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Collections Representative - National Remote

Optum

Hartford, CT
12 days ago
$16.88 - $33.22

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Job Description

Join Optum as a Collections Representative, where you'll resolve outstanding payer balances and manage healthcare claims efficiently. Enjoy a supportive remote work environment, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits while making an impact in healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

  • Resolve outstanding payer balances in accordance with regulatory and contractual obligations
  • Resolve payer denials by understanding payer policies and contacting the payer
  • Reconcile open payer balances as per the payer’s contract
  • Actively participate in team huddles and meetings
  • Work closely with peers and leaders to address payer issues
  • Ensure assigned accounts are not aging and are escalated timely
  • Maintain knowledge of payer policies and complete relevant training

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma / GED
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • 1+ years of healthcare back-end revenue cycle experience (billing, collections, or A/R)
  • Experience working with Medicare on denied healthcare claims
  • Experience working with insurance companies to verify the status of denied claims and ensure timely payment
  • Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with Medicare System’s (FISS/Connex)

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programs401k contributionEquity stock purchase