What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Insurance Coordinator position at Martens Family Dental?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Insurance Coordinator to join our dynamic dental practice team. In this vital role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for insurance-related processes, ensuring smooth communication between patients, insurance providers, and the dental office. Your expertise will help maximize insurance reimbursements, streamline billing procedures, and enhance patient satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of dental coding, dental insurance policies, and billing systems, all while maintaining a positive and proactive approach to their work.
Responsibilities
- Review and verify patient insurance benefits, coverage details, and eligibility prior to treatment.
- Accurately code dental procedures using coding standards to ensure proper billing.
- Submit claims electronically or through the mail and follow up on unpaid or rejected claims.
- Communicate effectively with insurance companies to resolve claim denials, discrepancies, or payment issues.
- Manage dental records related to insurance claims, ensuring all documentation is complete and compliant with privacy regulations.
- Assist patients with understanding their dental insurance benefits and out-of-pocket costs.
- Maintain detailed records of dental billing activities and collections efforts for audit purposes.
Experience
- Proven experience in dental office billing, coding, and insurance coordination.
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology and dental procedures.
- Experience working with billing and record management.
- Ability to handle dental collections professionally and efficiently.
- Prior exposure to dental office operations and familiarity with insurance claim submission processes is highly preferred.
Join us in delivering exceptional patient care by ensuring seamless insurance processing! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while fostering a lively and motivating work environment that values accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork.
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30