Associate Claims Representative (Remote)

MEM•St. Louis, MO

7d•Remote

About The Position

MEM Insurance is looking for an Associate Claims Representative to join their Claims team. This role involves independently managing a caseload of workers’ compensation claims. Responsibilities include investigating coverage and compensability, coordinating medical care, managing disability and return-to-work processes, and supporting fair, well-documented claim resolutions. The representative will work closely with medical providers, policyholders, attorneys, and internal partners to ensure injured workers receive quality care while protecting the financial well-being of policyholders. This is a professional-level role that balances analytical decision-making with compassionate customer service.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience required
1–2 years of claims handling experience with exposure to workers’ compensation preferred
Valid driver’s license required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
AIC or other insurance designations preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough investigations of workers’ compensation claims, including coverage analysis, compensability decisions, and collection of statements and documentation.
Identify coverage concerns, subcontractor issues, or other complexities and escalate when appropriate.
Maintain well-organized claim files with clear documentation, action plans, and timely updates.
Establish, monitor, and adjust reserves to ensure accuracy and alignment with corporate expectations.
Manage claims from initial report through final disposition, prioritizing workload to meet quality and productivity standards.
Oversee the medical aspects of claims, ensuring injured workers receive appropriate, cost-effective treatment.
Collaborate with network providers, Nurse Case Management, Utilization Management, and specialists to guide care decisions.
Review and process medical bills with accuracy and timeliness.
Secure wage statements, calculate disability benefits correctly, and ensure payments follow statutory requirements.
Manage Return-to-Work efforts, educating policyholders on light-duty options and helping employees resume safe, meaningful work.
Identify potential fraud indicators and collaborate with the Special Investigations Unit as needed.
Investigate subrogation opportunities and document third-party liability to maximize recovery.
Recognize when field visits or surveillance may be beneficial and coordinate those activities responsibly.
Obtain required disability ratings and evaluate settlement options within authority limits.
Collaborate with internal and external counsel to execute legal strategy, review legal bills, and ensure litigation guidelines are followed.
Address Medicare exposure appropriately, securing Medicare Set-Asides when required.
Identify opportunities for structured settlements.
Communicate claim status to policyholders, producers, and internal stakeholders with professionalism and clarity.
Provide claim updates on high-profile or high-dollar cases as requested.
Partner with Underwriting, Premium Consultation, and Loss Prevention on risk concerns and claim trends.
Support team members when colleagues are out of office.
Engage in ongoing learning to stay current with workers’ compensation laws, regulations, and industry practices.
Assist in onboarding and supporting new Claims team members.