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Uniprise
EFFICIENT, SIMPLIFIED SERVICE
Uniprise operates an advanced service environment that provides employers and their employees
with faster, more effective service at a lower cost. Uniprise has a flexible and scalable infrastructure
built on an integrated operating platform, which can combine UnitedHealthcare networks,
benefits from Specialized Care Services, and benefit offerings from outside vendors chosen by
customers to create simple, broad-based benefits packages.
Uniprise is a clear leader in Internet-based service capabilities, giving customers online, real-time
access to services, transactions and information through fully functional, Web-enabled service
portals. A single login gives employers easy access to integrated transaction services including:
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Enrollment services.
Instant access to integrated eligibility data enables single-entry eligibility
changes and real-time eligibility updates.
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Claim services.
Employers can access aggregated claim data instantly.
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Reporting.
A fully integrated desktop solution gives employers reporting and analytic tools
that help them evaluate performance and identify trends.
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Electronic billing.
Electronic billing capability eliminates paper invoices and enables employers
to review and adjust bills online and remit payments electronically. This service, which is surpassing
planned adoption targets, reduces costs and simplifies administrative processes for customers.
BROAD CARE ACCESS AND EXCEPTIONAL VALUE
Uniprise delivers exceptional value through access to the entire UnitedHealth Group universe
of hospitals, clinics, physicians, pharmacy services and ancillary care providers. Vast and easy
access to services at exceptional rates translates into aggregate cost advantages for employers
and consumers.
Uniprise is the leading provider of benefit delivery and service solutions for large, complex
employers and insurers. In 2001, Uniprise served more than 1.3 million new individuals and
currently serves more than 8.5 million individuals associated with nearly 300 organizations.
KEY FACTS
[FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE ]
(in millions) 2 0 0 1 2 0 0 0 1 9 9 9
Revenues $2,462 $2,140 $1,865
Earnings From Operations $374 $289 $222
Operating Margin 15.2 % 13.5 % 11.9 %
Return on Net Assets 37.2 % 30.6 % 22.6 %
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