Appeals Representative

UnitedHealth Group • Minneapolis, MN • 2h ago

Requisition number: 2376594

Job category: Claims

This position is Remote in Pacific, Mountain, or Central Time Zones. You will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 7:00 am - 5:00 pm MST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.

We offer 4 weeks of paid on-the-job training. The hours of training will be aligned with your schedule during normal business hours.

Primary Responsibilities:

Processing and sending formal appeal responses to Providers / Clients

Assist with entering outbound mail tracking numbers

Processing and sending Provider Packets when needed

Other duties as assigned

You'll 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 equivalent work experience

Must be 18 years of age OR older

1+ years of data entry experience in a related environment (i.e., office, administrative, clerical, call center, medical claims, etc.) using computers as the primary job tool

1+ years of experience working in a remote environment

Experience with computers and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to navigate and learn new and complex computer system applications

Experience with Microsoft Word (create correspondence and work within templates), Microsoft Excel (data entry, sort / filter, and work within tables), and Microsoft Outlook (email and calendar management)

Typing skills with a high level of speed and accuracy; ability to complete large volumes of data entry with minimal errors

Ability to work any of our shift schedules during our normal business hours of 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM MST from Monday - Friday, including the flexibility to work occasional overtime based on business need

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with health care, medical, OR pharmacy terminology

Call center experience

Telecommuting Requirements:

Reside within Pacific, Mountain, or Central Standard Time

Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)

Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy

Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

Soft Skills:

Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines independently

Strong written communication skills including advanced skills in grammar and spelling

Exceptional attention to detail, particularly in written communication and data entry tasks

Consistently meets goals and expectations through effective planning and organization

Demonstrates self - awareness and adaptability in response to feedback and changing priorities

Upholds a high standard of professionalism, reliability, and personal responsibility

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $18 - $32 hourly based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves 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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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