A claims auditing professional with extensive experience in evaluating and verifying claims for compliance. Known for collaborative efforts and delivering consistent results in dynamic work environments. Reliable team player with strong commitment to adaptability and accuracy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Claims Auditor
IAT Insurance Company
10.2023 - Current
Conducted monthly calibration file reviews working closely with claim managers to drive technical claim performance
Assisted Vice President with researching the necessity of including the underwriting company on all claim’s communications utilizing AI, APCIA, Claim Tooklit and DOI websites
Completed monthly reviews of claim handler performance for the purpose of calibrating with claim managers
Mapped and constructed charts and graphs from existing Athenium data not included in our present contract
Auditor to Lead Claims Auditor
Cincinnati Insurance Company
01.2014 - Current
Developed focused audits highlighting workflow opportunities and participated in large scale reviews directly impacting claim file handlers’ performance reviews
Recognized potential risk in first party Medical Payment benefits and third-party bodily injury claims handling generating the development of a targeted baseline audit
Created baseline audits mitigating risk associated with Child Support Liens and Medicare regulations
Participated as the only auditor in Request for Proposal of a new claims system
Reviewed and evaluated Market Conduct Exam results across all states comparing exam findings against current state self-audit criteria requirements for changes, additions, and modifications
Conducted daily secondary reviews of auditors for required accuracy goals impacting performance reviews
Compiled, analyzed, and presented property, casualty, and worker’s compensation field claim manager scores of 700+ reviews enabling easier tabulation of goal measurements for our Field claims partners
Casualty Claims Manager
Nationwide Insurance Company
01.2005 - 01.2014
Midwest Claims Zone leader among 25+ manager recognized for consistent, quality performance in many important strategic objectives
Oversaw the hiring, training, supervision, and development of eight bodily injury claims associates, averaging district pending of 300+ claimants while also improving multiple customer-centric objectives
Administered midyear and annual performance evaluations in conjunction with salary administration; executed performance coaching plans, behavioral warnings, and disciplinary actions when necessary, including termination
Analyzed district territories against historical receipts and employee counts enabling more balanced distribution models
Exceeded corporate customer service requirements for four consecutive years
Casualty Quality Specialist
Nationwide Insurance Company
01.2002 - 01.2005
Organized and facilitated critical operational reviews for state and regional leadership directly contributing to increased claim handling technical success
Designed and prepared targeted reviews to meet state-specific needs at the request of Claims Director
Arranged confidential performance and operational reviews where necessary
Promoted and measured proper application of Best Claims Practices adherence
Constructed Claims Quality Specialist training manual for national team
Casualty Claims Associate
Nationwide Insurance Company
01.1994 - 01.2002
Gatekeeper to the ‘On Your Side’ experience
Executed timely contacts to Nationwide’s customers ensuring appropriate explanation of the claims process and fulfillment of customer expectations
Managed complex commercial claims as well as bodily injury claims in both face-to-face settings and by phone
Coordinated suit file litigation including attending depositions, mediations, and trials
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