Cost of Care Director

Elevance Health

. Identify and develop best practices and cost of care improvement processes .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $109,200 - $195,560 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in orchestrating complex, enterprise-wide initiatives focused on Cost of Care improvement, leveraging strong strategic, business, and operational acumen within the healthcare sector. Capable of influencing senior leadership and aligning cross-functional stakeholders to drive progress and optimize healthcare affordability.

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Cost Of Care ImprovementStrategic Problem-SolvingOperational OrchestrationStakeholder AlignmentHealthcare Analytics

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Hard Skills

Complex AnalyticsRisk AssessmentAction Plan DevelopmentSavings QuantificationProject Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInfluencing Senior LeadersCross-Functional CollaborationDecision-MakingAnticipating Risks

Industry Keywords

Health CareCost Of CareAffordabilityManagement ConsultingBusiness Transformation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify and develop best practices and cost of care improvement processes
Provide end-to-end operational orchestration across high-priority Cost of Care initiatives from opportunity identification through implementation and value realization
Identify cost of care savings opportunities through complex analytics in partnership with the cost of care analytics team
Develop action plans, benefits and risk assessments
Partner with the actuarial team to develop and ensure accurate savings quantification
Champion cost of care initiatives and partner with cross-functional business, clinical, operational, analytics, and other stakeholders
Facilitate alignment, clarify dependencies, and accelerate decision-making
Manage and present cost of care projects to senior leadership
Participate in Enterprise Cost of Care workgroups and project teams
Maintain visibility across initiative lifecycles and address dependencies, risks, and execution barriers
Facilitate timely decisions and escalations to maintain momentum
Strengthen operational alignment, optimize ways of working, and accelerate initiatives that mitigate healthcare cost trends and improve affordability

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS/BA degree and minimum of 9 years relevant experience in Health Care, or any combination of education and experience providing an equivalent background
Strong strategic, business, financial, and operational acumen, preferably within healthcare, Cost of Care, or affordability
Ability to influence senior leaders, communicate effectively, align cross-functional stakeholders, and drive progress without direct authority
Strong strategic problem-solving skills
Ability to anticipate risks, identify dependencies, resolve barriers, and navigate complex organizational challenges
Experience orchestrating complex, enterprise-wide initiatives from strategy through implementation and value realization
Prior experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business transformation, or strategic operations preferred
Must be able to work EST/CST hours
Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance from a posting location unless an accommodation is granted

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution and match
Merit increases
Paid holidays
Paid Time Off
Incentive bonus programs
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Stock purchase plan
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Financial education resources
Hybrid work arrangement