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Suzette Richards

Rochester,NH

Summary

Seasoned Long Term Disability Insurance Specialist with excellent planning and problem solving abilities. Offering thirty plus years of Underwriting, Claims and Customer service experience, willingness to take on any challenge. Organized, driven and adaptable professional with successful history managing high caseloads in fast-paced environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Long Term Disability Claims Specialist

Lincoln Financial Company
Dover, NH
02 28 18 - 02 14 20
  • Managed large block of claims to ensure claimant is eligible for continued disability benefits
  • Request and review updated medical records to support continued eligibility for benefits
  • Work closely with clinical , vocational and employer as needed to facilitate return to work opportunities
  • Prepare, update and utilize claim management plan to attain most appropriate outcome
  • Provide clear verbal and written communication to appropriate parties utilizing claims management system

Integrated Disability Management

Liberty Mutual Benefits Group
Dover , NH
06 01 97 - 02 28 18

Integrated Disability Management Services

  • Managed combined Long Term Disability Claims with associated Waiver of Premium Claims
  • Solid knowledge of employer policy , procedures and contract provisions
  • Frequent communication both verbal and written with outcome of investigation. Approval and/ or Denial of benefits

Life Underwriting Specialist

Liberty Mutual Group
Dover, NH
10.1986 - 06.1997
  • Processed requests for new policies, endorsements, cancellations and reinstatements.
  • Drafted correspondence regarding underwriting decisions, policy updates and other related matters.
  • Reviewed and evaluated applications for accuracy and completeness according to established guidelines.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries related to coverage options, policy changes and renewals.
  • Developed relationships with brokers, agents to promote products, services of the company.

Education

General Studies

Wells High School
Wells, ME
05-1984

Skills

  • Building Strong Relationships
  • Documentation Proficiency
  • Medical Terminology Expertise
  • Client Interviews
  • Database Management
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Insurance Terminology
  • Organizing and Prioritizing Work
  • Financial Transactions
  • Regulatory Compliance Adherence
  • Payment and Investigation Escalations

Affiliations

  • Enjoy the ocean , hiking with my German Shepherd , reading and volunteering in my community

Accomplishments

  • LOMA 1-4
  • Negotiation courses - Getting your results
  • Medical Terminology
  • Social Security Advocate Training
  • CA , NY NJ Statutory Training
  • HIPPA compliance
  • Fraud Fighter Award

Timeline

Life Underwriting Specialist

Liberty Mutual Group
10.1986 - 06.1997

Long Term Disability Claims Specialist

Lincoln Financial Company
02 28 18 - 02 14 20

Integrated Disability Management

Liberty Mutual Benefits Group
06 01 97 - 02 28 18

General Studies

Wells High School
Suzette Richards