Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) Consultant Job at The Hartford, United States

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  • The Hartford
  • United States

Job Description

Medical Reviewer - CT08BE We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. The PPD Clinical Consultant is accountable for the achievement of Claim Center goals specific to Permanent Partial Disability payments. In collaboration with the Claim Handler the PPD Clinical Consultant will apply his/her medical expertise to review impairment ratings utilizing AMA and state-specific software supported guidelines. The PPD Clinical Consultant will provide PPD-specific clinical support to the Claim Handler, collaborating to develop an appropriate fair PPD strategy to assist with settlement. + Review and interpret all treating physician impairment ratings and supportive medical records to determine impairment in accordance with the appropriate state guidelines + Apply findings into a comparative report used to clarify with treating physician rating results, and to support PPD recommendations, negotiations and outcomes measures + Provide clinical outcomes reports and expertise to NCM and Claim Handler to support PPD strategy + Utilize clinical knowledge and appropriate written and verbal skills to clearly communicate with treating providers via the Claim Handler + Participate in medical quality audits and reports (is this like the LOR/HQR) + Collaborate with Claim Handler to combine skills and experience to develop comprehensive PPD and assist with claim settlement strategies as needed Qualifications: + Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist or other related healthcare professional with a minimum of 3 years clinical practice, preferably in rehabilitation, orthopedics, neuro/neuro- surgery or occupational health + Professional certification is a plus (such as CCM, CRRN, CIRS, etc.) or Bachelors' degree in a health-related field + Experience with workers' compensation rules and regulations preferred + Understanding of PPD rules and requirements, claim management, case management, and/or utilization review methodology preferred + Excellent verbal and written communication skills + Strong organizational and prioritization skills + Computer proficiency Additional Information: + This role can have a Hybrid or Remote work arrangement. Candidates who live near one of our office locations (Hartford, CT, San Antonio, TX, Lake Mary, FL, Phoenix, AZ, Naperville, IL) will have the expectation of working in an office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).   Candidates who do not live near an office will have a remote work arrangement, with the expectation of coming into an office as business needs arise. Compensation The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is: $66,000 - $99,000 Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age About Us ( | Our Culture ( | What It's Like to Work Here ( | Perks & Benefits ( Every day, a day to do right. Showing up for people isn't just what we do. It's who we are - and have been for more than 200 years. We're devoted to finding innovative ways to serve our customers, communities and employees-continually asking ourselves what more we can do. Is our policy language as simple and inclusive as it can be? Can we better help businesses navigate our ever-changing world? What else can we do to destigmatize mental health in the workplace? Can we make our communities more equitable? That we can rise to the challenge of these questions is due in no small part to our company values that our employees have shaped and defined. And while how we contribute looks different for each of us, it's these values that drive all of us to do more and to do better every day. About Us ( Our Culture What It's Like to Work Here ( Perks & Benefits ( Legal Notice ( Accessibility StatementProducer Compensation ( EEO Privacy Policy ( California Privacy Policy Your California Privacy Choices ( International Privacy Policy Canadian Privacy Policy ( Unincorporated Areas of LA County, CA (Applicant Information) MA Applicant Notice (

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Temporary work, Work at office, Remote work, 3 days per week,

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