Billing Representative at Optum in Chelmsford, Massachusetts

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This position is remote in Chelmsford MA. If you are located within commutable distance to the office at 228 Billerica Rd Chelmsford MA, you will have the flexibility to work remotely as you take on some tough challenges.

Part of the Optum family of businesses, Atrius Health is an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind caring, connecting, growing together.

The role involves interacting with customers to collect and validate billing support data to ensure invoice accuracy and resolve billing discrepancies. The position supports the effective management of the premium billing function by providing input on policies, systems, methods, and procedures. Responsibilities include educating customers on available online invoicing and payment options, monitoring outstanding balances, and taking appropriate action to ensure timely payment. The role also manages invoice preparation, reconciles billing activity with accounts receivable, and handles billing denials to ensure accurate financial reporting and revenue collection.

This position is full time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 7:30am - 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime. We offer 6-8 weeks of paid training. The hours during training will be 7:30am to 5:00pm, Monday - Friday. Training will be conducted onsite.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage claims denial
• Interact with customers to gather support data to ensure invoice accuracy and work through specific billing discrepancies
• Provide input to policies, systems, methods and procedures for the effective management and control of the premium billing function
• Educate customers regarding the availability of receiving invoices and remitting payments through online applications
• Monitor outstanding balances and take appropriate actions to ensure clients pay as billed
• Manage the preparation of invoices and complete reconciliation of billing with accounts receivables

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction 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 / GED OR equivalent work experience
• Must be 18 years of age OR older
• Proficiency with Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to navigate multiple programs and learn new and complex computer system applications
• Ability to multi-task and to understand multiple products and multiple levels of benefits within each product
• Ability to work full time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 7:30am - 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ year of experience in a related environment (i.e. office, administrative, clerical, customer service, etc.) using phones and computers as the primary job tools
• Experience in Billing or Collections

Telecommuting Requirements:

• Reside within commutable distance to the office at 28 Billerica Rd Chelmsford MA
• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $17.98 - $32.12 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.