Dental Coding Analyst

UNM Medical Group, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 44,604 - 55,766; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

403b retirement plan

Job summary

UNM Medical Group, Inc. is seeking a Dental Coding Analyst to join their Division of Dental Services Residency Clinic. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, CDC certification, and five years of relevant experience in customer service or dental billing. Responsibilities include processing payments, auditing accounts, and managing insurance claims. This position offers a competitive salary starting at $44,604 and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in customer service or dental billing.
• Certification in Dental Coding required.
• Ability to analyze aged accounts and resolve discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Process payments and submit dental claims.
• Perform daily auditing, billing, and insurance verification.
• Respond to billing inquiries and facilitate payment arrangements.

Skills

Customer service

Dental billing

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Coding Certification (CDC)

Job description

Dental Coding Analyst

The UNM Medical Group, Inc. is seeking an Full-time Dental Coding Analyst to work in our Division of Dental Services Residency Clinic. This candidate must be an excellent communicator with a desire to be part of a great team!

Minimum $44,604 - Midpoint $55,766*

*Salary is determined based on years of total relevant experience.

*Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE. The work schedule is Monday - Friday.

The is seeking a highly motivated individual to work as a Dental Coding Analyst in our Division of Dental Services Residency Clinic. This in-house biller would be responsible for the daily auditing, billing, pre-auths, payments, statements, etc for dental only. Working weekly AR reports, calling insurance companies, verifying insurance coverage, denials, etc.

Summary

The Dental Billing Analyst supports the accurate and timely resolution of patient accounts by processing payments, submitting dental claims, obtaining insurance pre-authorizations, and responding to billing inquiries. This role analyzes aged accounts, researches claim denials, resolves account discrepancies, and facilitates payment arrangements or financial assistance when appropriate. The Dental Billing Analyst promotes a positive patient experience through clear, respectful communication and high-quality customer service while supporting organizational revenue cycle and cash collection goals.

Minimum Job Requirements for a Dental Coding Analyst

High school diploma or equivalent required. Five (5) year experience in customer service, patient financial services, dental billing, or related revenue cycle functions. Dental Coding Certification (CDC) required. Verification of education and licensure/certification (if applicable) will be required if selected for hire.

Notice of Equal Opportunity Employment

UNM Medical Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Please see below for our EEO Policy Statement.

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: UNMMG provides a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Insurance Coverage: Includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Additional Perks: Offers tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, and a 403b retirement plan for eligible employees.