Provider Relations Advocate

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Overland Park, KS, USA
In-Office
60K-107K Annually
Mid level
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The Role
Supports provider relations and managed care operations by assisting with claims issues, improving provider portals and services, developing provider relationship programs, supporting network management, educating providers, and identifying network gaps. Requires healthcare and managed care experience, provider relations or network experience, knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations, claims processing, issue resolution, and Microsoft Office proficiency.
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Requisition Number: 2383699
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.
The more you do, the more you learn. And as you learn you find new doors opening that challenge you to bring your best. This Provider Relations Advocate role with UnitedHealth Group will call on your knowledge, your energy and your commitment to making health care work more effectively for more people. We're building better, more effective provider networks every day. In this role, you'll use your strong customer service orientation and knowledge of insurance claims to serve as an advocate for providers in our networks. As you do, you'll discover the impact you want and the resources, backing and opportunities that you'd expect from a Fortune 6 leader.
Are you ready for a challenge? You'll be part of a performance driven, fast paced organization that is serving multiple markets and you'll be charged with educating and building relationships with providers to evolve ongoing processes and programs.
If you reside within 50 miles to Kansas, you'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * as you take on some tough challenges. This role will require up to 50% of travel for provider outreach.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Assist in end-to-end provider claims and help enhance quality relationships with the providers
  • Assist in efforts to enhance ease of use of physician portal and future services enhancements
  • Contribute to design and implementation of programs that build/nurture positive relationships between the health plan, providers and practice managers
  • Support development and management of provider networks
  • Help implement training and development of external providers through education programs
  • Identify gaps in network composition and services to assist network contracting and development teams

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/GED
  • 4+ years of health care/managed care experience
  • 2+ years of provider relations and/or provider network experience
  • 1+ years of experience with Medicare and Medicaid regulations
  • Intermediate level of proficiency in claims processing and issue resolution
  • Intermediate level of proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
  • Reside within 50 miles to Kansas

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Undergraduate degree
  • Ability to research and resolve issues
  • Strong organization and follow through skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
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.
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.
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Skills Required

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 4+ years of healthcare or managed care experience
  • 2+ years of provider relations and/or provider network experience
  • 1+ years of experience with Medicare and Medicaid regulations
  • Intermediate proficiency in claims processing and issue resolution
  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
  • Reside within 50 miles of Kansas
  • Undergraduate degree
  • Ability to research and resolve issues
  • Strong organization and follow-through skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities

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  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (six weeks), paid caregiver leave (up to two weeks), Bright Horizons back-up care, and adoption assistance up to $10,000 are prominently included. Feedback suggests these family supports meaningfully aid work-life balance and are often highlighted as strengths.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is available to all employees, including part-time staff, alongside other financial protections like disability and life insurance. Feedback suggests broad access and matching make retirement support a core pillar of the package.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility An Employee Stock Purchase Plan offers discounted company stock, with some roles also eligible for sign-on or performance bonuses. Feedback suggests the ESPP is a standout financial perk that helps employees build ownership over time.

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