Epic Contract Build Analyst - Remote
Optum · Concord, CA · 1 mo ago
Analyst$73k–$130k/yrFull-time
Primary Responsibilities
- Translate payer contract terms, reimbursement methodologies, and fee schedules into Epic system configuration
- Design, build, and maintain hospital (HB) and professional (PB) contracts within Epic
- Configure reimbursement logic including DRG, APC, case rates, percentage of charge, and fee schedules
- Perform contract build validation through structured testing and expected reimbursement analysis
- Identify and resolve discrepancies between expected reimbursement (Epay) and actual payer payments
- Support production issues, including root cause analysis and resolution of contract build defects
- Conduct peer reviews and participate in quality assurance processes for contract accuracy
- Collaborate with contracting, finance, and revenue cycle teams to clarify contract intent and ensure alignment
- Support contract implementations, system upgrades, and ongoing maintenance activities
- Maintain detailed documentation to support audit, compliance, and governance requirements
Required Qualifications
- Epic certification in Epic HB and PB Contracts
- 3+ years of hands-on experience building or maintaining payer contracts in Epic
- 3+ years of experience with contract modeling, expected reimbursement (Epay), or variance analysis
- Proven solid analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to troubleshoot payment discrepancies
Key Competencies
- Attention to detail with strong focus on accuracy
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration
- Ability to interpret complex contract language and translate into system logic
- Solid analytical mindset with focus on continuous improvement