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You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with and supervision by an Appeals and Grievances Medical Director, the Physician Assistant is responsible for ongoing clinical review and adjudication of appeals and grievances cases for UnitedHealthcare associated companies
• Work as part of an integrated team of medical director physicians, other physician assistants, and other members of the appeals staff
• Perform individual case review for appeals and grievances for various healthplan and insurance products, which may include PPO, ASO, HMO, MAPD, and PDP (The appeals are in response to adverse determinations for medical services related to benefit design and coverage, medical necessity, and the application of clinical criteria of medical policies)
• Communicate with UnitedHealthcare medical directors regarding appeals decision rationales and benefit interpretations
• Actively participate in team meetings focused on communication, feedback, problem solving, process improvement, staff training and evaluation, and the sharing of program results
• Provide clinical and strategic input when participating in organizational committees, projects, and task forces

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:

• Current Physician Assistant license in your state of residence
• Current Board Certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). (Physician Assistant will maintain NCCPA certification for the length of employment)
• 3+ years of clinical PA practice experience
• Intermediate computer skills: MS Office, Outlook, Word and Excel
• Ability to work Monday-Friday normal business hours

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous Inpatient PA experience
• 1+ years of Utilization Management and Utilization Review processes
• Knowledge of IPA, insurance, health plans and managed care functions
• Experience with claims coding & review
• Experience in project management
• Experience facilitating hospital admission process
• Experience participating in hospital inpatient admission process
• Experience conducting quality chart reviews
• Ability to work well in a team environment

UnitedHealth Group requires all new hires and employees to report their COVID-19 vaccination status.

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*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $79,700 to $142,600. The salary range for Connecticut/Nevada residents is $87,900 to $156,900. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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