PIP/MPC Claims Specialist | Auto Insurance Claims
- Investigate and evaluate auto accident claims by determining coverage eligibility, verifying policy terms, and analyzing causation related to injury and medical expenses.
- Review medical records, treatment plans, billing statements, and supporting documentation to assess the necessity, reasonableness, and relatedness of medical treatment.
- Manage first-party benefit claims including Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and Medical Payments Coverage (MPC), covering medical expenses, rehabilitation, lost wages, replacement services, and funeral benefits.
- Identify, pursue, and manage subrogation opportunities by investigating third-party liability, coordinating recovery efforts, and maximizing reimbursement for claim payments made.
- Negotiate settlements with healthcare providers, attorneys, and claimants to resolve medical bills, disputed charges, and injury-related claims within policy limits.
- Handle complex disputed claims, litigation matters, and legal inquiries by responding to subpoenas, attorney demands, and lawsuits while ensuring compliance with policy and regulatory standards.
- Detect potential fraud, billing discrepancies, and questionable treatment patterns, escalating concerns to Special Investigations Units (SIU) when necessary.
- Collaborate with internal departments, legal teams, medical professionals, and subrogation units to resolve claims efficiently and improve recovery outcomes.
- Consistently manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment, achieving monthly closure goals while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
- Demonstrate empathy, conflict resolution, and de-escalation skills when assisting customers through sensitive and emotionally challenging injury claims.