Provider Network Manager

Elevance Health • Nashville, TN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Provider Network Manager Hybrid 1: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. A proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Behavioral Health uses our powerful combination of experience, expertise, dedication and compassion to see what's possible and what's better. Born out of one of the largest healthcare systems organization in the United States, our rich history gives us a unique and valuable perspective on how to solve the most pressing healthcare challenges. The Provider Network Manager develops the provider network through contract negotiations (language and rates), relationship development, and servicing.

Requirements

• Requires a BA/BS degree and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in contracting, provider relations, provider servicing; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Responsibilities

• Primary focus of this role is contracting and negotiating contract terms.
• Typically works with less-complex to complex providers.
• Providers may include, but are not limited to, smaller institutional providers, professional providers with more complex contracts, medical groups, physician groups, small hospitals that are not part of a health system, ancillary providers, providers in areas with increased competition or where greater provider education around managed care concepts is required.
• Contracts may involve non-standard arrangements that require a moderate level of negotiation skills.
• Value based concepts understanding.
• Fee schedules can be customized.
• Works with increased independence and requires increased use of judgment and discretion.
• May work on cross-functional projects requiring collaboration with other key areas.
• Serves as a communication link between professional providers and the company.
• Conducts more complex negotiations and drafts documents.
• Assists in preparing financial projections and conducting analysis as required.

Benefits

• We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level