Remote Pharmacy Billing Specialist

Optum; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum, as part of UnitedHealth Group, is seeking a Pharmacy Billing Specialist to own the entire billing cycle with discretion and confidentiality. The role offers remote work from anywhere in the U.S. and a chance to develop professionally in a supportive environment.

The position requires 6+ months of relevant experience and knowledge of third-party payers, with preferred post-secondary education in accounting or information systems. Comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of third-party payers, billing requirements, and reimbursement methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage end to end billing operations, including invoicing, payment posting, collections, audits, and delinquent account follow up.
• Respond to billing inquiries, resolve issues promptly, and provide financial counseling while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Process and post invoices, pharmacy charges (HCS), receipts, and agency billing documents accurately and on time.
• Maintain complete documentation and generate daily, monthly, and end of month reports for leadership and accounting.
• Ensure compliance with billing regulations, confidentiality standards, and policies; cross train for Pharmacy Office Manager duties and support phone coverage.

Skills

Billing

Third-party payers

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting or information systems

Job description

Optum, as part of UnitedHealth Group, is seeking a Pharmacy Billing Specialist to own the entire billing cycle with discretion and confidentiality. The role offers remote work from anywhere in the U.S. and a chance to develop professionally in a supportive environment.

The position requires 6+ months of relevant experience and knowledge of third-party payers, with preferred post-secondary education in accounting or information systems. Comprehensive benefits are provided.