Clinical Trial Contract Analyst - Medicare Coverage Analysis

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GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Responsible for the Medicare Coverage Analysis (MCA) for sponsored projects within WPAHS, budget development and contract negotiations.

Will configure studies in a Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS), to guide users in accurate data recording to prevent billing errors, ensuring data integrity and compliance.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for supporting management in the completion and tracking of MCA's. Reviews protocols, informed consent forms, contracts, Notices of Grant Award, FDA letters in the Conduct of an MCA. A key responsibility is the creation, revision and management of spreadsheets related to Medicare coverage analysis and compliance with Medicare rules and regulations. (60%)
• Use MCA analysis to develop study budgets and negotiate contracts with sponsors to ensure maximum reimbursements to AHN. (25%)
• Meet with research teams (Principal Investigators and study coordinators) to review MCA analysis, study budgets and contracts. (5%)
• Coordinate with other service departments to determine appropriate service/cpt codes for use in the MCA billing grid. (5%)
• Work closely with the clinical trial billing team to ensure that MCA is accurate, and make modifications if needed. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Two years’ experience within a health care or clinical setting
• Advanced experience using spreadsheet and word processing applications
• Knowledge of regulations regarding the protection of human subjects in clinical research
• Knowledge of medical terminology

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or related field or equivalent experience
• Experience as a Research Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator, Clinical Research Associate, Coding Professional or related field
• Proven experience in a research-related role such as a Research Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator, Clinical Research Associate, or Coding Professional.
• Hands-on experience using a Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS) for data management, tracking, and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex information from clinical trial protocols to ensure compliance and accurate data collection.

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