How much does a Claims Clerk I make in California? The average Claims Clerk I salary in California is $44,202 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $39,784 and $49,618. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Claims Clerk I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Claims Clerk I Salary $35,762 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Claims Clerk I Salary $39,784 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Claims Clerk I Salary $44,202 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Claims Clerk I Salary $49,618 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Claims Clerk I Salary $54,550 CA March 26, 2024
25% $39,784 10% $35,762 90% $54,550 75% $49,618 $44,202 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Claims Clerk I need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Customer Service: Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.

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Futures: Futures are derivative financial contracts obligating the buyer to purchase an asset or the seller to sell an asset at a predetermined future date and set price.

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Life Insurance: Life Insurance can be defined as a contract between an insurance policy holder and an insurance company, where the insurer promises to pay a sum of money in exchange for a premium, upon the death of an insured person or after a set period

Customer Service 11.68%
Futures 2.14%
Life Insurance 1.44%
Others 84.74%

Job Description for Claims Clerk I

Claims Clerk I reviews insurance claim forms and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy and obtains missing information as necessary. Inputs claim information into system for processing. Being a Claims Clerk I verifies coverage eligibility. Calculates settlement amounts according to guidelines. Additionally, Claims Clerk I processes routine claim payments. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Claims Clerk I works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $42,238 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $42,839 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $44,362 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $42,158 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $41,076 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $43,721 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $42,358 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $39,914 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $48,891 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $48,770 Date Updated March 26, 2024

Career Path for Claims Clerk I

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Claims Clerk I, the first career path typically starts with an Appeal Resolution Specialist position, and then Appeal Resolution Supervisor.

The second career path typically starts with a Claims Clerk II position, and then progresses to Claims Manager.

Additionally, the third career path typically starts with a Claims Processing Clerk II - Healthcare position, and then progresses to Claims Processing Supervisor - Healthcare.

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