About Us:
The Dentists in Lawrence is a patient-focused dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional care in a warm and friendly environment. We believe in a team-centered approach and are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Dental Insurance Coordinator to join our growing team.
Position Summary:
The Dental Insurance Coordinator is responsible for managing all aspects of dental insurance processing, including verifying benefits, submitting claims, following up on unpaid claims, and communicating with patients and insurance companies. This role is critical in ensuring smooth financial operations and maintaining excellent patient satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Verify dental insurance benefits and eligibility for new and existing patients
- Accurately enter insurance information into the practice management system
- Submit dental claims and pre-authorizations in a timely manner
- Follow up on outstanding claims and resolve claim denials or rejections
- Post insurance payments and adjustments
- Communicate effectively with patients regarding their insurance coverage, out-of-pocket costs, and treatment plans
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of dental insurance plans and coding
- Collaborate with front desk, billing, and clinical teams to ensure accurate records and billing
- Provide support in resolving patient billing questions and concerns
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in dental insurance billing (1+ years preferred)
- Strong understanding of dental insurance plans, CDT codes, and claim submission processes
- Familiarity with dental software (e.g., Dentrix) is a plus
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Benefits:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- [Optional benefits like Health insurance, Dental care, 401(k), PTO, etc.]
- Opportunities for professional development
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
