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BizTek People is in search for an experienced Dental Network Specialist for our client in Evansville, IN!
Job Summary
The Credentialing Specialist is responsible for coordinating initial credentialing and re-credentialing applications for network dentists in accordance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements. This role also manages provider data, network updates, and provider directories.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate initial credentialing for 12–16 new providers per month (volume may vary weekly)
- Manage re-credentialing of providers on a three-year cycle
- Gather, verify, and maintain documentation in accordance with credentialing policies and procedures
- Perform primary source verification, including licensure, DEA certificates, malpractice coverage, claims history, CAQH, and National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) review
- Maintain accurate provider files and audit trails
- Prepare completed credentialing files for leadership review and signature
- Set up providers in the internal system
- Pull reports and data for monthly sanction meetings
- Run quarterly provider adequacy and accessibility reports
- Maintain and update Commercial and Medicare provider directories
- Upload provider directories to Medicare and health plans monthly
- Process provider updates and terminations, including member notifications
- Manage provider contracts and fee schedules
- Complete network verifications to meet state requirements
- Support accounting with TIN verification as needed
- Serve as a primary contact for provider offices and leased networks
- Coordinate reporting and provider data requests with external network partners
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of provider credentialing experience
- Strong working knowledge of credentialing standards and regulatory requirements
- Experience with CAQH and NPDB required
- Tech-savvy with credentialing systems and proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Prior insurance industry experience and familiarity with industry terminology
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Additional Details
- Fully onsite position
- Business casual dress code (back-office setting)
- No parking fees
- 13-week assignment with potential extension based on coverage needs
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