Job Title: Director of Corporate Reimbursement
Location: Hybrid - Must be commutable to Oceanport, NJ
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Salary Range: $145,000 - $210,000/year

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a Director of Corporate Reimbursement to oversee the development, completion, and submission of Medicare and Medicaid cost reports for the health system. This hands-on leadership position requires an expert who can independently complete cost reports, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize reimbursement strategies across all hospitals within the system.
This is a senior-level, hybrid position based in Oceanport, NJ, with both remote and onsite responsibilities. Candidates must have prior experience working in a hospital or hospital system setting and must be able to complete cost reports themselves.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Health Administration.
• Minimum 10 years of experience completing Medicare and Medicaid cost reports.
• Direct hospital or health system experience is non-negotiable.
• In-depth knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations and GAAP.
• Hands-on experience preparing and submitting Medicare and Medicaid cost reports.
• Strong leadership, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and financial data systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• HFMA Certification
• Prior experience with NJ Medicaid reimbursement programs
• Experience managing a reimbursement team in a large health system

SOFT SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES:

• High attention to detail
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple deadlines
• Independent and proactive problem solver
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal communication

• Prepare and file Medicare and Medicaid cost reports for all our hospitals.
• Lead completion and review of the NJ Acute Care Hospital (SHARE) cost reports.
• Submit DSH, Medicare Bad Debts, Wage Index, and Geographic Reclassification projects.
• Respond to state and federal audits, adjustments, and appeals.
• Monitor and evaluate changes in reimbursement regulations to maximize revenue.
• Assist with Medicare 855A/Medicaid forms, CHOW, and annual DSH surveys.
• Supervise and train Financial Analysts and Senior Analysts on key reimbursement tasks.
• Validate and manage third-party receivables/payables in compliance with GAAP.
• Coordinate with hospital finance teams to collect data (e.g., A-6 reclasses, time studies).
• Provide strategic insight to senior leadership on reimbursement and revenue opportunities.