Surest Plan Design Manager - Remote

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Missouri City
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Job Description:

Surest, a UnitedHealthcare Company, (formerly Bind) provides a new approach to health benefits designed to make it easier and more affordable for people to access health care services. Our innovative company is part tech start-up, part ground-breaking service delivery-changing the way benefits serve customers and consumers to deliver meaningful results and better outcomes (and we have just begun). We understand our members and employers alike desire a user-friendly, intuitive experience that puts people in control when it comes to the choices they make and the costs they pay for medical care. At Surest, we pride ourselves in our ability to make a difference, and with the backing of our parent company, UnitedHealthcare, we can operate in the best of both worlds-the culture and pace of an innovative start-up with big company support and stability. Come join the Surest team and help us design and deliver a cutting-edge health benefit that changes the face of health care. We are seeking a Plan Design Manager, with a focus on Plan Design intent, to join our growing Benefit Product team. In this position, you will play a key role in enabling the Surest benefit plans by researching and analyzing new benefit features partnering with the Clinical, Sales and Operations subject matter experts to ensure adoption of new benefit standards through the development, implementation and administration of Surest plan designs. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Manage Plan Design prefiling review of Fully Insured plans Define, administer, and maintain standard plan designs for fully insured product portfolio Research new benefit features, including regulatory requirements Update standard plan designs and benefit standards to ensure adherence to state and federal benefit compliance and contract requirements. Communicate update in a timely manner Conduct regular review of benefit plans to maintain compliance with standards and implement updates and change with Clinical, Product and Operations Respond to escalated product and benefit inquiries in a timely manner Perform additional duties as assigned Accurate and precise attention to detail Clear, concise, engaging and effective written and oral communication 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: Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience 5 years of product management and benefit interpretation experience focused on the design, implementation, and maintenance of fully insured plan designs 5 years of business/operations experience in a health plan environment and familiarity with commercial plan design for fully insured Ability to perform benefit review and interpret state and federal mandates applicable to benefits, mental health parity, essential health benefits (EHB), coverage and required product attributes Demonstrated experience in benefit intent and interpretation required for commercial health plans Working knowledge in state-based filings and filing of fully insured commercial products Solid analytical skills Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Careers at UnitedHealthcare Employer & Individual. We all want to make a difference with the work we do. Sometimes we're presented with an opportunity to make a difference on a scale we couldn't imagine. Here, you get that opportunity every day. As a member of one of our elite teams, you'll provide the ideas and solutions that help nearly 25 million customers live healthier lives. You'll help write the next chapter in the history of health care. And you'll find a wealth of open doors and career paths that will take you as far as you want to go. Go further. This is your life's best work.(sm) California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York City, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York City, or Washington residents is $67,800 to $133,100. 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. 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. 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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