Dental Scheduler and Billing Specialist

Dental Scheduler and Billing Specialist Dixwell Dental Hamden, CT Job Details Part-time | Full-time $24 - $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Employee mentoring program Paid time off On-the-job training Flexible schedule Qualifications Spanish Stakeholder engagement Anatomy knowledge Medical claims processing Insurance verification Medical insurance coverage verification Dental receptionist Medical Coding Certification Dental insurance Medical scheduling Dental terminology Medical records Medical billing and coding communication with insurance companies Organizational skills DRG Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced dental front desk and billing specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dental billing and coding, with proficiency in dental terminology and anatomy and teeth numbers. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate billing processes, managing dental records, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and most importantly, maintaining a full schedule. Responsibilities Scheduling patients for both hygiene and operative appointments and ensuring that the schedule remains full. Managing cancellations and last minute no shows appropriately. Looking into future days and appts and ensuring schedule remains full. Process and manage dental billing and collections efficiently to ensure timely payments With both Medicaid and PPO insurances. Utilize

DRG, CPT

coding, ICD-9, and ICD-10 codes accurately for billing purposes. Review and verify patient information and insurance coverage and eligibility to facilitate accurate billing. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of dental terminology, coding guidelines, and industry regulations. Work with Cloud based software systems to manage patient records and billing information. Communicate with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients regarding billing inquiries. Resolve discrepancies in billing statements and follow up on outstanding payments. Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to medical billing. Requirements Proven experience in dental billing, coding, or collections within a healthcare setting. Familiarity with

DRG, CPT

coding, ICD-9, ICD-10, and other relevant coding systems. Strong understanding of dental terminology and dental office operations. Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational skills. Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders in a professional manner. Prior experience in handling dental records is preferred. Certification in dental coding or billing is a plus but not required. Join our dedicated team as a Billing Specialist where your expertise will contribute significantly to our operations while ensuring the highest standards of accuracy in our billing processes.

Pay:

$24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee mentoring program Flexible schedule On-the-job training Paid time off

Experience:

Dental receptionist: 3 years (Required) Insurance verification: 2 years (Required)

Dental Billing:

2 years (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Required)

Work Location:

In person