Medical Only Claims Representative

emcins; United States; Remote; USD 47.000 - 71.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

EMC Insurance Companies is seeking a dedicated Claims Adjuster to manage medical-only workers' compensation claims across multiple jurisdictions, verify coverage, reserves, and payments with careful documentation.

This remote, nationwide role requires one year of claims handling, an associate degree, licensure within six months, and strong investigative and communication skills to deliver excellent customer service.

Qualifikationen

• Associate degree or equivalent relevant experience required.
• One year of insurance or claims handling experience preferred.
• State licenses within six months of hire where applicable.
• Bachelor's degree may be considered in lieu of experience.

Aufgaben

• Investigates and manages medical-only workers' compensation claims across multiple jurisdictions.
• Communicates with insureds, injured employees, agents, and witnesses to gather information and provide updates.
• Confirms return-to-work status and medical care, using cost-containment resources.
• Establishes reserves, maintains claim documentation, and issues timely payments within authority.
• Completes required state reporting and Medicare documentation; prepares denial letters with manager approval.
• Promotes nurse support and preferred provider programs to insureds.
• Escalates claims when appropriate and supports team members.
• Keeps current on medical treatment and workers' compensation requirements; completes continuing education.

Kenntnisse

Claims handling

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Ethics / confidentiality

Ausbildung

Associate degree or equivalent

One year claims experience

Licenses within home state within 6 months

Bachelor's degree may substitute experience

Jobbeschreibung

At EMC, we're all about working together to make an impact. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow, contribute, and gain experience that matters. We strive to be caring leaders, close partners, and responsive experts-always supporting each other to do our best work. Join us, and let's improve lives together.

This position is eligible to work from home anywhere in the United States

Essential Functions

• Investigates and manages medical-only workers' compensation claims across multiple jurisdictions, verifying coverage, deductibles, compensability, and applicable requirements.
• Communicates promptly with insureds, injured employees, agents, and witnesses to gather information, explain the claims process, and provide status updates.
• Confirms return-to-work status and appropriate medical care, using cost-containment resources and medical management referrals as needed.
• Establishes appropriate reserves, maintains accurate claim documentation and follow-up schedules, and issues timely payments within assigned authority.
• Completes required state reporting and Medicare-related documentation and prepares denial letters with manager approval.
• Promotes nurse support, return-to-work, and preferred provider programs to insureds.
• Escalates claims when appropriate, prepares risk reports for Underwriting, and supports fellow Claims team members.
• Stays current on medical treatment and workers' compensation requirements and completes continuing education to maintain required licenses.

Education & Experience:

• Associate degree or equivalent relevant experience
• One year of insurance or claims handling experience or related experience
• Iowa and Wisconsin medical-only workers' compensation claims experience preferred; adjuster licensing preferred through the candidate's home state, where applicable, or Texas.
• Bachelor's degree may be considered in lieu of the experience requirement
• Attainment of all applicable state licenses within six months of hire

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of claims adjusting process preferred
• Good knowledge of computers
• Good investigative and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to adhere to high standards of professional conduct and code of ethics
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

The hiring salary range for this position will vary based on geographic location, falling within either of the following: $46,990 - $64,911 or $51,927 - $71,385 A hiring range represents a subset of the full salary range. The actual salary will depend on several factors, including relevant education, skills, and experience of an applicant, geographic location, and business needs.

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