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Claims Processing Audit Checklist

Ensure accurate and compliant claims handling! Our Claims Processing Audit Checklist streamlines your review process, identifies vulnerabilities, and minimizes errors - boosting efficiency and safeguarding your insurance business. Download now for a comprehensive audit framework.

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Claim Intake & Verification

1 of 10

Review processes for receiving, logging, and verifying claim information.

Claim Received Date

Claim Number

Claim Type

Initial Description of Loss

Policy Status Verification

Supporting Documents (e.g., Police Report)

Coverage Validation

2 of 10

Assess accuracy and thoroughness of policy coverage verification.

Policy Type Verified?

Coverage Endorsements Applied?

Summary of Coverage Validation Findings

Policy Effective Date

Date of Coverage Validation Completion

Coverage Areas Validated (Select All That Apply)

Was Policy Exclusions Reviewed?

Damage Assessment & Documentation

3 of 10

Evaluate methods for damage assessment, photographic evidence, and estimating repair costs.

Description of Damage

Photos of Damage (Front)

Photos of Damage (Rear)

Photos of Damage (Side)

Estimated Repair Cost

Damage Severity (e.g., Minor, Moderate, Severe)

Date of Damage Assessment

Time of Damage Assessment

Reserves & Payment Authorization

4 of 10

Check adherence to reserve setting guidelines and payment authorization protocols.

Initial Reserve Amount

Reserve Rationale/Justification

Date Reserve Set

Adjusted Reserve Amount (if applicable)

Explanation of Reserve Adjustment (if applicable)

Date of Reserve Adjustment (if applicable)

Authorization Level Required

Authorizing Manager Signature

Vendor Management (If Applicable)

5 of 10

Audit processes for selecting, managing, and billing from third-party vendors.

Vendor Selection Process

Number of Vendors Used

Vendor Contract Review Process Description

Vendor Contract (Example)

Vendor Performance Monitoring

Average Vendor Response Time (Days)

Regulatory Compliance

6 of 10

Verify compliance with relevant state and federal insurance regulations.

Applicable State Regulations (Check all that apply)

Summary of Key Regulatory Changes Implemented

Date of Last Regulatory Compliance Training

Number of Regulatory Exams Passed (Last 12 Months)

Upload Documentation of Compliance with Specific Regulation (e.g., 2110)

Confirmation of Adherence to Prompt Payment Laws?

Description of Processes to ensure Compliance with Unfair Claims Practices Acts

Customer Communication

7 of 10

Assess communication quality and timeliness throughout the claims process.

Initial Contact Method

Summary of Initial Conversation

Date of Initial Contact

Time of Initial Contact

Communication Topics Covered

Customer Concerns/Feedback

Resolution Offered (If Applicable)

Claim Closure & Reporting

8 of 10

Review procedures for claim closure, documentation, and reporting.

Claim Closure Date

Claim Closure Summary

Total Paid Amount

Claim Status

Supporting Documents

Supporting Documentation

Claim Reference Number (for reporting)

Fraud Prevention

9 of 10

Evaluate measures in place to detect and prevent fraudulent claims.

Claimant Relationship to Insured?

Claim Amount (USD)

Describe any unusual claim circumstances.

Which red flags were observed?

Date of Incident

Upload supporting documentation (e.g., police report, medical records)

Suspected Fraudulent Activity?

Data Security & Privacy

10 of 10

Confirm protection of sensitive claimant data and adherence to privacy regulations.

Data Encryption Method Used

Detailed Description of Encryption Process

Access Controls Implemented

Description of Access Control Measures

Compliance Framework Adherence

Date of Last Security Audit

Summary of Audit Findings and Remediation Steps

Data Privacy Policy Document

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