10 Factors Top Performing Claims Adjusters Have in Common

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October 21st, 2019

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Having numerous high-performing claims adjuster on the payroll is a huge asset for any insurance company. Their value is undeniable as they produce quality work with few errors. However, while the number of claims an adjuster processes is an easy metric to gauge productivity, several other elements set excellent adjusters a notch above the rest:

Reliability

While every employer expects his or her employees to arrive on time, reliability delves much deeper than that. Top-performing adjusters display this by:

  1. Completing claims in a timely manner
  2. Displaying integrity in their work
  3. Utilizing critical-thinking skills
  4. Taking steps to improve themselves

People Skills

Because adjusters often work with individuals following a loss, they must possess a compassionate temperament. Excellent claims adjuster take this a step further by:

  1. Employing good communication throughout the entire claim cycle
  2. Using negotiation skills to ensure the best outcome for the client
  3. Always keeping customer satisfaction at the forefront of their actions

Competency

Even if adjusters are reliable and good communicators, they need to be well versed in their craft. The best adjusters shine in the following areas:

  1. Estimating accuracy so the insurer doesn’t overpay but the client still receives a fair settlement
  2. Superior documenting skills so all work is verifiable and beyond reproach
  3. Comprehensive knowledge of policies to ensure claims accuracy

Having high-quality claims adjusters is a huge asset for insurance companies, but adjusters are only as good as the systems they use. If your claims process is holding back your adjusters from working to the best of their abilities, Actec can help. Contact us to learn more about our full-cycle claim and incident reporting solutions.