Dental Oral Surgery Billing Specialist
Dental Oral Surgery Billing Specialist
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Job Description
Position Summary:
The Dental Oral Surgery Billing Specialist is responsible for managing the billing process for oral surgery procedures in a remote setting. This role requires a thorough understanding of oral surgery billing ensuring the accuracy and timely submission of claims to insurance companies. The specialist will work closely with patients insurance providers and internal teams to resolve billing issues maintain compliance and optimize revenue cycle management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Billing and Coding: Accurately code dental oral surgery procedures using ICD10 CPT and CDT codes ensuring compliance with insurance requirements.
- Claims Submission: Submit clean accurate and timely claims to insurance companies and follow up as needed.
- Insurance Verification: Verify insurance coverage and eligibility for oral surgery procedures obtaining preauthorizations when required.
- Accounts Receivable: Monitor and manage accounts receivable ensuring timely followup on unpaid or denied claims.
- Denial Management: Identify research and appeal denied or underpaid claims resolving discrepancies with insurance companies.
- Patient Communication: Communicate with patients regarding balances payment plans and insurancerelated inquiries.
- Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate patient and claim records adhering to HIPAA and other regulatory requirements.
- Reporting: Provide regular updates to management on billing status aged receivables and cash flow issues.
- Collaboration: Work closely with clinical administrative and management teams to address billing issues and improve processes.
Qualifications:
- Education: High school diploma required; Associates or Bachelors degree in Health Administration Medical Billing or related field preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 23 years of experience in oral surgery billing.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of dental coding billing practices and insurance policies (including Medicare and Medicaid).
- Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work proactively in a remote environment.
- Software Proficiency: Experience with Eaglesoft WinOMS OMS Vision Dentrix and CareStack is required.
- Certifications: Certification in medical billing or coding (e.g. CPC CBCS) is a plus.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to sit for extended periods.
- Ability to use a computer and telephone for a significant portion of the day.
Work Environment:
- This is a fully remote position.
- Strong communication with team members management and patients is essential.
- Standard business hours are expected Monday through Friday.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work remotely with a supportive and collaborative team.
- Focus on professional growth and development.
- Competitive compensation.
Employment Type
Full Time
