Associate Collections Representative SSM - National Remote - 2169567

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2169567
Youll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Optum
is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best.
Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale.
Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Associate Collections Representative
is responsible for insurance premium collections. Positions in this function contact customers to determine reason for payment delinquency, negotiate and advise on collection of overdue bills and take appropriate action to recover overdue payments.
This position is full-time. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.
*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Groups Telecommuter Policy.
Primary Responsibilities:
Verify and investigate discrepancies in payments submitted by insurance carriers to ensure reimbursement is in accordance with contracts and policies
Work with outside departments to resolve claim presentation issues resulting in denials
Make outgoing insurance calls
Act as a liaison between insurance payer and the hospital; Notify Management of any issues or concerns that may arise.
Our ideal candidate is an adept communicator; deadline oriented, and self-motivated, with excellent follow-up and customer service skills.
Youll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma / GED (or higher)
6 months experience working in collections or billing
Basic Proficiency with Windows PC applications and Microsoft Word (create and edit)
Microsoft Excel (create and edit)
Microsoft PowerPoint (create and edit)
Ability to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree (or higher)
Background in a medical/healthcare setting
Experience with EPIC (Electronic Health/Medical Records)
Telecommuting Requirements:
Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service
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California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, Washington or New York, Rhode Island Residents Only:
The salary range for California / Colorado / Connecticut / Nevada / Washington / New York / Rhode Island residents is $16.00 - $27.31.Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, youll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyoneof every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and incomedeserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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