Dental Billing Specialist

SOLA Dental; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Dental insurance coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee discount program

Job summary

SOLA Dental in Lafayette, LA is hiring an Experienced Dental Billing Specialist to manage billing and patient collections in a fast-paced dental office.

Responsibilities include processing claims, using our practice management software, verifying patient data, and coordinating with insurers. The ideal candidate has dental billing/coding experience and attention to detail, with strong communication and teamwork skills to support exceptional patient service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in dental billing, coding, or collections within a dental office setting.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology and coding best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with patients, providers, and insurers.
• Proficient with medical/dental billing software and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently process dental billing and patient collections.
• Utilize practice management software to accurately input and retrieve patient data.
• Verify patient information and cross-check for accuracy with records.
• Liaise with insurance companies to follow up on claim statuses and resolve any inconsistencies.
• Stay current with dental terminology, coding practices, and billing procedures.
• Collaborate with dental providers to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and assist with financial management reports related to billing activities.
• Manage patient account aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.

Skills

Dental billing

Dental coding

Accounts receivable

Insurance follow-up

Data entry

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Practice management software

EHR systems

Job description

Experienced Dental Billing Specialist – Join Our Dedicated Team at SOLA Dental in Lafayette, LA

At SOLA Dental, we are committed to providing comprehensive dental care with a focus on patient satisfaction and clinical excellence. Our team works collaboratively to create a supportive and efficient environment, ensuring each patient receives top-quality treatment and service. Join us to be part of a growing practice where professionalism and teamwork are highly valued.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Dental Billing Specialist to join our team full-time. This role is essential to maintaining accurate and timely billing processes, managing insurance claims, and ensuring financial accountability within our dental office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dental billing, coding, and patient financial management.

Pay

• $15 - $24 per hour
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Shift & Schedule

• Monday: 8 AM – 5 PM
• Tuesday: 8 AM – 5 PM
• Wednesday: 8 AM – 5 PM
• Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3 PM
• Friday: Closed
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: Closed

Requirements

• Proven experience in dental billing, coding, or collections within a dental office setting.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology and coding best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with patients, providers, and insurers.
• Proficient with medical/dental billing software and data entry.

Preferences

• Experience working within a dental office environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals.
• Strong patient interaction skills.
• Knowledge of financial report preparation and account aging processes.

Job Description

• Efficiently process dental billing and patient collections.
• Utilize practice management software to accurately input and retrieve patient data.
• Verify patient information and cross-check for accuracy with records.
• Liaise with insurance companies to follow up on claim statuses and resolve any inconsistencies.
• Stay current with dental terminology, coding practices, and billing procedures.
• Collaborate with dental providers to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and assist with financial management reports related to billing activities.
• Manage patient account aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Dental insurance coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee discount program

Jobley Bonus

• $75 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)

Facility Information

• Name: SOLA Dental
• Location: 95 Mathews Blvd, Lafayette, Louisiana
• Type: Dental clinic
• Healthcare Services: Dental office

Opening Hours

• Monday: 8:00AM–5:00PM
• Tuesday: 8:00AM–5:00PM
• Wednesday: 8:00AM–5:00PM
• Thursday: 7:30AM–3:00PM
• Friday: Closed
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: Closed

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