Insurance Claims Clerk

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Ideal for detail-oriented individuals who enjoy problem-solving and data accuracy.
Ensure smooth processing of insurance claims, impacting clients' financial security.
Unique role in maintaining trust and transparency in the insurance industry.

💰 Earn $39K-$60K

📚 High School Diploma or GED

⏱️ 6–12 MONTH TRAINING

📈 -3.9% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Process new insurance policies, modifications to existing policies, and claims forms. Obtain information from policyholders to verify the accuracy and completeness of information on claims forms, applications and related documents, and company records. Update existing policies and company records to reflect changes requested by policyholders and insurance company representatives.

Prepare insurance claim forms or related documents, and review them for completeness.
Calculate amount of claim.
Post or attach information to claim file.
Transmit claims for payment or further investigation.
Contact insured or other involved persons to obtain missing information.

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Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED

Career Prospects

Shaky (Decreasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

6 months to 1 year

Job Openings

22,300 Annually

Median Earnings

$47,580 in California

$46,900 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Influencing or leading others
Relating with or serving others
Using data or completing tasks

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Equipment Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Monitoring
Operation and Control
Operations Monitoring

You value 🙏

Having support
Having freedom
Personal relationships

Deep Dive

Insurance Claims Clerk

Explore career pathways, key skills, and what each role has to offer.

Pathways to this Career

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-3 years

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ FINISH IN 6 months - 2 years

Apprenticeship

An apprenticeship typically offers a combination of hands-on training and classroom instruction, leading to practical skills, industry-specific knowledge, and the potential for long-term employment in a specific trade or profession.

🎓 Paid Work

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-5 years