Workers Compensation Specialist

Erie Insurance-posted 3 days ago
$44,055 - $70,372/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Remote • Erie, PA
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At Erie Insurance, you're not just part of a Fortune 500 company; you're also a valued member of a diverse and inclusive team that includes more than 6,000 employees and over 13,000 independent agencies. Our Employees work in the Home Office complex located in Erie, PA, and in our Field Offices that span 12 states and the District of Columbia. Position Summary Responsible for handling Worker's Compensation claims within designated authority, exercising discretion and independent judgement in the decision-making process on medical only claims. This is a remote position, successful candidate will work from home and live within ERIE's Footprint The successful candidate will handle medical only claims for Pennsylvania jurisdictions.

  • Handles medical only workers' compensation claims. Investigates and determines compensability, checks coverage, establishes and maintains reserves, handles related correspondence and reports and maintains records. Reviews claim files on a regular basis and takes necessary follow up and/or closing action.
  • Establishes imediate contact with policyholders, claimants and medical providers. Contacts Agents as necessary.
  • Evaluates and resolves coverage questions, exercising discretion and independent judgement and in compliance with applicable workers' compensation law.
  • Receives, processes and takes appropriate action on claim-related communications, including bills, medical reports, specialist investigative reports and telephone calls. Determines claims to be paid, compromised.
  • Refers claim to WC Adjuster when nurse case management appears appropriate and in cases of suspected fraud.
  • Participates in informal presentations to Agents and Policyholders.
  • Assigns, monitors and controls activities of vendors in cost-effective manner.
  • Attends industry-related training programs to stay current on legal developments and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations impacting the operation of the department.
  • High School diploma or equivalent, required.
  • Successful completion of Introduction to Insurance, Introduction to Claims (AIC30) and medical interpretation course preferred.
  • Appropriate license as required by state.
  • Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work.
  • Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees' monthly premium costs.
  • Pension. We are one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.
  • 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
  • Paid time off. Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.
  • Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.
  • Additional benefits that include company-paid basic life insurance; short-and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.
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