Erica Trahan
@ericatrahan
Claims Arbitrator II specializing in fair dispute resolution, negotiations, and compliant case closures.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Claims Arbitrator II focused on reviewing and analyzing case evidence, contracts, and supporting documentation to determine claim validity through a fair, impartial process.
I conduct arbitration claims interviews with buyers and sellers, facilitate communication to clarify issues and encourage resolution, and interpret diagnostic reports to guide next steps.
In my role at Manheim (Cox Automotive), I input mechanical and cosmetic inspection work orders, negotiate adjustment settlements for confirmed vehicle damage, apply adjustment credits to sale transactions, and provide detailed case findings. I also resolve client complaints and escalations while meeting my company’s 10-day claim closure expectation with an average 98% arbitration closing rate, applying NAAA laws, regulations, and policies.
Before arbitration, I supervised title and registration operations at Vroom Automotive—supporting and recognizing my team, leading the Customer Escalation Desk, delivering weekly production data reports and forecasts, and coordinating complex documentation with DMV/county clerks. Earlier, I processed medical insurance claims at Association Healthcare Management, achieving a 98% production performance rating for claim accuracy while ensuring HIPAA compliance and resolving coding discrepancies and denied-claim appeals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Claims Arbitrator II
Manheim (Cox Automotive)
Jun 2024 - Present (2 years 1 month)
Review and analyze arbitration case evidence and contracts, conduct buyer/seller claims interviews, and determine claim validity using NAAA policies. Negotiate repair/replacement settlements and provide detailed findings to clients while meeting a 10-day claim closure expectation with a 98% average arbitration closing rate.
Supervisor, Title and Registration
Vroom Automotive
Nov 2020 - May 2024 (3 years 6 months)
Supervise the title clerk team and lead the Customer Escalation Desk to resolve title/registration issues and ensure accuracy and compliance. Coordinate DMV and county clerk documentation for complex transfers, manage production reporting and staffing, and handle transaction recordkeeping and fee/tax calculations.
Medical Claims Processor
Association Healthcare Management
Jan 2018 - Nov 2020 (2 years 10 months)
Process and verify medical insurance claims for accuracy and completeness, evaluating coverage and medical necessity against policy provisions. Ensure HIPAA compliance, resolve coding discrepancies, calculate reimbursements and patient responsibility, and investigate denied/rejected claims for appeals.
Education
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Houston Community College
Attended Houston Community College. Degree and field were not provided.
University of Houston–Downtown
Attended University of Houston–Downtown (listed as “University of Houston DT”). Degree and field were not provided.
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