Healthcare Fraud Senior Manager, Special Investigations Unit (SIU)

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Position Summary
The Special Investigations Unit is seeking a Sr. Manager to lead our new ASO investigations team.

The Healthcare Fraud Senior Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing fraud detection, investigation, and prevention efforts to safeguard the organization’s resources and reduce healthcare costs. This role involves leading a team of investigators working closely with internal and external stakeholders and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The Senior Manager develops strategies to mitigate fraud risks, analyzes complex data to identify potential fraud schemes, and directs investigations to resolve issues effectively.

*This is a hybrid role that will require to go into any office location three times a week. Hartford location or East Coast hub locations preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead and mentor a team (approximately 5) of fraud investigators, analysts, and other staff, providing guidance and support in fraud detection and prevention efforts.

• Establish team goals, monitor performance, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

Fraud Detection and Prevention:

• Work closely with analytics team to contribute to the development of fraud detection strategies using data analytics, machine learning, and other advanced techniques to identify patterns of fraudulent behavior. 

• Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in the organization’s processes and implement measures to mitigate these risks.  Design and manage proactive fraud prevention programs to minimize exposure to fraudulent activities. 

Investigation Management:

• Direct and oversee complex investigations into suspected healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse. 

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of investigation findings and coordinate with legal and compliance teams to take appropriate action. 

• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, and external partners during investigations when necessary. 

• Prepare comprehensive reports summarizing investigation outcomes, risk assessments, and fraud trends.

Compliance and Regulatory Adherence:

• Ensure all fraud investigation and prevention activities comply with state, federal, and industry regulations. 

• Stay informed about changes in laws, regulations, and industry practices related to healthcare fraud. 

• Assist in preparing documentation for audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory inquiries.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management ability

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Ability to work cross-functionally with various teams and external partners.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in healthcare fraud detection, investigation, or auditing

• In-depth knowledge of healthcare systems, claims processing, and regulatory requirements related to healthcare fraud.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 3+ years in a leadership role. 

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), accredited healthcare fraud investigator (AHFI)

Education:

• Bachelor's degree preferred in healthcare administration, finance, criminal justice, or related field/specialized training/relevant professional qualification.

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$75,400.00 - $199,144.80

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls.  The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.