Dental Billing Coordinator Job Lytle Texas USA,Dental / Dentistry

Location: Lytle

Join a Team That Helps Patients Access the Dental Care They Need!

What We're Looking For:

Are you a detail-oriented Dental Billing Coordinator who enjoys supporting patients and dental practices through accurate and efficient billing processes? If you're organized, analytical, reliable, and confident managing insurance claims and accounts receivable, we'd love to meet you.

Our Tots to Teens Patient Services team is looking for a Dental Billing Coordinator who is committed to excellence, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can work independently while collaborating with office and Patient Services teams. In this role, you'll play an important part in supporting accurate revenue cycle management and helping create an exceptional financial experience for patients and practices.

What

You'll Do:

Review and submit insurance claims daily for accuracy and completeness
Process insurance payments and ensure timely collection from patients and insurers
Post insurance payments accurately into Open Dental Software
Review patient accounts receivable, audit accounts, and send statements
Make collection calls and process patient payments
Contact insurance carriers to follow up on outstanding claims efficiently
Perform daily credit balance and accounts receivable reports
Use insurance portals to check claim statuses and submit claims
Resolve billing disputes independently and exercise sound judgment regarding insurance coverage
Run required financial and operational reports within designated deadlines
Maintain communication with offices and Patient Services departments via chat, email, and phone
Represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner at all times
Maintain punctuality and consistent attendance
Learn and implement new office technologies and protocols as developed
Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
Perform other duties as assigned

Required:

High school diploma or GED certificate
Ability to type at least 45 words per minute
Experience with Open Dental Software
Strong understanding of Medicaid regulations and insurance guidelines
Excellent computer skills and proficiency with practice management systems
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain positive rapport with patients and team members
A detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
Strong reading comprehension and active listening skills
Basic math proficiency and ability to read and understand patient ledgers
Flexibility and adaptability to changing duties and schedules
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards

Bonus Skills (Not Required):

Experience using Open Dental Software
Experience with dental billing and insurance claims
Strong understanding of Medicaid regulations and insurance guidelines
Experience with dental practice management systems
Experience working with accounts receivable and patient collections
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain positive rapport with patients and team members
Experience working in a dental practice or multi-location dental organization

Physical Requirements:

Primarily seated position (approximately 80%) with occasional standing (approximately 20%)
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed
Frequent computer and keyboard use requiring strong hand dexterity and typing skills
Ability to communicate effectively by phone and in person
Strong near vision for daily computer work
Business office environment with moderate noise levels
Frequent interaction with patients and interoffice personnel
Ability to navigate two flights of stairs multiple times per day, as needed

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

401(k) and 401(k) matching
Health, Life, Disability, Vision and Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Free parking
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Referral program

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