Job Description
: Sun Life embraces a hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with the flexibility of virtual work. Our team members and leaders are expected to foster connection and teamwork by being present in the office at least 2 days per week.The Opportunity:This position is responsible for reviewing claims, interpreting and comparing contracts, dispersing reimbursement, and ensuring that all claims contain the required documentation to support the Stop Loss claim determination. They are responsible for customer service, and the financial risk associated with an assigned block of Stop Loss claims. This requires applying the appropriate contractual provisions; plan specifications of the underlying plan document; professional case management resources; and claims practices, procedures and protocols to the medical facts of each claim to decide on reimbursement or denial of a claim.The incumbent is accountable for developing, coordinating and implementing a plan of action for each claim accepted to ensure it is managed effectively and all cost containment initiatives are implemented in conjunction with the clinical resources.Determine, on a timely basis, the eligibility of assigned claim by applying the appropriate contractual provisions to the medical facts and specifications of the claim
The ability to apply the appropriate contractual provisions (both from the underlying plan of the policyholder as well as the Sun Life contract) especially with regard to eligibility and exclusions
Maintain claim block and meet departmental production and quality metrics
An awareness of industry claim practices
Prepare written rationale of claim decision based on review of the contractual provisions and plan specifications and the analysis of medical records
Knowledge of legal risk and regulatory/statutory guidelines HIPPA, privacy, Affordable Health Care Act, etc.
Understand where, when and how professional resources both internal and external, e.g. medical, investigative and legal can add value to the process
Establish cooperative and productive relationships with professional resources
Bachelor's degree preferred
A minimum of three to five years’ experience processing first dollar medical claims or stop loss claim processing
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a cohesive team
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of Stop Loss Claims and Stop Loss industry preferred
Demonstrated success in negotiation, persuasion, and solutions-based underwriting
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; flexibility to handle multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism
Overall knowledge of health care industry
Proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite of products
Ability to travel
Job Category:
Claims - Health & DentalPosting End Date:
30/03/2026Stop Loss & Health Claim Analyst • Sun Life Wellesley