Director Corporate Reimbursement

Henry Ford Health, one of the nation's premier academic and integrated health systems, is seeking a Director of Corporate Reimbursement to lead critical financial functions that directly impact the organization's mission and growth. Reporting to the Vice President of Contracting, Reimbursement & Revenue Integrity, this role is responsible for shaping and overseeing reimbursement strategies across Henry Ford Health's hospitals and post-acute care facilities.

This is a highly visible position that plays a central role in ensuring accurate net revenue reporting, compliance with complex payer regulations, and optimization of financial performance. Building on a strong legacy-including securing substantial COVID relief funds, advancing rural hospital redesignations, and implementing innovative valuation tools-this leader will also help guide the organization through enterprise modernization efforts. These include the implementation of Kodiak RCA and Toyon Absolute, as well as large-scale ERP and bank account conversions, all of which require thoughtful integration of reimbursement practices into systemwide financial strategies.

The Director will serve as a trusted partner to executive leadership, providing insight, foresight, and collaboration across the health system.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Preparation of third-party cost reports and other regulatory filings.
• Oversee reporting and reconciliation of general ledger accounts related to third-party payments and settlements, including receivables, payables, and reserves, leveraging tools such as Kodiak RCA and Toyon Absolute to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Lead preparation of monthly net revenue calculations and forecasts, reviewing with the Vice President prior to financial statement deadlines.
• Provide analysis of net revenue impacts and forecasts to inform systemwide financial planning.

Regulatory Compliance & Audit Oversight

• Plan and coordinate third-party audits and appeals, as well as quarterly and year-end financial audits.
• Maintain deep expertise in Medicare, Blue Cross, Medicaid, and other reimbursement regulations, ensuring organizational compliance.
• Evaluate changes in reimbursement regulations and develop related impact analyses.

Collaboration, Education & Strategic Insight

• Serve as a subject matter expert, providing education and consultation to staff and leadership on reimbursement regulations and strategies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen financial decision-making and operational alignment, including supporting enterprise initiatives such as ERP and bank account conversions.
• Contribute to the development of systemwide strategies that optimize reimbursement and enhance organizational sustainability.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide direction, support, and coaching to team members to achieve departmental and organizational goals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the Corporate Reimbursement function.