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AI-powered member support: Built for real conversations, ready when members need it

See how AI is transforming contact centers with faster answers, less friction and more confident member experiences.

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The Next Chapter in RCM

Discover expert insights to transform revenue cycle management with the latest in AI and healthcare technology.

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Automation's next chapter in the healthcare revenue cycle

Leaders from Banner Health and Optum lay out a bold, multiyear vision for automation and AI in health care revenue cycle management.

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Reduce manual virtual card posting

Straight-through processing connects virtual card payment and remittance data to reduce manual reconciliation and keep receivables moving.

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Navigating the future of healthcare financial growth

Explore expert-led strategies to boost financial resilience and long-term growth in today’s evolving healthcare landscape.
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Optum Recognized as RCM Leader Report

Optum is honored to be recognized as a Leader in the Everest Group RCM Platforms PEAK Matrix Assessment for 2025, highlighting our comprehensive RCM solutions.
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Generative AI’s role in modern healthcare delivery

Discover how generative artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping healthcare by boosting speed, precision and care.
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The connection between money and health

The connection between money and health runs deeper than just costs — your employees rely on your benefits strategy for overall wellness.
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Steps to smarter prior authorization

Healthcare organizations face challenges with prior authorization. Learn how automation can help save resources and improve patient care.
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Automation's next chapter in the healthcare revenue cycle

Leaders from Banner Health and Optum lay out a bold, multiyear vision for automation and AI in health care revenue cycle management.
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Navigating the next era of Medicaid

Major Medicaid policy changes are coming fast. Learn how smarter tools, better data and strong partnerships can reduce risk and support patients.
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Digital claim payments can save you money

Discover 4 ways health plans can save money today — and in the future — by engaging with a digital claim payment partner.
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Payer-provider collaboration: Improving patient outcomes

Tech and value-based care can improve payer-provider collaboration, reduce admin burden and enhance patient outcomes through data sharing.
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Reduce manual virtual card posting

Straight-through processing connects virtual card payment and remittance data to reduce manual reconciliation and keep receivables moving.
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Empowering providers with AI innovation

Generative AI is reshaping healthcare — boosting efficiency, easing documentation and empowering providers across the system.
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Claim review: How to adopt best practices

Learn how a comprehensive claim review strategy can help you stop repeat errors and increase payment accuracy across the claim lifecycle.
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An autonomous-first platform for the revenue cycle

Watch how Optum Integrity One is modernizing the middle revenue cycle through AI to automate the routine, escalate the complex and help drive results at scale.
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Transforming your revenue cycle with Optum Integrity One

Watch how Optum Integrity One supports providers with a more connected, efficient approach to coding and revenue cycle management all in one solution.
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How we’re advancing the future of healthcare payments with AI

Optum Financial is exploring ways to leverage AI and other advanced technologies to connect healthcare payments and information for a simpler experience.
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Engaging and transforming patient experiences

Healthcare leaders share strategies to improve patient outcomes by addressing friction points, emphasizing empathy and valuing staff.
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Navigating AI in Healthcare

Watch this on-demand webinar for expert insights on AI capabilities, business challenges and robust governance in healthcare.
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Stop chasing fraud: Move prevention upstream with AI strategies

How AI, data and investigative expertise are helping health plans detect fraud earlier and stop losses before they occur.
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Automating success: A smarter path to revenue cycle transformation

Learn how health systems are using revenue cycle automation to provide better patient experience, financial outcomes and operational resilience.
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Transforming coding compliance and efficiency with automation

Our computer-assisted coding (CAC) solution provides the essential tools for professional coding operations and appropriate revenue capture.
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Q&A: How Optum Financial is modernizing healthcare payment delivery

Explore how Optum Financial payment solutions streamline operations for healthcare organizations in this Q&A with Senior VP Brian Andrews.
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Insights in claims payment processing

Thinking about going paperless for claims payments? We commissioned a study of senior health plan executives to hear what’s on their minds.
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Bridge the payment gap between payers and providers

Our innovative healthcare payment delivery platform simplifies processes, saves time and lowers costs for all involved.

Optum revenue cycle solutions

Improve financial outcomes, decrease operational costs, improve efficiency and elevate the patient experience with our revenue cycle solutions.
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Revolutionizing prior authorization solutions

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RCM essentials for 2025

From process re-design to automation with advanced technology, learn how healthcare finance leaders optimize their RCM operations for the future.
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AI helps bring scale, precision to directed spend benefits

Learn how our AI-powered software helps enhance directed spend benefits with precise product-level eligibility and a more seamless checkout experience.
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How improving charge capture can reduce your CMS risk

How Optum helped a health system consolidate over 40,000 charges.
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Exploring the evolving landscape of autonomous coding

This panel will address autonomous coding trends, challenges and innovations within the middle revenue cycle.
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Why you should prioritize digital payments

Digital payment processing doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Here's why it should be at the top of your priority list.
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Patient access starts before the appointment

New research reveals how access, transparency and digital tools shape patient satisfaction long before care begins.
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Achieve claim pricing accuracy and efficiency

Learn how to create a framework that drives payment accuracy on the first pass.
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Break down silos in claims processing

Fragmented payer-provider communication fuels denials, delays and rework. Learn how real-time insight can help address root causes earlier in the claims process.
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Best practices for reducing provider abrasion

Find out what is driving abrasion and what health plans can do to alleviate pain points.
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Boost efficiency with payment optimization

Learn how payment delivery optimization can improve the healthcare financial cycle and bridge the gap between payers and providers.
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Optimizing your payment integrity program

Discover payment integrity best practices to help you achieve your in-year cost savings goals.
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Modernize prior authorization with intelligent automation

Intelligent automation quickens determinations, improves submissions and gives real-time status visibility, helping reduce burden, delays and denials.
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Data-driven AI for RCM transformation

AI and clean data are helping change healthcare for the better. Discover how teamwork and smart tech can help payers and providers work together.
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Adapting to the changes in Medicaid policies

The upcoming changes to Medicaid policies are set to significantly impact organizational operations.
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Moving to lower cost electronic payments

Partner with Optum Financial to increase ACH payments.
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The Next Chapter in RCM

Discover expert insights to transform revenue cycle management with the latest in AI and healthcare technology.
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AI-powered member support: Built for real conversations, ready when members need it

See how AI is transforming contact centers with faster answers, less friction and more confident member experiences.