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The study measures the experiences of auto physical damage claimants by examining satisfaction with the claims process. Depending upon the complexity of a claim, the customer may experience all or only some of the following factors: claims settlement; service interaction; first notice of loss; repair process; and rental experience.
The study finds that implementing 10 specific service practices has a considerable impact on overall satisfaction with the claims process. They are:
-- Answering all customer questions -- Managing expectations regarding the settlement -- Expressing genuine concern -- Avoiding negotiated settlements -- Providing flexible appraisal appointments -- Returning phone calls -- Sharing information between representatives -- Providing proactive updates -- Ensuring customer is at ease with claims process -- Giving customers a time line and meeting it
Only one in three auto insurance customers filing a claim report receiving all of the top service practices. Among these customers, satisfaction averages 919 on a 1,000-point scale, with 75 percent indicating they "definitely will" renew their coverage. This compares to only 21 percent of customers who received six or fewer service practices saying they "definitely will" renew with their insurer. Additionally, satisfaction declines considerably among customers who only receive six or fewer key practices (594 points).
"Implementing these practices and enhancing the customer experience clearly has tremendous benefits for insurance providers through potentially increased renewal rates," said Jeff Leiman, senior director of the insurance practice at J.D. Power and Associates. "For many auto claimants, filing a claim with their insurer can be a trying experience. Providing empathetic service and expressing genuine concern for the specifics of their personal situation, especially during the first notice of loss, is an absolute must in providing a satisfying experience."
Auto-Owners ranks highest in providing a satisfying claims experience for auto insurance customers with a score of 864. Auto-Owners performs particularly well in the service interaction, settlement and repair process factors. Amica Mutual follows in the ranking with a score of 860, performing particularly well in the first notice of loss factor. State Farm ranks third overall with 851 points and performs well in service interaction. The Hartford (833) and COUNTRY (826) round out the top five ranked insurers in the 2008 study.
The 2008 Auto Claims Satisfaction Study is based on 11,671 responses from auto insurance customers who filed a claim within the past 12 months. The study excludes customers who only had glass/windshield, theft/stolen vehicles, roadside assistance or bodily injury claims. The study was fielded from July to August 2008. To view the management discussion based on the 2008 study findings, please click the following link: http://www.jdpower.com/corporate/library/download/?files=9998937
Customer Satisfaction Index Ranking (Based on a 1,000-point scale) Insurance Provider Overall Satisfaction Score Power Circle Rating Auto-Owners 864 5 Amica Mutual 860 5 State Farm 851 4 The Hartford 833 4 COUNTRY 826 3 GMAC 824 3 Erie Insurance 822 3 American Family 820 3 Progressive 820 3 Industry Average 818 3 Liberty Mutual 817 3 GEICO 815 3 California State Automobile Association 806 3 Encompass 806 3 Auto Club of Southern California 802 3 Nationwide 802 3 Travelers 802 3 Allstate 801 3 Automobile Club Group 800 3 Farmers 800 3 Hanover 789 2 MetLife 785 2 Safeco 785 2 AIG 780 2 Mercury 734 2 USAA 863 5 *USAA is an insurance provider open only to U.S. military personnel and their families and therefore is not included in the rankings.
About J.D. Power and Associates
Headquartered in Westlake Village, Calif., J.D. Power and Associates is a global marketing information services company operating in key business sectors including market research, forecasting, performance improvement, training and customer satisfaction. The company's quality and satisfaction measurements are based on responses from millions of consumers annually. For more information on car reviews and ratings, car insurance, health insurance, cell phone ratings, and more, please visit JDPower.com. J.D. Power and Associates is a business unit of The McGraw-Hill Companies.
About The McGraw-Hill Companies
Founded in 1888, The McGraw-Hill Companies (NYSE: MHP | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is a leading global information services provider meeting worldwide needs in the financial services, education and business information markets through leading brands such as Standard & Poor's, McGraw-Hill Education, BusinessWeek and J.D. Power and Associates. The Corporation has more than 280 offices in 40 countries. Sales in 2007 were $6.8 billion. Additional information is available at http://www.mcgraw-hill.com.
J.D. Power and Associates Media Relations Contacts: Jeff Perlman John Tews Brandware Public Relations J.D. Power and Associates Los Angeles, Calif. Troy, Mich. (818) 317-3070 (248) 312-4119 jperlman@brandwaregroup.com john.tews@jdpa.com
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