Claims Consultant – Veterans Disability Appeals

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Review and prepare summaries of veterans’ claims files, which include VA decisions and medical evidence.

• Analyze VA laws and regulations to identify legal errors and compose briefs accordingly.

• Examine medical records, applications, and medical development profiles to determine necessary records to request.

• Choose and dispatch appropriate disability benefit questionnaires to medical providers.

• Assist claimants in drafting lay statements.

• Draft letters requesting independent medical opinions and create case summaries.

• Identify and send the correct VA disability benefit questionnaires.

• Review claims-agent briefs, providing proofreading and conducting research.

• Evaluate cases for technical issues and medical eligibility.

• Research reference materials to support case development and documentation.

• Process work accurately and in a timely manner.

• Document conversations and actions in system notes.

• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of VA programs and procedures.

• Review claims for viability and closure.

• Contact claimants and clients to discuss and review cases.

• Participate in training sessions and demonstrations.

• Mentor peers and support staff.

• Assist with claims-agent tasks, including claim status updates, drafting appeals, and completing VA forms.

• Work on special projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.

• A minimum of two years of experience handling Veteran's disability claims is necessary.

• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.

• Ability to learn and apply technical instructions effectively.

• Professional communication skills for oral and telephone interactions.

• Excellent organizational skills are required.

• High level of initiative is expected.

• Proficiency in Word and Excel is essential.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality concerning claimant information and other sensitive Allsup information.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Paid time off program.

• Casual dress code.

• Comfortable working environment.

• Many positions require no weekends or have minimal weekend work.

• Predictable work schedule.

• Opportunities for remote work.

• Employee-focused work-life balance.

• Self-driven approach to personal improvement and professional development.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• 401(K) Matching.

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• Paid Time Off.

• Paid Holidays.

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options.

• Tuition Reimbursement.

• Pet Insurance.

• Employee Assistance Program.