Payment Variance Specialist
Job Title:
Payment Variance Specialist (remote)
Location:
Orlando, FL
Pay range - $21.73-$31.07 - Offers are based on experience.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Reimbursement Analyst to ensure providers are accurately credentialed and reimbursed in alignment with payer contracts and guidelines. In this role, you will analyze professional fee reimbursements, resolve payment variances, and support provider enrollment processes. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across credentialing, contracting, billing, and practice operations teams while playing a key role in driving financial accuracy and operational success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Load provider profiles with managed care payers accurately and timely
- Submit credentialing reports and confirm updates in payer systems
- Enter effective dates and provider numbers into Athena/Epic and MSOW systems
- Review and resolve claim denials related to credentialing and enrollment status
- Analyze and identify payment variances for commercial and government payers
- Communicate with payers to request updates and resolve reimbursement discrepancies
- Review contractual adjustments and categorize variance types for reporting
- Serve as a resource on commercial and government payer rules and reimbursement trends
- Collaborate with billing, credentialing, and contracting teams to optimize processes
- Complete special projects assigned by the Reimbursement Manager
Qualifications:
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years of healthcare reimbursement experience (commercial and government payers)
- Knowledge of reimbursement rules and regulations for commercial and government programs
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and payment variance software
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, business administration, or related field
- Experience with Athena, Epic, and MSOW systems
- Background in claims denial follow-up and provider credentialing processes
Why Join Us?
- Collaborate with a supportive team committed to operational excellence
- Play a key role in driving payment accuracy and provider success
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Apply today and contribute to delivering financial integrity and excellence in healthcare!