Health Care Analyst

Position Overview

Health Care Analyst

Company: State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS)

Location: 410 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT

Employment Type: Full Time

Date Posted: 02/18/2026

Expire Date: 03/18/2026

Job Categories: Accounting/Auditing, Financial Services

This position is part of the DMHAS Office of the Commissioner (OOC)

• Schedule:
  
  Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week, First Shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Note:
  
  Up to 5 days in office during probation period. Hybrid schedule after probation period.
• Position Number: 82490

• Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees

• Ensure the Medicare and Medicaid billing associated with billable Inpatient and Outpatient services provided by 7 DMHAS state operated facilities and 40+ private non-profit contracted DMHAS agencies is maximized and done in accordance with state and federal guidelines
• Research and analyze data that is received from providers and that is released for billing
• Analyze reports for further billable opportunities
• Complete paid and denied claims analysis through review of Explanation of Benefits
• Work closely with program and quality staff who provide and monitor service delivery
• Provide training to staff of state agencies and private non-profit agencies
• Prepare regular and special project data reports that analyze service delivery, billing and revenue data
• Conduct ongoing research of billing opportunities to increase revenue
• Produce reports routinely requested by DSS, OPM, state legislature, CMS and other agencies
• Work closely with state facilities and private agencies, assisting in their understanding of billing reports, requirements and billable service delivery
• Track Medicare and Medicaid enrollment of facilities and providers
• Implement Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Work closely with IT and DAS on system errors and on system changes including significant quality testing of systems

DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

Minimum Qualifications – General Experience

Six (6) years of professional experience in financial management with some experience in health care management.

Minimum Qualifications – Substitutions Allowed

• College training may be substituted for the general experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
• A Master's degree in accounting, finance or other closely related field or public health with some college courses in accounting or finance may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the general experience.
• Professional experience in health care facility administration, health program administration, health insurance administration, health planning or other health care related fields may be substituted for the general experience on a year for year basis to a maximum of one (1) year.
• Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the general experience.

The State of Connecticut – Executive Branch employs thousands of dedicated professionals, committed to providing a safe and thriving environment for our community, and visitors. As a small state, we have so much to offer – education, employment, culture, travel, nature, history and recreation - each of these opportunities positively impact our citizens and businesses. While Hartford is Connecticut’s state capital and home to many of our agency offices, we are proud to offer positions located throughout the state.

Some of our most popular work sites are located in Bridgeport, Enfield, Middletown, New Haven, Torrington, and with a higher demand throughout the Fairfield County. We are seeking to hire employees for locations statewide who find inspiration in our culture and values, specifically:
Committed to making an impact
Serving the public through meaningful work
Seeking limitless opportunities to grow
Enjoy a work/life balance (with competitive benefits)
Interested in diversity and fresh perspectives

If you can see yourself contributing to our vision, we encourage you to apply to join us!