Dental Billing Specialist: Claims, Coding & Patient Care

Amarillo Pediatrics Dentistry and Orthodontics PA; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health savings account

Job summary

Amarillo Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is seeking a Dental Billing Specialist to manage claims, verify insurance, and ensure accurate charging. The role includes resolving denials, communicating with patients, and supporting the Practice Manager with billing operations.

Required is a minimum of 24 months in dental billing/coding, a GED/high school diploma, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting. Flexible hours and professional presentation are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 24 months of dental billing/coding experience.
• GED/High School Diploma required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, courteous working relationships with patients, staff members, insurance entities and others.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet job requirements.
• Presents self in a professional manner, dress and actions.

Responsibilities

• Assist billing manager with claims management: ensure active insurance, correct claim order, coding and diagnosis verification, and proper charging rates.
• Ensure preauthorization documentation is on file for procedures requiring prior authorization.
• Assist with denials (contact insurance, correct coding, and communicate with providers) and collect past due balances.
• Assist with patient and insurance refunds and with billing questions in collaboration with the Practice Manager.
• Review missing slips daily and handle claims in hold or denied status.
• Complete special projects for the Practice Manager as needed.

Skills

Dental billing

Insurance coordination

Communication

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Job description

Amarillo Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is seeking a Dental Billing Specialist to manage claims, verify insurance, and ensure accurate charging. The role includes resolving denials, communicating with patients, and supporting the Practice Manager with billing operations.

Required is a minimum of 24 months in dental billing/coding, a GED/high school diploma, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting. Flexible hours and professional presentation are expected.