Dental Billing Specialist: Claims & Collections Pro

4M Dental Implant Center; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

4M Dental Implant Center in Long Beach, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Dental Biller to manage patient billing, insurance claims, and collections, ensuring accurate financial operations within our practice.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of dental billing and coding experience, understands CDT codes, payer policies, and uses dental billing software and Microsoft Office. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of dental billing and coding experience.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, CDT codes, and billing procedures.
• Familiarity with dental insurance plans and claims processing.
• Proficiency in dental billing software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with CareStack or similar dental practice management software.

Responsibilities

• Review and submit accurate insurance claims with attachments and narratives.
• Monitor claim status for timely payment and identify delays.
• Research and resolve denied or underpaid claims through payer follow-up.
• Post insurance payments accurately in the practice management system.
• Communicate with office managers and treatment coordinators regarding billing discrepancies.
• Maintain current knowledge of payer policies, CDT codes, and dental billing procedures.
• Manage patient account inquiries and explain balances clearly.
• Assist in monthly reporting, aging review, and other revenue cycle management tasks.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and protect patient and financial information.

Skills

Dental billing

Insurance claims processing

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or related field preferred

Tools

CareStack

Dental billing software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

4M Dental Implant Center in Long Beach, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Dental Biller to manage patient billing, insurance claims, and collections, ensuring accurate financial operations within our practice.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of dental billing and coding experience, understands CDT codes, payer policies, and uses dental billing software and Microsoft Office. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.