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Dental Insurance coordinator

KPD

Dental Insurance coordinator

Kannapolis, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Profit sharing

    Training & development

    Study the most frequently used insurance plans to understand the various nuances to communicate with patients more effectively; document insurance information on the patient chart for quick reference

    Process and submit insurance claims daily, including secondary insurance billing

    Post all payments

    Monitor and follow-up on outstanding claims

    Note patient names and the amount they owe so collection over-the-counter can take place during the day

    Identify patients in the daily schedule who are a financial concern, note payment problems on the patient charts, and arrange a conference with them either before or at the appointment

    Record all financial discussions with patients on the chart and enter information into the computer

    Secure a signed financial treatment plan from each patient for diagnosed treatment(s)

    Contact patients who have not kept their financial agreement within a 5-day grace period to collect payment per the financial plan

    Prepare and mail patient statements each month on a regular billing cycle

    Make collection calls

    Solidify the financial agreement with the patient, such as payment amount and schedule

    Follow through with correspondence regarding collection when unable to contact the patient on the telephone

    Prepare and send uncollected accounts to collections or small claims court with employer approval, and follow through as needed. Represent employer in small claims court, if necessary

    Monitor patients who have been turned over to a collection agency

    Send information as requested by insurance companies: x-rays, charting, narratives, and other documentation for processing the claim when applicable

    Provide insurance predetermination documentation to patients, contact the patient to make financial arrangements, and schedule treatment

    Correspond with insurance companies; resolve payment delays, requests for additional information, or treatments that have been denied coverage

    Handle all inquiries concerning insurance daily