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Newyorkfamilydentistry

Dental Billing Specialist

Newyorkfamilydentistry, Frankfort, Kentucky, United States

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We are looking for an organized, adaptable and experienced Dental Billing Specialist for Dental group.

The Dental Billing Specialist is responsible for achieving the billing targets of the practices. This person must have prior dental billing experience and be familiar with Government and Commercial Insurance plans.

Key Responsibilities

Posting CDT codes to patient’s ledger based on provider clinical notes according to billing guidelines

Submission of insurance claims using practice management software

Ensuring claims are submitted with correct attachments such as x-rays, narratives, perio charting and intraoral photos

Ascertaining why claims have been rejected and corrective measures

Identifying irregularities such as missing payments, missing procedures etc in patient accounts

Responsible for reconciling all payments received by the practice through multiple payment methods

Processing prior authorizations for procedures on behalf of the patient

Auditing clinical notes by treatment coordinators and posting procedures to patient’s treatment plan

Compiling dental records in response to requests from patients and dental insurances

Qualifications

Experience in Dental Office setting of at least 5-10 years

Excellent knowledge of Dental Insurances, specifically PPO, DMO, DHMO (Capitation), and NYS Managed Care Programs

Understanding In-network /Out-of-network benefits as well as fee for service

Possess working knowledge of General Dentistry and Orthodontics such as common procedures and treatment

Up to date knowledge of ADA billing guidelines including CDT coding updates and frequency limitations

Strong English written and verbal communication skills to effectively relate data to coworkers

Excellent critical thinking skills to help solve business problems and make decisions

Possess our core values of commitment, quality, respect, communication and teamwork

Demonstrated ability to manage time and prioritize projects to meet deadlines

Have a high speed internet connection and dedicated workspace in order to work from home

Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding highly sensitive issues

Ability to work collaboratively with managers and team members in NYFD Field Operations and NYFD HQ Operations

General Skills

Insurance verification

Claims processing

Payment posting

RCM

Dental Insurance Plans

EOBS

Fee Schedules

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