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Janika Watts

Detroit,MI

Summary

Claims professional with extensive experience in managing and resolving insurance claims. Recognized for delivering high-quality service and achieving positive resolutions. Known for exceptional teamwork, adaptability, and proficiency in claims processing and customer service.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Disability Claim Specialist

Sedgwick
02.2022 - Current
  • Review incoming claims for accuracy and completeness in accordance with policy provisions.
  • Respond to inquiries from claimants, attorneys, medical providers. regarding the status of their claim.
  • Maintain timely and accurate records of all claim activity.
  • Assist in the development of new processes for handling claims more effectively.
  • Participate in special projects as assigned by management team.
  • Provide excellent customer service throughout the entire claims process.
  • Develop effective relationships with customers through communication via phone or email.
  • Ensure that all documentation was accurately entered into the system.
  • Review policies and procedures regularly to ensure they are up-to-date with industry standards.
  • Process payments accurately according to established timelines.
  • Process claims for payment or forwarded to appropriate personnel for further investigation
  • Examine claims, records and procedures to grant approval of coverage.

ADA Accommodations Coordinator

Sedgwick
06.2020 - 02.2024
  • Conducted initial employee interview per process guidelines
  • Informed claimants of the documentation required to process claims, the required time frames, and claims status either by phone, written correspondence, and/or the claims system.
  • Reviewed medical information to determine if the claimant met the requirements under the ADA, state, and/or client requirements for a qualifying condition.

Subrogation Customer Service Representative

Equiqan
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
  • Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Gathered customer feedback through surveys and used the data to improve customer service.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, updating databases and generating reports.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Answered incoming calls and emails, providing frontline customer support or assistance with product and service transactions.
  • Answered inbound calls, chats and emails to facilitate customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI

Skills

  • Claims analysis
  • Data quality assurance
  • Effective problem resolution
  • Effective relationship management
  • Strong numerical aptitude
  • Adaptability to change
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Proficient in computer applications
  • Effective communication skills
  • Collaborative team member
  • Flexible problem-solving
  • Critical analysis
  • Strategic decision-making

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Sr. Disability Claim Specialist

Sedgwick
02.2022 - Current

ADA Accommodations Coordinator

Sedgwick
06.2020 - 02.2024

Subrogation Customer Service Representative

Equiqan
08.2019 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Science -

Michigan State University
Janika Watts