Sr Associate - Health claims (CL&MR)

ACKO
ACKO

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Posted on Nov 11, 2026

Key Responsibilities

  1. File Review & Assessment

  • Review all open claim files assigned (cashless & reimbursement).

  • Verify completeness of documentation (pre-authorization forms, discharge summaries, bills, prescriptions, investigation reports, etc.).

  • Check for missing or inconsistent information and initiate follow-ups with hospitals, TPAs, or claimants.

  • Evaluate medical necessity of treatments against standard guidelines and policy coverage.

  • Identify any non-payable items, exclusions, or excess billing.

  1. Policy & Compliance Verification

  • Ensure all claims are adjudicated as per policy wordings, benefit plans, exclusions, and sub-limits (if applicable).

  • Maintain compliance with IRDAI regulations and company SOPs.

  • Escalate potential cases of fraud, abuse, or misrepresentation to the investigation team.

  1. Coordination & Communication

  • Liaise with medical panel doctors, TPAs, hospital coordinators, and internal claims teams for clarifications.

  • Provide accurate updates on claim status and pending requirements.

  • Ensure professional and clear communication with all stakeholders.

  1. Quality & Process Improvement

  • Track claim pendency, turnaround time (TAT), and provide periodic reports on open files.

  • Contribute to process improvements to minimize open file pendency.

  • Assist in root cause analysis for delays and recommend corrective measures.


Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of health insurance policies, medical terminology, and hospital billing practices.

  • Ability to interpret policy wordings, exclusions, and benefit clauses.

  • Analytical thinking with attention to detail.

  • Good communication and coordination skills.

  • Proficiency in MS Office and claims management systems.


Qualifications & Experience

  • Graduate MBBS,BAMS,BHMS,BDS.

  • 1–4 years’ experience in health insurance claims adjudication, TPA operations, or hospital billing.


Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Timely closure of open claims within defined TAT.

  • Accuracy in claim review and adjudication.

  • Reduction in repeated queries or rework.

  • Compliance adherence (regulatory and internal SOPs).

  • Quality of documentation and escalation.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Claims Processing & Adjudication

  • Receive and validate OPD claims submitted by policyholders (consultation, diagnostics, pharmacy bills, preventive health check-ups, etc.).

  • Check claim forms, prescriptions, invoices, and supporting medical documents for accuracy and completeness.

  • Verify eligibility, coverage limits, exclusions, and waiting periods under the policy.

  • Identify non-payable expenses and process the payable amount as per policy terms.

  • Ensure claims are settled within the defined turnaround time (TAT).

  1. Medical & Financial Scrutiny

  • Validate medical necessity for consultations, diagnostics, and prescribed medications.

  • Cross-check billing and pricing norms against market standards and internal guidelines.

  • Flag suspicious or inflated claims for investigation.

  1. Coordination & Communication

  • Liaise with insured members, hospitals, diagnostic centers, and pharmacies for clarifications or missing documents.

  • Escalate complex cases to senior medical officers or investigation team where required.

  • Provide clear and professional communication to customers regarding claim approvals, deductions, or rejections.

  1. Compliance & Quality Assurance

  • Adhere to IRDAI regulations and company SOPs in claim adjudication.

  • Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for every claim.

Participate in internal audits and quality checks to ensure process compliance.