Sr. Manager, Payment Policy & Reimbursement

Senior Manager, Payment Policy & Reimbursement — American Urological Association (AUA)

Location: Linthicum, MD (AUA Headquarters) — regular visits to Washington, D.C. required. 

Are you a hands-on coding and reimbursement expert who also leads with influence, curiosity, and political savvy? Join the American Urological Association (AUA) — a 100+ year-old leader in urologic education, research, and policy — and lead national payment strategy and coding advocacy for the specialty. 

Why this role matters

The Senior Manager, Payment Policy & Reimbursement will shape how urologic care is valued and paid for nationally. You’ll represent the AUA before the AMA’s RUC and CPT processes, CMS, Congress and other federal agencies; design and advocate for urology-specific payment models (MIPS, APMs, Medicare FFS, value-based demonstrations); and lead a small team working at the intersection of coding, policy, and practice. Your work will directly affect access to care and the financial sustainability of urologic services. 

What you’ll do (high-impact responsibilities)

• Serve as AUA staff lead and technical expert on CPT coding and AMA RUC valuation processes — represent AUA at RUC and CPT meetings and at AMA House of Delegates activities. 
• Lead development, execution, and communication of AUA payment, reimbursement, and payment-reform strategies; craft comment letters, talking points, and testimony for federal rulemakings and legislation.
• Design and advocate for urology-specific payment models (MIPS, advanced APMs, MACRA alternatives), and monitor national payment policy trends and demonstrations. 
• Build and manage relationships with MACs, private payors, industry policy teams, coalition partners, and patient advocacy groups to remove barriers to care and influence coverage and payment policy. 
• Lead and mentor the Physician Payment & Reimbursement staff; prepare Board briefings, weekly updates, and operational reports; help plan the AUA Summit and related advocacy events. 

 What we’re looking for (must-have qualifications)

• Master’s degree (preferably in public policy or related field). 
• Deep technical expertise in medical coding and reimbursement, with hands-on experience in CPT and HCPCS and demonstrated knowledge of AMA RUC processes — ideally with urology coding experience. 
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience with proven leadership, strategic planning, and health policy experience. 
• Strong oral/written communication skills and experience serving as a persuasive spokesperson before agencies and Congress. 
• Demonstrated ability to build coalitions, lead through influence, navigate political sensitivity, and mentor teams. 

Leadership & professional competencies

You’ll be evaluated not only on technical mastery but on leadership behaviors: coaching and team building, conflict resolution, political proficiency, emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and the ability to communicate complex policy and coding issues clearly to diverse audiences. 

What we offer & culture

Join an organization with a long legacy of advancing urologic care (founded 1902) and a global community of members who rely on AUA guidance, education, and advocacy. The AUA’s mission is to promote the highest standards of urologic clinical care through education, research and health policy — your work will advance that mission. 

We offer an excellent work culture that fosters employee development and cross-organizational cooperation and communication. We take care of our employees’ needs and provide an outstanding total rewards package that provides for their physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.  We offer a hybrid work environment with two in-office Core Days each week, as well as flexible scheduling to help meet the personal needs of our staff.  And, so much more! 

How to apply

Ready to lead payment policy for the AUA? Apply using this link to our Career Center and upload your résumé/CV and a brief cover letter describing: 1) a specific RUC/CPT or reimbursement success you led, and 2) an example of a time you built consensus across competing stakeholders. 

The AUA is committed to building a diverse, equitable workplace and welcomes candidates who bring different perspectives and experiences. 

Salary range for this position is $140,000 - 145,000 a year.  

Please note this is a base compensation range and, as such, there is no guarantee you will be offered the maximum amount for the position. Your base compensation will be determined by your overall qualifications, which will be assessed based on your knowledge, skills, competencies, and years of experience.