Orthodontic Dental Biller and Coder
DENTAL ADMINISTRATORS INC
- Los Angeles, CA
- $24.00-28.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Accurately prepare and submit insurance claims, including working with state-sponsored insurance programs
- Ensure all billing codes are accurate and comply with regulatory requirements, minimizing claim rejections and delays.
- Masterfully present financial plans and address patient concerns.
- Ensure exceptional patient experience and office efficiency.
- Follow the Orthodontist’s instructions and adhere to the Orthodontist’s directives on billing.
- Make welcome calls to all new patient starts, answer initial questions, set and manage expectations for the patient's treatment financially
- Track and follow up on outstanding claims to ensure timely payment, addressing any issues such as appeals or discrepancies as they arise
- Assist with patient billing inquiries, providing clear and accurate information regarding their insurance coverage and out-of-pocket costs
- Present and explain all treatment plans involving out of pocket costs again to patients, if needed
- Ensure effective communication when explaining financial options. Take ownership for all treatment, payment, and appointment related needs and inquiries from patients in person and over the phone
- Continuously assist patients in offering (payment plans including) Care Credit payment options.
- Ensure all patient payments and insurance statements are up to date and current
- Keep detailed records of all billing activities, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards
- Work with team members in other departments to ensure seamless billing operations
- Assist in identifying, alerting front desk, and collecting previous balances and current copays
- Keep up to date with changes in insurance regulations, billing practices, and coding requirements to ensure compliance and accuracy
- Performs miscellaneous job-related as assigned