Turnaround time (TAT) is a big deal for transcriptionists. The more you can increase your transcription speed, the more you can make as a freelance transcriptionist. Quick turnaround times also make you more attractive to employers and clients. But, how…
Most property and casualty claims adjusters will tell you that spotting fraudulent claims is sometimes more difficult than it seems. One case may seem blatantly obvious as fake, while it is in fact completely true. Another might appear to be…
In the insurance industry, time is money. Thus, it is important for claims representatives to have the right tools and processes to make their job as easy and efficient as possible. One way this is done is by having access…
As most workers’ compensation adjusters will tell you, sometimes the facts of a claim just don’t add up. In those instances, it is up to the file handler to dig a little deeper to determine whether or not they are…
Do you have a 911 call you need to obtain and present as evidence in a court case? This could be for any number of reasons where litigation follows your involvement in a 911 emergency, such as for insurance purposes…
Is transcription a “high risk” profession? Most would say no, of course not. Yet, this kind of work carries a considerable—and often overlooked—health risk. Anyone who types on a keyboard for many hours each day, over a long period, is…
As many adjusters already know, the insurance claims settlement process can sometimes be a difficult endeavor. It doesn’t matter if you typically handle first or third party claims; you’ll inevitably have to work with difficult parties and when this happens…
As a claims adjuster, you already know that part of the process in handling a file is making sure your policyholder fully understands what is happening and how to proceed. However, sometimes the way you go about having this conversation…
Most claims adjusters like to think of themselves as business professionals. After all, they show up to an office each day and handle files that can sometimes have serious outcomes. While this is certainly true, if you ask whether or…
If you’re an insurance claims adjuster, you probably understand just how important it is to complete your case files in a timely fashion. However, getting the job done the right way is just as vital as sticking to departmental timeframes.…
