Dental Billing Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Dental Billing Assistant Full-Time
Location: Alpharetta Office
Company: Blue Monster Management / A Smile 4U

Blue Monster Management / A Smile 4U is a privately owned dental group with locations in Decatur, East Point, Dalton, Cartersville and Hiram. Utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and advanced scheduling technology, we offer multiple specialties under one roof-including general dentistry, sedation dentistry, and oral surgery. We proudly serve both pediatric and adult patients and are committed to delivering a positive and memorable experience for all ages.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Dental Billing Assistant to support insurance billing and collections across our six dental practices. This role is essential to ensuring accurate claims processing, timely reimbursements, and a strong revenue cycle.

Key Responsibilities

Insurance Billing & Claims

• Submit accurate dental insurance claims (electronic and paper), including GA Medicaid, CMO, and PPO.
• Verify insurance coverage and benefits prior to patient appointments.
• Follow up on unpaid claims, denials, and resubmissions.
• Post insurance payments and adjustments accurately.

Patient Billing

• Coordinate billing procedures with front desk and treatment coordinators.
• Generate and send patient statements.
• Communicate with patients regarding insurance coverage and account balances.

Revenue Cycle Management

• Monitor A/R reports and follow up on outstanding insurance and patient balances.
• Stay current on dental insurance regulations and coding practices (e.g., CDT codes).
• Analyze trends in claim denials and implement corrective actions.

Team Collaboration

• Train front desk staff and supervise billing team members.
• Collaborate with front office and clinical staff to ensure smooth billing workflows.
• Maintain open communication across departments regarding insurance updates and billing protocols.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and insurance billing regulations.
• Maintain accurate and organized records for audits and reporting.
• Stay informed on changes in dental insurance policies and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Experience: Dental insurance billing required; GA Medicaid
• Knowledge: Proficiency in dental billing software (Planet DDS Denticon experience is a plus).
• Skills:
  • Strong understanding of dental coding (CDT codes) and insurance processes.
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a team effectively.

Benefits

• Opportunities for growth
• Family-oriented environment with weekends off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (Full-time only)
• Paid time off and holidays (Full-time only)

Schedule

• Position Type: Full-time
• Location: Onsite at Alpharetta office
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00a.m. - 5p.m.

Pay: Based on qualifications and experience.