Kansas City, Missouri
Orthodontic Billing Specialist Job Opening in Kansas City, Missouri - KC Smile Gallery is looking for a Billing Claims Specialist to join our team! This position is responsible for posting, collecting and managing accounts. They are responsible for submitting claims, posting payment & adjustments, re-bills, electronic claim submission, follow up with insurance companies, reconciling accounts, daily balancing controls & reporting. The ideal candidate will be an organized self-starter, fast learner, hard-working, team player with excellent communication and customer service skills. Knowledge of dental insurance plans, dental/orthodontic terminology, insurance verification and coordination of payments required. The candidate must have a strong attention to detail, upbeat personality and able to multi-task with accuracy.
Responsibilities:
Prepares and submits clean claims to various insurance companies electronically or by paper
Post payments, adjustments, transfer of responsibility and refunds
Issues adjusted, corrected, and/or re-billed claims to insurance companies
Denial and insurance follow-up management
Insurance appeal process
Identifies and resolves patient billing issues
Handles, patient, staff and insurance inquires/questions
Processes payments and denials from insurance companies
Prepares and post daily deposit reports from patients and insurance companies
Prepares, reviews and sends patient statements
Reviews accounts and make recommendations to management regarding non collectible accounts
Job Requirements:
Knowledge of billing / collections practices
Strong keyboard skills
Works well in an environment with firm deadlines; result orientated
Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong analytical skills required
Capable of making timely independently decisions
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communications
Experience:
Previous medical billing experience along with knowledge of billing related reporting and collections practices
Working knowledge of medical billing systems
Excellent organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Qualifications:
A minium of 2 -3 years Dental / Orthodontic healthcare experience
Associate's degree or equivalent from a 2 year college or technical school
Computer literate a must
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Associate
Required experience:
Billing Claims Specialist: 1 year
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