Following determination of accounts, there are a number of subsequent processes that ensue. There are many more processes linked to payments in general (as demonstrated by the diagram). This is, in the main, due to generation of cheques and any overpayments that may later occur.
While it is less likely that account payments are made to the employer, any form of payment for a claim will impact on the employer.
This is because any payments made on a claim alter its overall cost (claim estimate), and consequently, the premium associated with that claim.
Once a decision is made accepting an account payment, it will result in the issue of an invoice for that account.
Where incorrect payment has occurred, this will result in either:
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cheques being returned (not yet classified as an 'overpayment', as the cheque was not cashed);
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cheques being stopped; or
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where cheques have been cashed, raising of an overpayment and recovery account.