Appeals Representative

Job Opportunity At UnitedHealthcare

This position is national remote. You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing Together.

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 7 : 00am - 7 : 00pm EST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime. We offer 6 weeks of paid training. The hours during training will be 8 : 00am to 4 : 30pm, Monday - Friday. Training will be conducted virtually from your home.

Primary Responsibilities

• Research and resolve written complaints submitted by consumers and physicians / providers
• Ensure complaints have been categorized correctly
• Obtain additional documentation required for case review
• Review case to determine if review by clinician is required
• Render decision for non-clinical complaints using sound, fact-based decision making
• Complete necessary documentation of final appeals or grievance determination using appropriate templates
• Communicate appeal or grievance information to members or providers and internal / external parties within the required timeframes

This is a challenging role with serious impact. You'll need strong analytical skills and the ability to effectively interact with other departments to obtain original claims processing details. You'll also need to effectively draft correspondence that explains the claim resolution / outcome as well as next steps / actions for the member.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Telecommuting Requirements

All employees working remotely 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 salary for this role will range from $17.74 - $31.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline : This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. 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.