Claims Handler Salary in Syracuse, NY

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How much does a Claims Handler make in Syracuse, NY? The average Claims Handler salary in Syracuse, NY is $40,399 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $36,389 and $45,378. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Workers' Compensation Claims Handler- Automotive Plant

G-TECH Services - Wayne , MI

Workers' Compensation Claims Handler- Automotive Plant Workers' Compensation Claims Handler at the Plant with a focus on excellent customer service, quality claims handling, and loss cost management

ZipRecruiter - 7 days ago

Claims Handler / Xactimate Estimator

SEVERE STORM PRO LLC - Langhorne , PA

We are seeking a professional and knowledgeable Claims Handler to join our team at Severe Storm Pro. In this role, you will examine the property damage through our sales representatives' photos ...

ZipRecruiter - 28 days ago

Claims Handler/Estimator

Fusion Claims Consultants, LLC - Belcamp , MD

Role Description We are seeking a Claims Handler who is passionate about embodying our core values of collaboration, transparency, and innovation. This full-time, hybrid role, based in Belcamp, MD ...

ZipRecruiter - 83 days ago

Claims Analyst - Workers Compensation

Optimal Inc. - Wayne , MI

Workers' Compensation Claims Handler at the Plant with a focus on excellent customer service, quality claims handling, and loss cost management. Plant-based position with hybrid work schedule to be ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 6 days ago

Assistant Claims Manager - HML

Beazley Group - Boston , MA

An independent Claims Handler role focused on low to mid value Employment Practices Liability claims with no significant coverage issues to help achieve the Beazley vision of being the highest ...

Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 9 days ago

Customer Service Specialist

RemX - Richmond , VA

Assign claims to appropriate claims handler. * Enter faxed claims into automated systems. * Assist Insured's, Claimants, and Agents regarding questions or problems associated with claims. * Document ...

ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago

What does a Claims Handler do?

Common responsibilities of a Claims Handler

Evaluate and investigate policy coverage, liability and damages in a timely manner while following a set of general claims and statutory guidelines.

August 05, 2022

Leads operational process improvement initiatives based on data and trend analysis.

January 28, 2023

Plans, recommends and implements major process improvement initiatives in alignment with other key stakeholders and according to IRM guidelines.

February 08, 2023

Serves as a technical expert within the department through mentoring, cross training and knowledge sharing.

February 14, 2023

Collaborates with Reporting Analyst to create standard reports and processes for monitoring and benchmarking claim activity and claim results to senior management.

February 17, 2023

Assist internal and external customers with problems or questions regarding claims by phone or through written correspondence while providing a high level of customer service.

April 25, 2023

Prepare timely and accurate reports to management regarding significant claim developments.

April 26, 2023

Makes financial decisions based upon structured guidelines, policies and procedures.

April 27, 2023

Communicate with involved parties and negotiate appropriate settlements with claimants, insureds and attorneys within approved payment authority.

May 01, 2023

Respond to internal requests for information from management, reinsurers, auditors, etc.

May 07, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Claims Handler in Syracuse, NY

Average Base Salary

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36389

45378

40399

Average Total Cash Compensation

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36967

46776

41253

What is the average salary for Claims Handler in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Claims Handler in Syracuse, NY. The base salary for Claims Handler ranges from $36,389 to $45,378 with the average base salary of $40,399. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,967 to $46,776 with the average total cash compensation of $41,253.

View Average Salary for Claims Handler as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$40,399	$36,389 - $45,378
Bonus	$855	$578 - $1,398
Total Pay	$41,253	$36,967 - $46,776

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Claims Handler Salary Near Syracuse, NY

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Clay, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,409 - $45,402	COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Utica, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,642 - $44,447	COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Binghamton, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,283 - $43,999	COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,089 - $45,003	COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Rochester, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,089 - $45,003	COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Schenectady, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,060 - $46,215	COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY

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About Syracuse, New York

Syracuse is located at 43°2′49″N 76°8′40″W / 43.04694°N 76.14444°W / 43.04694; -76.14444 (43.046899, -76.144423). It is located about 87 miles (140 km) east of Rochester, 131 miles (210 km) east of Buffalo,and 150 miles (240 km) west of the state capital Albany. It is also the halfway point between New York City and Toronto, about 245 miles (390 km) from each, Toronto to the northwest and NYC to the southeast. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 25.6 square miles (66 square kilometres), of which 25.1 square miles (65 square kilometres) is land and 0.6...

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About Syracuse, New York Syracuse is located at 43°2′49″N 76°8′40″W / 43.04694°N 76.14444°W / 43.04694; -76.14444 (43.046899, -76.144423). It is located about 87 miles (140....More

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