Job Overview
Private Dental Office is seeking a front office/billing coordinator to help with a fast growing practice. Front office, applying payments, submitting claims, verifying insurance, is a must!
Duties:
- Verify patient insurance coverage and eligibility
- Explain treatment plans to patients
- Provide support for the front office
- Prepare claims for insurance reimbursement
- Follow up on claims to resolve billing discrepancies
- Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure proper documentation for billing purposes
- Maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations
- Provide support to patients regarding billing inquiries and payment options
- Stay updated on changes in coding guidelines and regulations
- Assist patients in scheduling, confirming, and changing appointments
- Answer and file patient communication and documents in a timely manner
- Additional Duties as needed
Requirements:
- Proven experience in dental billing with at least 2 years experience in a dental office.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in billing processes
- Proficient in using Open Dental software
- Effective communication skills for interacting with patients, insurance companies, and healthcare providers
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of collections processes is a plus
Office Hours: (Shifts may vary slightly)
- Monday 9am-4:30pm
- Tuesday 9am-7pm
- Wednesday 9am-4:30pm
- Thursday 9am-4:30pm
- Friday 9am-2pm
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
