Claims Representative - Workers Comp REMOTE
Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague.
A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring.
It means having flexibility and time for all the things that are important to you.
Its an opportunity to do something meaningful, each and every day.
Its having support for your mental, physical, financial and professional needs.
It means sharpening your skills and growing your career.
And it means working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and inclusive.
A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to make a positive impact on the world through the people and organizations we serve.
If you are someone who is driven to make a difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if youre someone who cares, theres a place for you here.
Join us and contribute to Sedgwick being a great place to work.
Great Place to Work Most Loved Workplace Forbes Best-in-State Employer Claims Representative - Workers Comp REMOTE PRIMARY PURPOSE :
To process low level workers compensation claims to determine benefits due; to ensure ongoing adjudication of claims within company standards and industry best practices; and to identify subrogation of claims and negotiate settlements with general supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Processes low level workers compensation claims determining compensability and benefits due on long term indemnity claims, monitors reserve accuracy, and files necessary documentation with state agency.
Develops and coordinates low level workers compensation claims' action plans to resolution, return-to-work efforts, and approves claim payments.
Approves and processes assigned claims, determines benefits due, and administers action plan pursuant to the claim or client contract.
Administers subrogation of claims and negotiates settlements.
Communicates claim action with claimant and client.
Ensures claim files are properly documented and claims coding is correct.
May process low-level lifetime medical and/or defined period medical claims which include state and physician filings and decisions on appropriate treatments recommended by utilization review.
Maintains professional client relationships.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).
Travels as required.
QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
Experience Two (2) years of claims management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience or successful completion of Claims Representative training required.
Skills & Knowledge
Developing knowledge of regulations, offsets and deductions, disability duration, medical management practices and Social Security and Medicare application procedure as applicable to line of business
Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Service Expectations WORK ENVIRONMENT When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental:
Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical:
Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual:
Hearing, vision and talking NOTE :
Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.
They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.
Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience.
You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do.
Caring counts Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions.
Every day, in every time zone, the most well-known and respected organizations place their trust in us to help their employees regain health and productivity, guide their consumers through the claims process, protect their brand and minimize business interruptions.
Our more than 30,000 colleagues across 80 countries embrace our shared purpose and values as they demonstrate what it means to work for an organization committed to doing the right thing one where caring counts.
Watch this video to learn more about us.
(https:
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youtube.
com/watch?v=ywxedjBGSfA) Recommended Skills Analytical Claim Processing Communication Coordinating Interpersonal Skills Literacy Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring.
It means having flexibility and time for all the things that are important to you.
Its an opportunity to do something meaningful, each and every day.
Its having support for your mental, physical, financial and professional needs.
It means sharpening your skills and growing your career.
And it means working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and inclusive.
A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to make a positive impact on the world through the people and organizations we serve.
If you are someone who is driven to make a difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if youre someone who cares, theres a place for you here.
Join us and contribute to Sedgwick being a great place to work.
Great Place to Work Most Loved Workplace Forbes Best-in-State Employer Claims Representative - Workers Comp REMOTE PRIMARY PURPOSE :
To process low level workers compensation claims to determine benefits due; to ensure ongoing adjudication of claims within company standards and industry best practices; and to identify subrogation of claims and negotiate settlements with general supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Processes low level workers compensation claims determining compensability and benefits due on long term indemnity claims, monitors reserve accuracy, and files necessary documentation with state agency.
Develops and coordinates low level workers compensation claims' action plans to resolution, return-to-work efforts, and approves claim payments.
Approves and processes assigned claims, determines benefits due, and administers action plan pursuant to the claim or client contract.
Administers subrogation of claims and negotiates settlements.
Communicates claim action with claimant and client.
Ensures claim files are properly documented and claims coding is correct.
May process low-level lifetime medical and/or defined period medical claims which include state and physician filings and decisions on appropriate treatments recommended by utilization review.
Maintains professional client relationships.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).
Travels as required.
QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
Experience Two (2) years of claims management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience or successful completion of Claims Representative training required.
Skills & Knowledge
Developing knowledge of regulations, offsets and deductions, disability duration, medical management practices and Social Security and Medicare application procedure as applicable to line of business
Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Service Expectations WORK ENVIRONMENT When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental:
Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical:
Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual:
Hearing, vision and talking NOTE :
Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.
They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.
Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience.
You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do.
Caring counts Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions.
Every day, in every time zone, the most well-known and respected organizations place their trust in us to help their employees regain health and productivity, guide their consumers through the claims process, protect their brand and minimize business interruptions.
Our more than 30,000 colleagues across 80 countries embrace our shared purpose and values as they demonstrate what it means to work for an organization committed to doing the right thing one where caring counts.
Watch this video to learn more about us.
(https:
//www.
youtube.
com/watch?v=ywxedjBGSfA) Recommended Skills Analytical Claim Processing Communication Coordinating Interpersonal Skills Literacy Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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