Sr Recovery/Resolution Analyst

UnitedHealth Group; Plymouth (MN); Remote; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Senior Recovery Resolution Analyst to verify claim accuracy against medical records and provide expert coding guidance. You will handle complex payment decisions, review post-payment claims, and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements while maintaining productivity metrics.

The role supports telecommuting from anywhere in the U.S. and requires AHIMA/AAPC coding credentials, 2+ years of coding and auditing experience, and strong analytical skills to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• AHIMA or AAPC Certified coder (CPC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, CPMA, RHIA, CDIP) required.
• 2+ years coding experience with medical record auditing and coding/billing experience.
• 1+ years working in a metric-driven team environment with daily production and quality standards.
• Intermediate level of medical record review experience.
• Intermediate familiarity with health insurance terminology and regulatory guidelines.
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft & Adobe applications (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, PDF).

Responsibilities

• Perform quality audits of clinical review cases of CPT, HCPCS, and modifiers in a telecommuting environment.
• Determine accuracy of medical coding and payment recommendations for post-payment claims.
• Consult with Medical Directors/physicians on mandates and policies as needed.
• Determine appropriate level of service using E/M coding principles.
• Ensure compliance with state/federal policies and contract requirements.
• Identify aberrant billing patterns and potential fraud or waste and flag providers for review.
• Manage daily case review assignments with quality and productivity targets.
• Provide clinical support to investigative and analytical teams.

Skills

Medical coding

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor degree

Tools

COSMOS

Facets

CPW

NICE

Job description

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 startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Senior Recovery Resolution Analyst is required to determine the accuracy of claims submitted by a provider to UnitedHealth Group by comparing it to the medical record(s) submitted for the date(s) of service being reviewed. They must be able to exercise judgement/decision making on complex payment decisions that directly impacts the provider and UHC/Client by following state and government compliance guidelines, coding requirements and policies. They must confidently analyze and interpret data and medical records/documentation on a daily basis to understand historical claims activity, determine validity and demonstrate their ability to provide written communication to the provider. They are responsible to investigate, review and provide clinical and/or coding expertise in a review of post -payment claims. They need to effectively manage their caseload and monthly metrics in a production driven environment and ensure they are meeting all compliance turnaround times mandated by the client. The Senior Recovery Resolution Analyst must be proficient in computer skills and able to navigate multiple systems at one time with varying levels of complexity. They must have the ability to research and work independently on making decisions on complex cases.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs quality audits of clinical review cases of CPT, HCPCS, and modifiers assigned to codes on claims in a telecommuting work environment
• Determines accuracy of medical coding/billing and payment recommendation for post-payment claims
• This could include Medical Director/physician consultations, interpretation of state and federal mandates, applicable benefit language, medical and reimbursement policies and consideration of relevant clinical information
• Determines appropriate level of service utilizing Evaluation and Management coding principles
• Ensures adherence to state and federal compliance policies, reimbursement policies and contract compliance
• Identifies aberrant billing patterns and trends, evidence of fraud, waste or abuse, and recommends providers to be flagged for review
• Maintains and manages daily case review assignments, with accountability to quality, utilization and productivity standards
• Provides clinical support and expertise to the other investigative and analytical areas
• Participates in team and department meetings
• Engages in a collaborative work environment when applicable but is also able to work independently
• Serves as a clinical resource to other areas within the clinical investigative team
• Work with applicable business partners to obtain additional information relevant to the clinical review

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions 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 or GED
• Certified Coder AHIMA or AAPC Certified coder (CPC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, CPMA, RHIA, CDIP)
• 2+ years of coding experience with medical record auditing and coding/billing experience
• 1+ years of working in a team atmosphere in a metric driven environment including; daily production standards and quality standards
• Intermediate level of medical record review experience
• Intermediate level of experience with health insurance business, industry terminology, and regulatory guidelines
• Intermediate level of experience with Microsoft & Adobe applications (outlook, power point, word, excel, pdf)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree
• Healthcare claims experience/processing experience
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interpret data
• Experience with Fraud Waste & Abuse or Payment Integrity
• Experience with subsequent or reconsideration reviews for FWAE
• Strong analytical mindset working with medical terminology or coding
• 1+ year experience of UHC platforms - COSMOS, Facets, CPW, NICE

Soft Skills:

• Physical Requirements and Work Environment: frequent speaking, listening using headset, sitting, use of hands/fingers across keyboard
• Must be proficient and able to navigate and maneuver multiple systems at one time with varying levels of complexity

*All Telecommuters 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 hourly pay for this role will range from $24.00 to $43.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.

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.

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