PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provides disability case management and routine claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making timely payments/approvals and adjustments, medically managing disability claims; coordinates investigative efforts, thoroughly reviewing contested claims, negotiates return to work with or without job accommodations, and evaluates and arranges appropriate referral of claims to outside vendors. Reviews and analyzes routine medical information (i.e. attending physical statements, office notes, off work notes, etc.) or consults with a nurse to determine if the claimant is disabled as defined by the disability plan.