Occupation information for Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks United States

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Process new insurance policies, modifications to existing policies, and claims forms. Obtain information from policyholders to verify the accuracy and completeness of information on claims forms, applications and related documents, and company records. Update existing policies and company records to reflect changes requested by policyholders and insurance company representatives.

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Currently Employed: 259,000

Projected Annual Job Openings: 22,100

Typical Hourly Wage: $18.13 - $26.39

Typical Annual Salary: $37,710 - $54,890

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: High school diploma or equivalent

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: 1 to 12 months on-the-job training

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Prepare insurance claim forms or related documents, and review them for completeness.
Pay small claims.
Calculate amount of claim.
Post or attach information to claim file.
Transmit claims for payment or further investigation.
Contact insured or other involved persons to obtain missing information.
Review insurance policy to determine coverage.
Process and record new insurance policies and claims.
Process, prepare, and submit business or government forms, such as submitting applications for coverage to insurance carriers.
Organize or work with detailed office or warehouse records, using computers to enter, access, search or retrieve data.

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Tools:

Desktop calculator
Desktop computers
Dictation machines
Personal computers

Technology:

Accounting software
Data base user interface and query software
Electronic mail software
Internet browser software
Medical software

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