Claims adjusters, appraisers, examiners, and investigators evaluate insurance claims. They decide whether an insurance company must pay a claim, and if so, how much.
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- Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators
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What do they typically do
- Contact claimants' doctors or employers to get additional information on questionable claims
- Investigate, evaluate, and settle insurance claims
- Authorize payments
- Ensure that claims are not fraudulent
- Negotiate settlements
- Decide the amount that the insurance company should pay
- Confer with legal counsel on claims when needed
- Determine whether the insurance policy covers the loss claimed
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- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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