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Mary Lou McLaughlan 8398 Elizabeth Lake Road * White Lake, Michigan 48386

* 248.698.4545 * 248.842.4621
* mm530554@westpost.net
WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIMS SPECIALIST
"Success is not a matter of desire, but the product of hard work."
Hands-on, motivational contributor with years of progressively challenging exper
ience achieving or exceeding desired business outcomes. Exceptional ability to c
learly translate complex issues into actionable plans aligned to short and long-
term requirements. Establish quick rapport with co-workers, professionals and st
aff. Exercise diplomacy and tact; enjoy a reputation of relational excellence, a
nd overcoming obstacles critical to performance metrics. Uphold highest standard
s for ethics and quality. Effectively evaluate and proactively manage performanc
e against relevant benchmarks. Thrive under pressure. Build and maintain excepti
onal, productive relationships with clients and colleagues.
CAREER TRACK
TRAVELERS INSURANCE Troy, Michigan
INVESTIGATIVE CASE MANAGER Since 2005
Responsible for aggressively investigating and handling lost time claims, with s
trong focus on customer satisfaction for large national accounts, including but
not limited to Masco Corporation, Coco-Cola, Herman Miller, Rite Aid Drug Stores
, and Lear Corporation. Work in close concert with clients, physicians, and clai
mants to gather information, confirm eligibility, and to make a timely determina
tion on compensability, coverage, and off set issues. Refer non-controverted cla
ims to appropriate Case Managers, and retain and manage controverted claims to f
inal conclusion. Assignments also include self-insured, mid-sized markets, and a
ssigned risk pool.
* Plan and conduct a thorough investigation on questionable claims. Liaise and c
ommunicate closely with medical professionals, insured, and injured employees to
gather information and make informed decisions.
* Develop litigation strategies as required in concert with Hearing Representati
ves and Defense Council of Travelers and the clients, and to maximize client abi
lity to pay or deny claims. On retained cases, estimate projected exposure to as
sist management in making sound decisions.
* Provide on-site claims training geared to assist Coca-Cola supervisors in the
importance of timely filing of workers' comp claims. Program spans 2.5 days to e
nsure all relevant personnel complete the program.
* Consistently delivered high-volume requirements at world-class level of qualit
y. Prepared for emerging client needs to guarantee satisfaction and facilitate l
ong-term business relationships. In addition, reduced inventory, and went above
and beyond to exceed management and client expectations.
WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIM PROFESSIONAL 1984 - 2005
Managed all accepted lost time claims, including CAT claims. Primary duties cons
isted of performing telephonic case management of Workers' Compensation claims.
Contacted injured worker, employer, and medical provides in a timely manner to g
ather relevant information to assist in the investigation and evaluation of the
claim. Managed to conclusion all lost time claims.
* Managed files, with an emphasis on file quality (including timely contact and
proper documentation), maximizing internal resources, and achieved a positive en
d result by returning injured party to work.
* Aggressively pursued claim resolution opportunities. Build strong partnership
with internal nurse resource (Medical Case Manager) in order to integrate the de
livery of medical services to the injured worker.
* Identified claim issues as they arose, and took appropriate steps to resolve t
hem or referred them to the Unit Manager for reassignment. Established appropria
te reserves to reflect claim exposure.
Continued
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* Workers' Compensation claim handling experience included investigation skill,
resolution skills, evaluation, negotiation, and reserving skills. Utilized compl
ete understanding of all policy, coverage, endorsement implications, AOE/COE iss
ues, technical and jurisdictional and case law knowledge. Other skills included
file management, technical, Customer Focus / Communication, Relationship Managem
ent, and Technology.
MEDICARE PROCESSOR 1974 - 1984
Worked in the Medicare Department. Reviewed skilled nursing homes and hospital b
illings for payment.
* Upon closure of department, transferred to the Workers' Compensation Departmen
t.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Numerous company-sponsored training sessions and workshops, including: MSA, Medi
cal Terminology, Litigation, Coverage, Reserve, Negotiating Settlements, Recorde
d Statements, and Customer Service.
Seminars include: Workers' Compensation in the State of Michigan, The Right Cour
se in Negotiations, Time Management, Power Communication Skills for Women
REFERENCES AND FURTHER DATA PROVIDED UPON
ESTABLISHMENT OF MUTUAL INTEREST

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