OPT Reimbursement Analyst Jobs
Reimbursement Analyst roles sit at the intersection of healthcare billing, insurance claims, and regulatory compliance, making them a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in health administration, finance, or business. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, supporting both standard 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM extension.
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- Assist with plans and prepares revenue analysis for system wide programs, projects and services, and monitors revenue budgets and benchmarking activities. Acts as support for all system intermediary data requests, audits and exit conferences.
- Assists in preparation and provides necessary information required for the completion of system wide external financial audits, and Medicare and Medicaid interim and year-end cost reports. Assists with coordination of the year-end system financial audit with external auditors and reimbursement staff. Develops and maintains appropriate relationships with the Fiscal Intermediary and external auditors.
- Prepares analysis and assists in making recommendations to ensure that all regulatory reviews are completed accurately and on time.
- Participates in the development and preparation of the system wide budgeting for Gross and Net Patient Revenue to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with accounting standards.
- Analyzes and reviews the monthly accounts receivable valuation and provides recommendations to ensure optimal reimbursement. Understands and oversees the tools used for calculation.
- Develops and provides coordination for the system wide monthly closing process with respect to Medicare/Medicaid liabilities and the allowances on patient receivables.
- Monitors processes to ensure accurate payment for Medicare/Medicaid and monitors interim payments to determine accuracy, appropriateness and potential liability. Requests adjustments from United Government Services (UGS) and updates internal systems.
- Develops and applies an understanding of Medicare and Medicaid regulations pertaining to current and proposed reimbursement and works directly with Government Affairs and external consultants to provide needed expertise.
- Coordinates, with the Financial Planning department(s), the preparation of System budgets as they pertain to third party reimbursement. Provides support to Financial Planning in the development of retrospective financial review and pro forma development.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
- None Required.
Education Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field.
Experience Required:
- Typically requires 3 years of experience in reimbursement that includes experiences in preparation of Medicare/Medicaid cost reports, regulations and the analysis, modeling and reporting of third party payers.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Demonstrated expertise with Medicare and Medicaid regulations in a health care or federal intermediary setting.
- Knowledge and understanding of third party regulations and the interrelationship of financial statements to not only comply with regulations but to maximize and develop strategies to increase the organization's reimbursement rate with ongoing changes.
- Demonstrates strong initiative and produces high quality analytical results. Able to perform tasks independently.
- Strong accounting background with experience in preparing and/or reviewing health care financial statements which are required to perform accurate account analysis.
- Strong proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access), software systems, data management tools or similar products.
- Proficiency in data mining and analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to work and function in a complex environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate revenue cycle issues to all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, produce high quality results, and perform assigned activities in an independent manner. Self-motivated and capable of carrying a project through to successful completion.
Preferred:
- Advanced Excel skills
- Accounting skills
- Healthcare experience
- PowerBI experience
- Analytic tools in Epic; Slicer/Dicer and/or Reporting Workbench
- Accounts receivable experience
- Ledger entry experience
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Must be able to sit the majority of the workday.
- Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally.
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
- Exposed to normal office environment.
- This position requires travel, so will be exposed to weather and road conditions.
LI-remote
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assist with plans and prepares revenue analysis for system wide programs, projects and services, and monitors revenue budgets and benchmarking activities. Acts as support for all system intermediary data requests, audits and exit conferences.
- Assists in preparation and provides necessary information required for the completion of system wide external financial audits, and Medicare and Medicaid interim and year-end cost reports. Assists with coordination of the year-end system financial audit with external auditors and reimbursement staff. Develops and maintains appropriate relationships with the Fiscal Intermediary and external auditors.
- Prepares analysis and assists in making recommendations to ensure that all regulatory reviews are completed accurately and on time.
- Participates in the development and preparation of the system wide budgeting for Gross and Net Patient Revenue to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with accounting standards.
- Analyzes and reviews the monthly accounts receivable valuation and provides recommendations to ensure optimal reimbursement. Understands and oversees the tools used for calculation.
- Develops and provides coordination for the system wide monthly closing process with respect to Medicare/Medicaid liabilities and the allowances on patient receivables.
- Monitors processes to ensure accurate payment for Medicare/Medicaid and monitors interim payments to determine accuracy, appropriateness and potential liability. Requests adjustments from United Government Services (UGS) and updates internal systems.
- Develops and applies an understanding of Medicare and Medicaid regulations pertaining to current and proposed reimbursement and works directly with Government Affairs and external consultants to provide needed expertise.
- Coordinates, with the Financial Planning department(s), the preparation of System budgets as they pertain to third party reimbursement. Provides support to Financial Planning in the development of retrospective financial review and pro forma development.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
- None Required.
Education Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field.
Experience Required:
- Typically requires 3 years of experience in reimbursement that includes experiences in preparation of Medicare/Medicaid cost reports, regulations and the analysis, modeling and reporting of third party payers.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Demonstrated expertise with Medicare and Medicaid regulations in a health care or federal intermediary setting.
- Knowledge and understanding of third party regulations and the interrelationship of financial statements to not only comply with regulations but to maximize and develop strategies to increase the organization's reimbursement rate with ongoing changes.
- Demonstrates strong initiative and produces high quality analytical results. Able to perform tasks independently.
- Strong accounting background with experience in preparing and/or reviewing health care financial statements which are required to perform accurate account analysis.
- Strong proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access), software systems, data management tools or similar products.
- Proficiency in data mining and analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to work and function in a complex environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate revenue cycle issues to all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, produce high quality results, and perform assigned activities in an independent manner. Self-motivated and capable of carrying a project through to successful completion.
Preferred:
- Advanced Excel skills
- Accounting skills
- Healthcare experience
- PowerBI experience
- Analytic tools in Epic; Slicer/Dicer and/or Reporting Workbench
- Accounts receivable experience
- Ledger entry experience
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Must be able to sit the majority of the workday.
- Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally.
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
- Exposed to normal office environment.
- This position requires travel, so will be exposed to weather and road conditions.
LI-remote
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Reimbursement Analyst
Confirm your degree supports the specialty occupation standard
Reimbursement Analyst roles typically require a degree in health administration, finance, accounting, or business. Before applying, verify your degree field aligns with the job description to support both your OPT authorization and a future H-1B visa petition.
Target employers with established healthcare billing departments
Large hospital systems, insurance carriers, and revenue cycle management firms file H-1B petitions regularly. These employers have immigration infrastructure in place, making the transition from OPT to sponsored status significantly more straightforward than smaller healthcare practices.
Highlight coding certifications and software proficiency
Employers hiring on OPT want candidates who can contribute immediately. Certifications in CPT or ICD-10 coding, and proficiency with tools like Epic or Meditech, signal readiness and reduce the perceived risk of sponsoring an international candidate.
Apply before your OPT start date to account for processing time
OPT authorization can take 90 days or more to process. Apply for positions two to three months before your program end date so your EAD arrives before you need to start, avoiding gaps that could complicate your employment timeline.
Address your OPT timeline directly in interviews
Proactively explaining that you have 12 months of OPT, with a potential 24-month STEM extension, gives employers a clear picture of your work authorization window and reduces hesitation about offering you a full-time reimbursement role.
Understand which STEM CIP codes apply to your degree
STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code. Finance and information systems degrees often qualify. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before targeting roles that assume a 36-month total OPT window.
Reimbursement Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Reimbursement Analyst on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Reimbursement Analyst positions generally qualify as specialty occupations under OPT rules because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as health administration, finance, or business. Your EAD card authorizes full-time employment in a role directly related to your degree, which Reimbursement Analyst work typically satisfies.
Do Reimbursement Analyst jobs qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
They can, depending on your degree. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in a STEM-designated field such as health informatics, information systems, or finance and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you may qualify for the 24-month extension. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your designated school official before assuming eligibility.
Where can I find Reimbursement Analyst jobs that offer OPT sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, so you can browse Reimbursement Analyst openings without manually screening each employer. Large hospital networks, revenue cycle management companies, and national insurance carriers are the most consistent sources of sponsored roles in this field.
Will employers sponsor me for an H-1B after my OPT ends?
Many large healthcare employers and revenue cycle firms do sponsor H-1B petitions for Reimbursement Analysts, particularly after seeing performance during the OPT period. The role's alignment with the specialty occupation standard makes it a defensible H-1B petition. Smaller practices are less likely to have the legal infrastructure to support sponsorship.
What degree is required for a Reimbursement Analyst role on OPT?
Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in health administration, health information management, finance, accounting, or business administration. Your degree field must be directly related to the position to satisfy OPT's requirement that employment align with your program of study. A mismatch between your degree and the job description can jeopardize both your OPT status and a future H-1B petition.