Tonya Janes
About Tonya Janes
Tonya Janes is a Disability Benefits Analyst with extensive experience in interpreting medical records and assessing recovery timeframes for disability claims. She has worked in various roles related to underwriting and disability management, primarily in Portland, Oregon.
Current Role as Disability Benefits Analyst
Tonya Janes currently serves as a Disability Benefits Analyst at The Standard, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she interprets medical records and disabling conditions to determine appropriate recovery timeframes for disability claims. Her expertise includes managing disability claims for National Accounts, public employers, and complex employee benefits. This position allows her to utilize her extensive knowledge of disability benefits and claim investigation.
Work at The Standard
Tonya Janes has had a long tenure at The Standard, where she worked for a total of 14 years. She initially joined as an Underwriter from 2002 to 2016, focusing on Northwestern Mutual Group Products until 2018. After a brief period at Independent Planners Group and Volt Workforce Solutions, she returned to The Standard as a Disability Benefits Analyst. Her experience at The Standard has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the insurance and benefits landscape.
Education and Expertise
Tonya Janes has a solid educational background, having studied at the University of Arizona, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing from 1986 to 1991. Additionally, she completed the Interpreter for the Deaf Program at Phoenix College from 1986 to 1988. Her educational experiences complement her professional roles, particularly in her current position, where effective communication and interpretation of complex information are essential.
Previous Employment Experience
Before her current role, Tonya Janes held various positions that contributed to her expertise in disability benefits. She worked as a Medical Underwriting Support Coordinator at Volt Workforce Solutions from 2018 to 2019 and as a Disability Income Specialist at Independent Planners Group for four months in 2018. These roles enhanced her understanding of medical underwriting and disability claims management.
Knowledge of ERISA and Benefits Taxation
Tonya Janes possesses a working knowledge of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and the taxation of benefits. This knowledge is crucial for her role in claim investigation and assessment. Her understanding of these regulations ensures that she can effectively navigate the complexities of disability claims and provide accurate assessments.