Manager, Healthcare Economics - Minneapolis - St. Louis - Chicag

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US-MO-Saint Louis
N/A
4 Year Degree
Full-Time
At least 2 year(s)
Not Specified
False
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Job Description What makes your Healthcare Economics career greater with UnitedHealth Group? Advancement, access to data, variety of product lines, and rewards for delivering on our mission.   The Healthcare Economics Manager will research and investigate key business problems through quantitative analyses of utilization and healthcare costs data. The position will provide management with statistical findings and conclusions, identify potential areas for medical cost improvements and alternative pricing strategies, and provide data in support of actuarial, financial and utilization analyses.   Primary job responsibilities include the following:   Recruit, manage, and develop a team of analysts in a matrix reporting environment. Quantitative analyses of unitization and cost data.   Evaluate hospital, physician, and ancillary contracts for unit cost impacts.   Evaluate capitation, incentive proposals, settlements, and FFS equivalents.   Conduct unit cost reporting and forecasting to support monthly reserves, forecasts, and the annual bid process.   Identify and develop targets for UHN network remediation, and track progress.   Build strong inter-dependent relationships within the organization as appropriate, including finance, network pricing, product pricing, underwriting, and clinical operations areas.   Candidate must be self-driven, with ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.   Manages and is accountable for professional employees and/or supervisors. Impact of work is most often at the local level.
Job RequirementsRequired qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in actuarial science, mathematics, finance, economics, or a related degree • 2 or more years of Healthcare financial analysis experience in a managed care environment • Advanced level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Access • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact collaboratively with internal customers across multiple departments and business segments • Experience in prioritizing work on multiple complex assignments with ongoing deadlines   Preferred Qualifications:  • Experience with provider capitation and risk arrangements • Knowledge of Medicare provider reimbursement methodologies • Experience with Cognos, Business Objects, or other BI data query and reporting tools UnitedHealthcare, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of companies, is comprised of three specialized businesses dedicated to meeting the health care benefits needs of individuals and groups; all part of something greater, but each with a specialized focus:   UnitedHealthcare Employer & Individual works with individuals, small businesses and large multi-site employers to provide innovative, affordable benefits services.   UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement is focused on serving Americans over the age of 50. It is the largest business dedicated to meeting the growing health and well-being needs of aging individuals in the nation, serving one in five Medicare beneficiaries through a comprehensive and diversified array of products and services through four industry-leading businesses.   UnitedHealthcare Community & State provides high-quality, personalized, public-sector health care programs that help local government agencies improve health outcomes for millions of children and low-income and disabled individuals at an affordable cost.   Together, we're removing the barriers that keep people from receiving the kind of quality health care that makes a difference. We focus on Integrity, Compassion, Relationships, Innovation and Performance as we empower people to achieve better health and well-being.   Come grow and thrive in our culture of innovation and ideas. Because there is no opportunity greater than the quest to help people live healthier lives.
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