Role Overview
As a Claims Assessor, you will be responsible for evaluating medical claims, particularly hospitalization and clinical claims, for group insurance policies. This role ensures claims are processed efficiently, accurately, and in a timely manner, while maintaining excellent service levels and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and assess inpatient (IP) and outpatient (OP) claims-including medical, surgical, and hospital cases-for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policy requirements.
- Ensure claims are processed in accordance with policy coverage, terms and conditions, regulatory standards, and internal guidelines.
- Carry out daily claims processing and checks, ensuring timely settlement within agreed turnaround times (TAT).
- Analyse CPF rejections by identifying root causes, resolving discrepancies, and implementing corrective actions to minimise recurrence.
- Perform daily second-level checks to maintain quality, consistency, and compliance in claims handling.
- Conduct weekly appeal audits to validate decisions, ensure proper case handling, and support continuous improvement.
- Investigate complex cases and client complaints, providing effective and timely resolutions while maintaining service quality.
- Liaise with healthcare providers, policyholders, and internal stakeholders to obtain required information for accurate claims evaluation.
- Identify and flag potentially fraudulent claims or irregular patterns, escalating cases according to established protocols.
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and support quality initiatives.
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation of claims assessments, decisions, audits, and reviews for reporting and audit readiness.
Key Requirements
- Diploma or higher educational qualification.
- Strong knowledge of health insurance policies and claims processes.
- At least 1 year of experience in claims assessment, preferably in health or insurance setting.
- Ability to interpret medical reports and understand medical terminology.
- Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
- Meticulous and high accuracy in claims processing.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.