What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Insurance Claims Coordinator position at Sallisaw Dental Care?
Dental Insurance Claims Coordinator
Sallisaw Dental Care
504 E. Cherokee Ave.
Sallisaw, OK 74955
Full-Time or Part-Time Hybrid Work Available
Pay: Starting at $20.00 per hour, with higher pay based on experience, qualifications, and performance.
About the Position
Sallisaw Dental Care is seeking an experienced Dental Insurance Claims Coordinator to join our growing team. This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for someone with a minimum of 2 years of dental insurance experience who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to maximizing insurance reimbursement.
This position may be full-time or part-time. Hybrid work is available for the right candidate after training and demonstrated proficiency. While some work can be completed remotely, occasional in-office attendance will be required for training, team collaboration, and other responsibilities.
Primary Responsibilities
Your primary focus will be managing the insurance claims process from submission through payment, ensuring claims are submitted accurately and insurance reimbursements are collected promptly.
Responsibilities include:
- Submit dental insurance claims accurately and efficiently
- Follow up on outstanding, delayed, and denied claims
- Communicate with insurance companies to resolve claim issues
- Appeal denied claims when appropriate
- Review Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) and post insurance payments accurately
- Maintain detailed documentation of claim activity and follow-up
As the position evolves, responsibilities may expand to include:
- Verifying patient insurance eligibility and benefits
- Obtaining pre-authorizations and predeterminations
- Working insurance accounts receivable (A/R) aging reports to maximize collections
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of dental insurance coordination experience required
- Strong knowledge of dental insurance, PPO plans, and claim processing
- Experience with insurance follow-up and appeals
- Ability to interpret EOBs and resolve claim discrepancies
- Experience with Open Dental is preferred
- Excellent organizational, computer, and communication skills
- Highly detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently while also working well with a team
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate:
- Takes ownership of their work
- Is persistent in following up on outstanding insurance claims
- Has exceptional attention to detail
- Communicates professionally with insurance companies
- Is dependable, organized, and self-motivated
- Enjoys solving problems and improving systems
- Shares our commitment to providing exceptional patient care
BenefitsFull-Time Employees
- Competitive pay starting at $20.00 per hour, with higher pay based on experience and qualifications
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee dental benefits
- Hybrid work opportunity after training and demonstrated proficiency
- Continuing education opportunities
- Opportunity to participate in an incentive-based bonus program that rewards individual and practice performance
- Modern, technology-driven practice
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth
Part-Time Employees
- Competitive pay starting at $20.00 per hour, with higher pay based on experience and qualifications
- Flexible scheduling
- Employee dental benefits
- Hybrid work opportunity after training and demonstrated proficiency
- Opportunity to participate in an incentive-based bonus program based on eligibility
- Supportive team environment
About Sallisaw Dental Care
Sallisaw Dental Care is a modern, technology-driven two-doctor general dental practice located in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. We provide comprehensive dental care, including preventive, restorative, cosmetic, endodontic, oral surgery, implant, and same-day emergency dentistry.
We are a PPO practice and participate with Connection Dental, Delta Dental, HealthChoice, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas, allowing us to serve patients with a wide variety of insurance plans.
Our practice utilizes Open Dental practice management software and Practice by Numbers analytics to streamline workflows and improve efficiency. We believe in investing in technology, continuous improvement, and—most importantly—our team.
At Sallisaw Dental Care, we believe that when our team succeeds, our practice succeeds. We recognize hard work, encourage professional growth, and reward exceptional performance through an incentive-based bonus structure.
If you're looking to join a well-established, growing practice where your experience is valued and your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply Today
If you meet the qualifications and are excited about joining our team, we encourage you to submit your application through Indeed. We look forward to learning more about you!
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 2 years of dental insurance coordination experience?
- How many years of dental insurance experience do you have?
- What is an insurance allowable amount? (Short Answer)
- After submitting a clean electronic dental claim, approximately how long should it typically take to receive payment?
- A crown claim was submitted electronically 35 days ago and has not been paid. Please describe the steps you would take to resolve the issue. (Short Answer)
- What information can typically be found on an Explanation of Benefits (EOB)? (Short Answer)
- Which dental practice management software have you used? (Open Dental, Dentrix, Eaglesoft, etc.)
- Have you worked insurance accounts receivable (A/R) aging reports?
- Have you ever used Practice by Numbers?
- Are you looking for full time or part time?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sallisaw, OK 74955
Salary : $20