Disability Claims Adjudication Expert

About The Job
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position: Disability Claims & Underwriting Specialist
Type: Contract
Compensation: $80/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 20–40 hours/week
Role Responsibilities
Design realistic scenarios for short- and long-term disability claims, including elimination periods and claim duration management.
Create work products such as claim determinations, benefit calculations, and return-to-work plans.
Write "golden" reference responses at experienced disability-professional quality.
Grade AI-generated responses for accuracy, evidentiary support, and procedural fairness.
Identify and correct misapplied disability definitions and unsupported conclusions.
Provide written feedback to improve model behavior.
Qualifications
Must-Have
2+ years of experience in disability claims adjudication, underwriting, or vocational rehabilitation.
Experience with at least one program type, such as group short-term disability.
Understanding of contract definitions, elimination periods, and benefit periods.
Ability to weigh medical, occupational, and financial evidence.
Excellent written analysis, judgment, and attention to detail.
Ability to distinguish claim adjudication from clinical decisions.
Preferred
CRC, CDMS, CCM, CPDM, RN, or comparable credential.
Experience with ERISA records, appeals, or litigation support.
Experience with individual disability income underwriting.
Coordination experience with Social Security or workers compensation.
Experience with FMLA, state leave programs, or ADA accommodations.
Start Date
Immediately; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
Compensation & Legal
Hourly contractor, Paid weekly via Stripe Connect.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
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Resources & Support
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Work arrangement
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