Dental Billing Specialist/manager

Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Dental Billing Specialist/FD to join our dynamic dental practice team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the full cycle of dental billing and coding processes, ensuring accurate and timely reimbursement from insurance companies and patients. Your expertise in medical coding, insurance claims, and medical records management will contribute significantly to the efficiency and financial health of our practice. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent attention to detail, and are passionate about delivering exceptional service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Duties

• Review and accurately code dental procedures using CPT (Current Procedural Terminology), ICD-9, ICD-10, and DRG (Diagnosis-Related Group) codes to ensure precise billing.
• Prepare and submit insurance claims via Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, following all regulatory guidelines.
• Follow up on unpaid or denied claims through effective medical collection strategies to maximize reimbursements.
• Verify patient insurance coverage, benefits, and eligibility prior to procedures to facilitate smooth billing processes.
• Maintain detailed and organized medical records, including documentation of procedures, diagnoses, and billing correspondence.
• Collaborate with dental staff to ensure accurate documentation of treatments and procedures in medical records.
• Stay updated on changes in medical coding standards, insurance policies, and billing regulations to ensure compliance.

Experience

• Proven experience in medical billing within a dental or healthcare setting is required; familiarity with dental-specific coding such as CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10 is essential.
• Strong knowledge of DRG coding systems and their application in dental billing is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems used for medical records management and billing processes.
• Experience with medical terminology, dental procedures, and insurance claim processing is necessary.
• Prior work involving ICD coding, medical collections, and handling complex billing scenarios will be advantageous.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple claims simultaneously while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with insurance companies, patients, and team members. Join us in delivering outstanding dental care while ensuring our practice’s financial success! We value energetic professionals who are eager to grow their expertise in a supportive environment dedicated to excellence in patient service and administrative efficiency.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.78 - $29.85 per hour

Work Location: In person