Medical Only Claims Specialist

Company: CorVel Corporation
Location: Norristown
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Description CorVel in--Norristown, PA is seeking a full time Medical Only Claims Specialist. The Medical Only Claims Specialist manages non-complex and non-problematic, medical only claims and minor lost-time workers' compensation claims under close supervision, supporting the goals of claims department and of CorVel. About CorVel CorVel is a national provider of industry-leading risk management solutions for the workers' compensation, auto, health and disability management industries. CorVel was founded in 1987 and has been publically traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange since 1991. Our continual investment in human capital and technology enable us to deliver the most innovative and integrated solutions to our clients. We are a stable and growing company with a strong, supportive culture and plenty of career advancement opportunities. Over 3500 people working across the United States embrace our core values of Accountability, Commitment, Excellence, Integrity and Teamwork (ACE-IT!). A comprehensive benefits package is available for full-time employees and includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, and paid time off. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS--AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receives claims, confirms policy coverage and acknowledgement of the claim
• Determines the validity and compensability of the claim
• Establishes reserves and authorizes payments within established reserving authority limits
• Communicates claim status with the customer, claimant and client.
• Adheres to client and carrier guidelines and participates in claims review as needed.
• Assists other claims professionals with more complex or problematic claims as necessary.
• Additional projects and duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn rapidly to develop knowledge and understanding of claims practice, relevant statutes and medical terminology.
• Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize MS Office including Excel spreadsheets
• Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and related experience.
• Minimum of 1 year industry experience and claim handling
• IL--WC experience required
• IL--Workers Compensation Adjusters license required
• IL--certification required within 6 months of employment, if not already obtained.

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