Claims Consultant – Veterans Disability Appeals

Allsup

. Review and prepare summaries of veterans’ claims files, including VA decisions and medical evidence .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $47,500 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in reviewing and preparing veterans' claims files, analyzing VA law, and drafting legal documents. Proficient in maintaining confidentiality and providing exceptional communication and organizational skills in a claims handling environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Veteran's Disability Claims HandlingLegal Analysis and Brief CompositionOral and Written Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTechnical Knowledge of VA Programs

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Hard Skills

Claims File ReviewLegal ResearchMedical Record AnalysisDrafting Medical Opinion RequestsProofreadingCase Summary PreparationDisability Benefit QuestionnairesClaims ProcessingTechnical Instruction ApplicationConfidentiality Maintenance

Soft Skills

Strong InitiativeProfessional CommunicationMentoringCollaborationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

VA LawVeterans AffairsDisability BenefitsClaims ManagementMedical Eligibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and prepare summaries of veterans’ claims files, including VA decisions and medical evidence
Analyze VA law and regulations and determine errors of law to compose briefs
Review medical records, applications, and medical development profiles to determine records to solicit
Select and send appropriate disability benefit questionnaires to medical providers
Assist claimants with drafting lay statements
Draft independent medical opinion request letters and case summaries
Identify and send correct VA disability benefit questionnaires
Review claims-agent briefs, providing proofreading and research
Review cases for technical problems and medical eligibility
Research reference material to support case development and documentation
Process work accurately and timely
Document conversations and actions in system notes
Maintain technical knowledge of VA programs and procedures
Review claims for viability and closure
Contact claimants/clients to review and discuss cases
Participate in training sessions and demonstrations
Mentor peers and support staff
Assist with claims-agent functions, including claim status, drafting appeals, and VA forms
Work on special projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Requires Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of two years of Veteran's disability claims handling responsibilities and experience
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to learn and apply technical instructions
Professional oral/telephone communication skills
Superior organizational skills
High level of initiative
Excellent knowledge of Word and Excel
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of claimant information and other confidential Allsup information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Great benefits package
Paid time off program
Casual dress
Comfortable work environment
Many positions have no weekends, or minimal weekend work
Predictable work schedule
Potential to work from home
Employee-centered work life
Self-driven personal improvement approach to professional development
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(K) Matching
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
Tuition Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program