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Collections Representative - National Remote

Optum

Phoenix, AZ
13 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 work in a team-oriented environment. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while making a significant impact in healthcare revenue cycle management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in team huddles and meetings, sharing knowledge and recommending process improvements
  • Work closely with peers and leaders to address payer issues impacting accounts receivable
  • Resolve assigned accounts timely and accurately to maximize reimbursement
  • Take necessary AR adjustments as per department policy
  • Meet or exceed performance standards related to quality and productivity
  • Request information from relevant departments as required by payer
  • Ensure accounts are not aging and are escalated timely
  • Maintain knowledge of payer policies and complete relevant webinars
  • Other duties as assigned

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, with flexibility for 8-hour shifts

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution