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The New York State School Safety Group 491 offers a workers' compensation program that is managed by Professional Underwriters.  As the Group Manager, Professional Underwriters provides services such as underwriting new business, renewal underwriting, billing, claims assistance, and providing a pricing indication for group members.

Services provided by Professional Underwriters (Group Manager):
 

  • Underwriting of new business
  • Review all renewals issued by the State Insurance Fund
  • Administer the billing process
  • Market the program to New York State public entities
  • Act as a problem solver and advocate for members
  • Resolve billing inquiries and claims issues
  • Review State Insurance Fund audits for accuracy
  • Provide loss runs, Certificates of Insurance, and endorsements
  • Administer State Insurance Fund Safety Group Rules and Regulations
  • Provide bi-monthly Safety Agendas
  • Coordinate meetings of the Executive Committee and implement decisions

 

Services provided by the NY State Insurance Fund (Carrier):

 

  • Claims administration
  • Representation before the Workers’ Compensation Board
  • Risk Control site visits and consultations
  • Workshops on claims administration and loss prevention
  • Participation in Safety Committee activities
  • Code Rule 59 Consultation

 


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