Overview
Looking to hire a dynamic, multitasker to join our healthcare team as a Dental Insurance Coordinator, where your expertise will streamline insurance processes and your social skills will enhance patient experiences. In this vital role, you will serve as the primary liaison between patients, outside dental referring offices, and insurance providers, ensuring accurate verification, coding, and claims processing and AR management. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will contribute to the smooth operation of our dental practice, fostering a welcoming environment for both staff and patients. We are committed to supporting your professional growth while providing a collaborative and energetic workplace with room to grow your career.
Responsibilities
- Verify patient insurance coverage and benefits prior to appointments, ensuring all information is current and accurate.
- Manage insurance claims submissions, follow-up on outstanding claims, and resolve denials efficiently to maximize reimbursement.
- Review medical records and documentation to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and proper coding standards.
- Utilize CPT (Current Procedural Terminology), ICD-9, ICD-10, and ICD coding systems to accurately code procedures and diagnoses for billing purposes.
- Collaborate with dental office staff to coordinate insurance-related patient communications and clarify coverage details.
- Maintain meticulous records of medical terminology, insurance verification logs, and claims processing activities.
- Stay updated on managed care policies, insurance plan changes, and industry best practices to ensure compliance and optimize reimbursement processes.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of managed care systems and dental insurance protocols.
- Prior experience in a medical or dental office setting with familiarity in medical records management.
- Proficiency in HIPAA regulations to safeguard patient confidentiality at all times.
- Expertise in CPT coding, ICD-9, ICD-10, and ICD coding for accurate billing procedures.
- Excellent office experience with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret medical terminology accurately for documentation and coding purposes.
- Effective communication skills for liaising with patients, insurance companies, and dental staff. Join us if you’re passionate about healthcare administration with a focus on dental insurance! Your dedication will help ensure seamless billing operations while supporting our mission to deliver exceptional patient care through efficient insurance management.
Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
