Accounts Receivable Representative

Optum; Cuyahoga Falls (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Job summary

Optum Unity Health Network is seeking an Accounts Receivable Representative in Cuyahoga Falls, OH. This onsite role focuses on insurance accounts, timely reimbursements, and collaborating with physicians and insurers to resolve billing issues.

You will handle requests from insurers, work with denials, and support a 8-hour shift schedule during business hours with potential overtime. Includes a 12-week training program and full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of related accounts receivable experience in a billing physician office or billing company environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Must reside within 15-20 miles from Cuyahoga Falls, OH.

Responsibilities

• Assist in resolving issues related to Patient/Third Party billings and missing information.
• Collaborate with team to improve processes.
• Review aging reports and identify denial reasons to resolve claims.
• Communicate with insurance companies to obtain information on claims or benefits.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

This position is Onsite. Our office is located at 2750 Front ST, Cuyahoga Falls, OH.

Unity Health Network, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Accounts Receivable Representative to join our team in Cuyahoga Falls, OH. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Accounts Receivable Clerk plays a critical role in creating a quality experience that impacts the financial well-being of our patients. This individual will be responsible for insurance accounts by working with insurance companies to ensure proper reimbursement in a timely manner. This will include utilizing insurance websites and calling insurance companies for claim status and denial reconciliation. Handle inquiries from physicians and insurance companies regarding various account issues and act as an advocate for the patient when a billing problem occurs.

This position is full time Monday - Friday. 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.

We offer 12 weeks of on-the-job training. The hours of training will be aligned with your schedule.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assists in resolving problems relating to all areas of Patient/Third Party billings and missing information
• Collaborate with team members to ensure continuous improvement in processes
• Maintains current knowledge of billing requirements, denials and system practices
• Review aging reports of claims that have been denied and determine the reason the claims were denied and find a resolution
• Complete assigned tasks within a given timeframe with accuracy
• Communicate with insurance companies to receive necessary information regarding the claim or benefits

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 related experience in a billing physician office or billing company environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook
• Must reside within 15-20 miles from Cuyahoga Falls, OH
• Ability to work full time Monday - Friday. 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in billing and collections in the Healthcare industry
• Work experience in a fast-paced environment requiring solid multi-tasking and problem-solving skills

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.

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.