Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Dental Insurance Coordinator, where your expertise will streamline insurance processes and enhance patient satisfaction. In this vital role, you will serve as the primary liaison between patients, insurance providers, and the dental practice, ensuring accurate claim submissions and efficient benefit management. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help optimize revenue cycles and support our commitment to delivering exceptional dental care. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in coding, billing, and insurance coordination within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Review and verify dental insurance benefits, including DRG (Diagnosis-Related Group), CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes, ICD-9, and ICD-10 coding standards to ensure accurate claims processing
Submit and follow up on insurance claims using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
Communicate with insurance companies to resolve claim denials or discrepancies promptly
Collect and document medical records, treatment notes, and other supporting documentation for billing purposes
Assist patients with understanding their dental coverage, explaining benefits, co-pays, deductibles, and out-of-pocket expenses
Manage collections by following up on unpaid claims or balances while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations
Maintain accurate records of all billing activities, insurance correspondence, and payment histories to support audit readiness

Requirements

Proven experience in office administration with a focus on dental insurance coordination
Strong knowledge of dental terminology
Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for claims submission and record management
Experience in dental billing and collections within a healthcare setting
Ability to interpret insurance policies and explain coverage details clearly to patients
Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail in handling dental records and billing documentation
Knowledge of healthcare regulations related to medical coding and billing practices

This role is perfect for motivated professionals eager to leverage their expertise in dental coding and insurance coordination while making a meaningful difference in patient care. Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to excellence in dental health services!

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Experience:

Dental clinic: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Birmingham, AL 35205 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Dental Insurance Coordinator