Minimum Requirements: * High school graduate; some college helpful.
* Previous experience as a Dental Biller.
* Good math skills and ability to operate calculator.
* Computer literate in Windows application.
* Ability to work accurately, independently and efficiently in a fast paced environment.
* Ability to assist in all areas of dental billing.
* Must show discretion in the handling of confidential information.
* Must possess the ability to interact positively with patients, personnel, visitors and the general public.
* Knowledge of Dentrix Enterprise Dental Billing System.
Principle Responsibilities and Duties: * Generates billings for the dental clinic on a daily or weekly basis.
* Prepares bills to be sent out, being sure that all forms are filled out according to payer specific guidelines.
* Receives payment (Remittance Advice) for dental services and posts cash to corresponding accounts.
* Responsible for working all denials and appeals in a timely manner.
* Reviews claims for correct coding prior to billing being generated.
* Assist with completing all monthly dental financial reports at the end of each month.
* Inform Medical/Dental Billing Supervisor of any unresolved issues or problems concerning all aspects of dental billing.
* Responsible for working dental aging account balances.
* Confirm insurance eligibility on any account in question using various payer websites.
* Send out monthly patients statements for all accounts with patient balances.
* Other related duties.
* Ensure that all assignments are completed accurately and completely and in a timely manner.
* Answer any patient questions pertaining to patient charges, balances or assistance programs that may be available in a courteous and professional manner * Share responsibilities with other dental billing staff members as assigned * Report to work regularly as scheduled.