Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks
Process new insurance policies, modifications to existing policies, and claims forms. Obtain information from policyholders to verify the accuracy and completeness of information on claims forms, applications and related documents, and company records. Update existing policies and company records to reflect changes requested by policyholders and insurance company representatives.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks to decrease by -1.9% between 2024 and 2034, from 239,100 to 234,700 jobs. Its estimate of 17,500 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($49,230), education (High school diploma or equivalent), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
239,100
Projected employment (2034)
234,700
Projected change (2024–2034)
-2%
Annual openings (projected average)
17,500
Pay & Preparation
$49,230
High school diploma or equivalent
None
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (3.5/5) • Time Management (3.5/5) • Speaking (3.38/5) • Critical Thinking (3.25/5) • Active Listening (3.25/5) • Coordination (3.12/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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