Areck Ucuzian
Medical Director, Expert, Consultant, Vascular Surgeon, Researcher
- Role
- Medical Director - Focused Claims Review at Optum
- Location
- Baltimore, MD, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Areck Ucuzian
With a foundation in vascular surgery and a passion for education, I seek opportunities to help patients, health care providers, and industry professionals understand patient care and health care delivery. Whether in my capacity as a Medical Director at Optum Health or in my various expert consultation roles, I strive to help people live healthier lives, make the health system work better for everyone, and provide education regarding the appropriate use and delivery of healthcare resources. My proficiency in vascular diseases and medical jurisprudence shapes the standards of care in the industry.Experiences acquired over nine years as a Vascular Surgeon and Basic and Clinical Research Scientist at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Baltimore VA Medical Center have given me deep insight into the management of complex vascular conditions. In addition, with the help of my research teams, we contributed to the fundamental understanding of vascular diseases. Now, as a medical director and consultant, I build on that expertise to empower patients, providers, and payors with knowledge to foster informed healthcare decisions and improved outcomes.
Experience
Medical Director - Focused Claims Review
Jan 2025 — Present
Provide leadership, organization, and direction for the claims review program- Responsible for the overall quality, effectiveness and coordination of the medical services provided through Optum- Participate in all aspects of claim review services including provider telephonic discussions and provider appeals- Assist in the direction and oversight in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and clinical criteria for all medical programs and services- Serve as a liaison between Optum, physicians, and other medical service providers in selected situations primarily related to medical claim reviews.
Education
Tufts University School of Medicine
MD, Medicine
2000 — 2004
Cornell University
BA, Cell/Molecular Biology
1996 — 2000
Loyola University Chicago
PhD, Cell Biology, Neurobiology, Anatomy
2007 — 2010
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