Interactive Claims Wall for Streamlined Insurance Communication

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current claims processing systems are inefficient, leading to lengthy communication processes between loss parties and insurer representatives, with existing electronic communication options not supported on mobile devices and not integrated with insurers' self-service applications, resulting in frustration and delayed claim settlements.

Innovation Solution

The implementation of an Interactive Claims Wall, a secure portal that enables communication between insurers, insured parties, and third-party service providers, allowing for the sharing of documents, photos, and messages related to claim status, integrated with mobile claims applications, providing a one-stop record of all interactions and enabling notifications through preferred channels.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If traditional claims processing systems are used, then communication between loss parties and insurer representatives can occur, but the communication process is lengthy and inefficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveclaims processing efficiencyVSAvoidcommunication time
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a mobile device with a camera as an intermediary tool that captures images of damage and transmits them electronically to the insurer. This intermediary system replaces traditional phone-based communication and physical document exchange, enabling faster information transfer and reducing communication time between loss parties and insurer representatives.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Adaptability or versatility

If existing electronic communication options are used, then some communication can occur, but they are not supported on mobile devices and not integrated with insurers' self-service applications

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecommunication platform compatibilityVSAvoiduser convenience
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a universal communication platform that operates across multiple devices including mobile phones, tablets, and computers. The system provides integrated access to claims processing functions through a single interface that works on various operating systems and device types, eliminating the need for separate communication channels for different devices and improving both adaptability and ease of operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Reliability

If traditional claims processing methods are used, then claim settlements can be processed, but they result in frustration and delayed settlements

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveclaim settlement reliabilityVSAvoidsettlement time
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent enables preliminary action by allowing loss parties to capture and transmit damage images immediately at the scene of the loss, before meeting with insurer representatives. This preliminary submission of visual evidence allows insurers to begin preliminary assessments and preparations in advance, accelerating the overall settlement process while maintaining reliable decision-making based on complete information.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS11880887B1Method and system for enabling interactive communications related to insurance data
Publication Date: 2024.01.23 UNITED SERVICES AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION (USAA)
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AI summary

A method comprises providing, via a server, access to a claim wall for an insured party and an insuring party, wherein the claim wall comprises a website page associated with an insurance claim, wherein the website page includes an interface configured to receive input from at least one of the insured party or the insuring party, wherein the website page displays one or more tasks associated with the insurance claim, and wherein the claim wall is configured to be output to a user interface as one or more entries on the website page; receiving, via the server, information that a status of the one or more tasks has changed; and populating an entry of the claim wall with status information regarding the status change of the one or more tasks.