Claims

Multi-year data shows that hybrids have a 6.5%—or $182 higher—average claim severity than gas-powered counterparts.

The insurance technology and service provider was purchased for $1.4 billion.

An ex-employee and a co-conspirator are charged with stealing close to $1 million from the supplemental insurer over a year and a half.

The government released interim final regs aimed at creating a system of checks and balances for internal and external appeals processes of health claims.

Some think mobile devices are the rising stars while PCs are legacy toast. But is that true for insurers?

The American Medical Association says the lack of complete EHR systems on the market makes it hard for physicians to implement and use the technology before the Jan. 1, 2011 deadline.

The latest version, which includes 4-D structural knowledge of hurricanes, is designed to consider building characteristics such as roof age and type, window protection and glass percentage.

Impact Forecasting, Aon Benfield’s catastrophe model development center, released the first functional typhoon model to assess all of Asia.

Two of the industry’s top advocates in Washington give INN an inside look as landmark legislation passes.

Imagine the benefit of agents logging in and accessing application processing or customer verification services, or internal departments helping with claims processing or adjusters in the field.

Industry cheers flood extension as wind damage amendment complicates matters.

With Bill Bloom leaving Travelers for ExlService Holdings, the Hartford-based insurer tapped 2008 Women in Insurance Leadership honoree Madelyn Lankton and Elio Lagana to fill the void.

Researchers and TV shows have already proven that it’s possible, but is it advisable?

Allegient Systems’ Expense and Reporting Management Suite will provide Southern Pioneer with legal bill review and performance management services.

Claims-handling, licensing and underwriting issues continue to dominate the annual list of market conduct exams.

Ironshore Vacancy Assure is designed to provide coverage for vacant or partially occupied properties against listed perils and environmental damages.

The European Claims Vendors report for 2010 praised FINEOS for its delivery track record and product investments.

Three charged in New York with stealing nearly $500,000 from Progressive and Mercury by forging and cashing claims checks.

Consumers want it, but will we survive it—and how do we insure it?

Analyst firm hailed Guidewire as a leader in billing for the first time in its 2010 report.