What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workers Compensation Medical Only Claim Representative position at Travelers Insurance?
Who Are We?
Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.
Compensation Overview
The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.
Salary Range
44,200.00 - $72,800.00
Target Openings
What Is the Opportunity?
Under moderate to direct supervision, this position is responsible for : Reviewing / evaluating, approving and processing Medical Only claims with : No lost time beyond statutory waiting period, No salary continuation, A return to full time work within 90 days if the injured worker is on modified duty and / or total medical paid generally not to exceed $5,000. No attorney involvement or ongoing litigation
As part of the hiring process, this position requires the completion of an online pre-employment assessment. Further information regarding the assessment including an accommodation process, if needed, will be provided at such time as your candidacy is deemed appropriate for further consideration.
What Will You Do?
- Identify red flags or other issues, such as medical treatment in excess of 180 days or $5,000 in medical expenses, or 90 days if the injured worker is on modified duty.
- Evaluate the need to transfer from medical only to the Investigative Case Unit or Return to Work Unit as appropriate.
- Respond to insured and injured worker and provider inquiries as necessary.
- Determine causal relatedness and medical necessity of minor medical conditions / treatment through the use of tools / guidelines (medical guidelines, medical position statements, etc.).
- Coordinate medical treatment as appropriate :
- Review, approve and make accurate / timely payment of appropriate medical bills and expenses in compliance with State regulations.
- Channel to preferred network as appropriate.
- Complete denials limited to medical issues and communicate denials to impacted parties.
- Identify the need for and engage nurse resource for utilization review when appropriate.
- File appropriate state forms.
- In order to perform the essential functions of this job, acquisition and maintenance of Insurance License(s) may be required to comply with state and Travelers requirements. Generally, license(s) must be obtained within three months of starting the job and obtain ongoing continuing education credits as mandated.
- Maintain Continuing Education requirements as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
What is a Must Have?
What Is in It for You?
Employment Practices
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that we can deliver the very best products and services when our workforce reflects the diverse customers and communities we serve. We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing the diverse talent of all of our employees and fostering an inclusive workplace, where we celebrate differences, promote belonging, and work together to deliver extraordinary results.
In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.
If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.
Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.
To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit http : / / careers.travelers.com / life-at-travelers / benefits / .
Salary : $44,200 - $72,800
