Underwriter III

Allied National - Shawnee, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Shawnee, KS

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Allied National is looking for an experienced Medical Underwriter to join their Underwriting Department. This role involves applying knowledge of the company's products and underwriting manuals while working collaboratively in a team environment. The underwriter will be responsible for evaluating medical risks and making rate recommendations, serving as a key communication link between the underwriting team, Account Executives, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite New Business according to parameter guidelines and determine eligibility for health insurance based on eligibility information.
• Review Medical Load Reports and evaluate appropriate medical risk.
• Review Participation Worksheets and Group Eligibility prepared by level 2 underwriters.
• Analyze Current Carrier Bills and Renewal Rates against census and Allied generated rates.
• Conduct employer phone calls and contact individual applicants for additional health information or clarification as needed.
• Create Self-Funded Accounts in AI.
• Review monthly manual dental renewals and populate spreadsheets with rating recommendations for management approval.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• One to two years related work experience or equivalent college education.
• Certification in Medical Terminology I and II.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret information from product brochures, certificates, and insurance contracts.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Minimum 4 years of office experience or equivalent college education.
• Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology.
• Very strong knowledge and understanding of medical terminology.
• Minimum 3 years experience in the insurance industry, including 1-2 years experience in group and individual medical underwriting preferred, or equivalent medical background.