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Insurance Claim Adjustment

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<h1>Insurance Claim Adjustment</h1>
<p>This playbook outlines the sequential steps an insurance claims adjuster takes to evaluate an insurance claim. It explains the roles and responsibilities involved in assessing and resolving claims for policyholders.</p>

<h3>Step 1: Assignment</h3>
<p>Receive the insurance claim assignment from the insurance company and review the details of the policyholder's filed claim.</p>

<h3>Step 2: Initial Contact</h3>
<p>Initiate contact with the policyholder to acknowledge receipt of the claim and discuss the claim process.</p>

<h3>Step 3: Claim Investigation</h3>
<p>Investigate the claim by collecting evidence, such as photos from the scene, police reports, and witness statements. This step may also involve interviewing the policyholder and any involved parties.</p>

<h3>Step 4: Damage Evaluation</h3>
<p>Assess the damage to policyholder's property or possessions. This may include consulting with professionals or specialists for evaluations or quotes.</p>

<h3>Step 5: Coverage Review</h3>
<p>Review the insurance policy details to determine the coverage applicable to the claim and identify any exclusions or limits.</p>

<h3>Step 6: Report Preparation</h3>
<p>Prepare a detailed claim report which includes the assessment of the damage, investigation findings, coverage determination, and a recommendation for settlement.</p>

<h3>Step 7: Settlement Determination</h3>
<p>Based on the assessment and policy details, determine the claim settlement amount and communicate the decision to the policyholder.</p>

<h3>Step 8: Resolution</h3>
<p>Address any concerns or negotiations from the policyholder, and finalize the resolution of the claim either through payment, repair, replacement, or denial as per policy terms.</p>

<h3>Step 9: Documentation</h3>
<p>Ensure all steps of the claim process are thoroughly documented, including the rationale for settlement decisions, and file these documents appropriately as per company policy.</p>

<h3>Step 10: Follow-up</h3>
<p>Conduct a follow-up with the policyholder to ensure that the resolution is satisfactory and to answer any additional questions.</p>

<h2>General Notes</h2>

<h3>Continuing Education</h3>
<p>Claims adjusters should regularly update their knowledge of policy changes, new laws, and industry best practices through continuing education.</p>

<h3>Ethical Considerations</h3>
<p>Adjusters must handle all claims ethically, ensuring fairness to the policyholder while also protecting the interests of the insurance company.</p>