Claims Examiner - Workers Compensation
- Location: Los Angeles
- Job Type:Contract
Posted 5 days ago
- Expiry Date: 12 June 2022
JOB DESCRIPTION:
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
To analyze complex or technically difficult workers' compensation claims to determine benefits due; to work with high exposure claims involving litigation and rehabilitation; to ensure ongoing adjudication of claims within service expectations, industry best practices and specific client service requirements; and to identify subrogation of claims and negotiate settlements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyzes and processes complex or technically difficult workers' compensation claims by investigating and gathering information to determine the exposure on the claim; manages claims through well-developed action plans to an appropriate and timely resolution.
Negotiates settlement of claims within designated authority.
Calculates and assigns timely and appropriate reserves to claims; manages reserve adequacy throughout the life of the claim.
Calculates and pays benefits due; approves and makes timely claim payments and adjustments; and settles claims within designated authority level.
Prepares necessary state fillings within statutory limits.
Manages the litigation process; ensures timely and cost effective claims resolution.
Coordinates vendor referrals for additional investigation and/or litigation management.
QUALIFICATION:
Education & Licensing Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Professional certification as applicable to line of business preferred.
Experience Five (5) years of claims management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Requirements:
Examiner needs to be California WC certified.
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