Claims Consultant - Veterans Disability Appeals

VA Claims Consultant

Allsup LLC is a people-centered organization with a team of hundreds who are dedicated to helping people with disabilities lead lives that are as financially secure and healthy as possible. We enjoy working together to make a difference, get the job done, and find solutions for our customers.

You will enjoy a collaborative workplace, with rewarding results where your opinion matters. We have a great benefits package and paid time off program, with casual dress and a comfortable work environment. Many positions have no weekends, or minimal weekend work. You'll have a predictable work schedule, the potential to work from home, and enjoy an employee-centered work life and have fun.

Even better, you can develop your own knowledge and professional skills through a self-driven personal improvement approach to professional development. Our business takes complex federal programs and makes them easier for people to navigateincluding SSDI, veteran's disability, return to work and Medicare. Drive your expertise and advancement with the support of your supervisor and our organization.

What You'll Do

• Review and prepare a summary of the veteran's claims file which includes past and present VA decisions, analyzes medical evidence, reviews VA law and regulations, and determines any error of law administered by the Regional Office and / or Veteran Law Judge in order to compose the brief.
• Reviews medical records, applications on file, and the claim's agent medical development profile in order to determine which medical records to solicit from the claimant's medical providers. Selects appropriate disability benefit questionnaires and sends to the appropriate provider based upon the claimant's medical conditions.
• Assist claimants with drafting lay statements; drafting independent medical opinion request letters and case summaries for medical consultants; identifying and sending correct VA disability benefit questionnaires
• Reviews briefs written by claims agent providing proofreading and research as needed.
• Reviews cases for technical problems and medical eligibility.
• Research and identify reference material to support case development and documentation.
• Processes work in a timely and accurate manner.
• Accurately and thoroughly document system notes of all conversations and actions.
• Maintains technical knowledge of all VA programs and procedures.
• Reviews claims for viability and closure. Contacts claimant / clients to review and discuss.
• Participates in training sessions and demonstrations.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of claimant information, procedural manuals, client / prospect lists, information on new business ventures, and other confidential Allsup information.
• Mentor peers and support staff.
• Assist, on an as needed basis, with claims agent job functions. Including, but not limited to, claim status, drafting appeals, VA Forms, etc.
• Work on special projects

Qualifications

Benefits

Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in the job description are not exhaustive. The company may assign other tasks, duties and responsibilities with no prior notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer. ALL characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law.