Remote Dental Coding & Billing Specialist

DaMar Staffing; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

MAHEC in Asheville, NC is seeking a Dental Coding Specialist to review, assign, and validate CDT codes for patient services, ensuring accurate billing and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate with dental providers, billing teams, and insurance companies to maximize reimbursement and maintain precise patient records.

The role requires at least 2 years of dental coding experience, knowledge of CDT/ICD-10, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and dental software.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in dental coding and insurance.
• Ability to interpret clinical and diagnostic records.
• Navigating insurance carrier websites and uploading benefit breakdowns into dental software systems.

Responsibilities

• Review dental records and documentation for coding accuracy with high attention to detail.
• Assign appropriate CDT and related codes for dental procedures and diagnoses.
• Audit and submit insurance dental claims.
• Resolve claim denials, coding discrepancies, and reimbursement issues.
• Ensure compliance with dental coding guidelines, payer rules and regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient billing and coding records.
• Communicate with providers, staff, and insurance carriers regarding coding questions.
• Stay current on coding updates, regulations, and industry best practices.

Skills

Communication Skills

Decision Making

HealthCare Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Values

Problem Solving

Spanish speaking skills (preferred)

Microsoft Office

Dental EHR systems

Dental Practice Management Software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dental EHR systems

Dental Practice Management Software

Job description

MAHEC in Asheville, NC is seeking a Dental Coding Specialist to review, assign, and validate CDT codes for patient services, ensuring accurate billing and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate with dental providers, billing teams, and insurance companies to maximize reimbursement and maintain precise patient records.

The role requires at least 2 years of dental coding experience, knowledge of CDT/ICD-10, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and dental software.