🧾 About the Role
Unpaid claims add up fast—but so do opportunities to recover them. As a Remote Revenue Recovery Specialist at Cognizant, you’ll dig deep into payer underpayments, decode complex billing issues, and use tools like the Advanced Reimbursement Analysis (ARM) system to reclaim revenue. You’ll be part investigator, part negotiator, and all impact—helping to ensure healthcare providers get what they’re owed while staying compliant and efficient.
✅ Position Highlights
• Full-time, 100% Remote (U.S.-based applicants only)
• Reports to: Director of Managed Care, Credentialing, and Denial Prevention
• Annual salary: $50,000–$60,000
• Eligible for performance-based incentive program
• Application deadline: June 27, 2025
📋 What You’ll Own
• Identify and resolve payer underpayments using the ARM tool
• Analyze claim lines for billing errors or contractual discrepancies
• Interpret HCPCS, ICD, and CPT codes across a range of payer types (HMO, PPO, Medicare, etc.)
• Contact payers via portal, phone, or written correspondence to pursue resolution
• Track trends, escalate disputes, and advise leadership on contract inconsistencies
• Serve as an internal subject matter expert on dispute resolution and payment policies
• Monitor payer responsiveness and ensure follow-up until payment is secured
• Maintain full compliance with relevant payer and healthcare regulations
🎯 Must-Have Traits
• High school diploma or GED required
• 3–5 years of experience in Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) and healthcare collections
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills
• Deep understanding of medical billing terminology, modifiers, and coding standards
• Experience working with payer portals and navigating contract provisions
• Organized, persistent, and comfortable working independently
💻 Remote Requirements
• High-speed internet and secure home office setup
• Ability to manage workflows independently and meet performance expectations
• Familiarity with digital tools used in healthcare RCM and payer systems
💡 Why It’s a Win for Remote Job Seekers
• Competitive base salary + incentive bonus
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Paid holidays and generous PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Join a global, innovation-driven company with a solid industry footprint
✍️ Call to Action
If you’re ready to reclaim lost revenue, improve payer accountability, and sharpen your skills in healthcare finance, Cognizant wants to hear from you. Apply by June 27, 2025, and take the next step toward meaningful impact—without leaving your home.