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 CMS Programs Quality Strategy Lead will support Humana through successful participation in CMS/CMMI (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation) Multi-Payor and Accountable Care Initiatives.

Immediately leverages a successful Medicare Advantage framework and robust provider relationships, this role supports Humana in assuming financial risk for Original Medicare beneficiaries through participation in CMS' Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP). The CMS Programs Quality Strategy Lead develops and implements the Humana MSSP strategy.

Assists in developing and directing overall Humana MSSP quality strategyBy using a combination of big-picture vision, deep value-based care experience and a “seeking to understand and improve” approach, defines MSSP success, create a vision for success, and defines the strategy to drive successPartners externally with contracted ACO providers to focus on quality performancePartners cross-functionally with business areas across the broader Humana enterprise such as clinical, legal, and complianceFosters external and internal partnerships using their communication skillsReports directly to the Director of Value-Based Strategies - CMS Programs

In addition to being a great place to work, Humana also offers industry leading benefits for all employees, starting your FIRST day of employment. Benefits include:

Medical BenefitsDental BenefitsVision BenefitsHealth Savings AccountsFlex Spending AccountsLife Insurance401(k)PTO including 9 paid holidays, one personal holiday, one day of volunteer time off, 23 days of annual PTO, parental leave, caregiving leave, and weekly well-being timeAnd more
Use your skills to make an impact
 

Required Qualifications

6+ years of Medicare or Medicaid experience3+ years of Quality and/or HEDIS experience3+ years project management experience with mid to large scale projectsExperience with CMMI (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation) programsExperience working with senior leadershipSolid experience building templates, standard documentation, and disseminating best in class knowledgeExperience facilitating cross departmental projectsExcellent oral and written communication skillsFlexible, dynamic personality who works well in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's degree in Business and/or related field3+ years experience with data extraction and analysis technologies

Additional Information

Work at Home/Remote Requirements

Work-At-Home Requirements

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates must meet the following criteria:At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended to support Humana applications, per associate.Wireless, Wired Cable or DSL connection is suggested.Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if they provide an optimal connection for associates. The use of these methods must be approved by leadership.  (See Wireless, Wired Cable or DSL Connection in Exceptions, Section 7.0 in this policy.)Humana will not pay for or reimburse Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates for any portion of the cost of their self-provided internet service, with the exception of associates who live or work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota.  Associates who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Our Hiring Process

As part of our hiring process, we will be using an exciting interviewing technology provided by HireVue, a third-party vendor. This technology provides our team of recruiters and hiring managers an enhanced method for decision-making.

If you are selected to move forward from your application prescreen, you will receive correspondence inviting you to participate in a pre-recorded Voice, Text Messaging, and/or Video Interview.  If participating in a pre-recorded interview, you will respond to a set of interview questions via your phone or computer. You should anticipate this interview to take approximately 10-15 minutes. Your recorded interview(s) via text and/or pre-recorded voice will be reviewed and you will subsequently be informed if you will be moving forward to next round of interviews.

If you have additional questions regarding this role posting and are an Internal Candidate, please send them to the Ask A Recruiter persona by visiting go/Buzz and searching Ask A Recruiter! Please be sure to provide the requisition number so we may be able to research your request quicker.

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Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

 

$104,000 - $143,000 per year

 

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 08-18-2025
About us
 Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

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