Claims Adjuster - Workers Compensation

Synectics Inc
Orange, CA, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

To analyze mid- and higher-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.

Manages 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 manages workers compensation claims' action plans to resolution, coordinates return-to-work efforts and approves claim payments.

Approves and processes assigned claims, determines benefits due, and manages action plan pursuant to the claim or client contract.

Manages 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 complex 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.

Supports the organization's quality program(s).

Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

SIP is preferred not mandatory.

Min 3 Years of CA claims handling experience required.

4 years of claims management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Subject matter expert of appropriate insurance principles and laws for line-of-business handled, recoveries offsets and deductions, claim and disability duration, cost containment principles including medical management practices and Social Security and Medicare application procedures 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

Excellent negotiation skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to meet or exceed Service Expectations

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

Remote in CA preferred. If candidate is from other state, 3 years of CA Claims handling experience is must.

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