Dental Billing Specialist
scotchplain fanwood sdentalcare
- Fanwood, NJ
- $20.00-25.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Sick Time off
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Submit and follow up on dental insurance claims in a timely manner.
- Verify patients’ insurance coverage and benefits prior to appointments.
- Process payments from insurance companies and patients.
- Prepare and send billing statements to patients.
- Resolve billing discrepancies and answer patient inquiries regarding their accounts.
- Maintain accurate patient financial records using dental practice software.
- Assist with accounts receivable collections and payment plans.
- Coordinate with dental providers and front desk staff for proper documentation and coding.
- Stay up to date with dental billing codes and insurance regulations.
- Perform administrative tasks as needed to support office operations.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or dental billing certification preferred.
- Previous experience in dental billing is REQUIRED
- Knowledge of dental terminology, CDT codes, and insurance processes.
- Proficiency in dental practice management software (Open Dental).
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong communication and customer service abilities.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
- Dental office setting with interactions involving patients, insurance companies, and clinical staff.
- Full-time or part-time schedule