic data. + Performs analysis and reporting activities related to risk score calculation, encounter data submission, chart review programs and audits, and related performance metrics per regulatory and health plan guidelines. + Using data from internal and external sources, analyzes complex encounter inbound/outbound process issues to provide insight to decision-makers. + Researches and documents encounter errors in established systems and databases with appropriate statistical trend analysis + Performs root cause analysis of encounters processing and submission issues and develops recommendations based on data and industry standards. + Performs various financial analysis such as revenue forecasting and ROI. + Contributes to program improvement by designing and implementing business process and system changes, collaborating to resolve encounter data and process issues and managing policy and procedure documentation. **KEY SUCCESS FACTORS** + Advanced knowledge of SQL, MS Excel, MS Access, MS Word, MS Visio and MS PowerPoint. + Using SQL, able to design and run intermediate to complex queries and reports from multiple databases. + Able to independently gather, interpret and analyze data for the purpose of identifying trends, problems and opportunities for improvement. + Detailed knowledge of ICD_10, HCPCS, CPT Codes, Revenue Codes, UB04 and HCFA 1500 claim forms. + Proficient understanding of electronic processing of 837 and 835 as required. + Must have thorough knowledge of complex claim processing. + Knowledge of ACA, Medicaid, MCO, TPA business requirements preferred + Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a timely and accurate manner. + Able to work under pressure, adhere to deadlines and know when to escalate information and issues. + Highly motivated and able to work with minimal guidance, independently and as a team participant. + Outstanding verbal and written communications skills with the ability to communicate clearly to all levels of an organization. + Ability to work in a high paced environment independently and with cross functional groups. + Knowledge of ACA, Medicare, Medicaid, MCO, TPA business requirements preferred. + Experience with healthcare encounters, enrollment and pharmacy data preferred. **BENEFITS** Our competitive benefits package includes the following- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%- Tuition Reimbursement- PTO accrual beginning Day 1Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level **QUALIFICATIONS** + EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification + EXPERIENCE - 3 Years of Experience + 3 years of Medical Claim Experience in claim processing and/or insurance billing + 2 years of Medical Claim Encounter Experience + Healthcare billing + Texas Medicaid guidelines/billing knowledge + Expert in Excel (Pivot tables, importing data, sorting data, etc.) + Expert with SQL programming As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.