Dental Insurance Coordinator

Dental Insurance Coordinator (Full-Time) - James W. Childress DDS, Inc. About Our Practice Welcome to James W. Childress DDS, Inc. ! Located in Davis, CA, our prestigious 2-doctor practice has been proudly voted the Best Dentist in Yolo County 25 years in a row . We operate as a premier Fee-For-Service (FFS) practice, supported by an incredible, full team dedicated to delivering top-tier cosmetic, family, and general dentistry. We take great pride in our high-end, supportive, and comfortable office environment. If you want to work with an elite team that treats patients like family, we want to hear from you! Position Overview Position Title: Insurance Coordinator Employment Category: Full-Time Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Pay Type: Hourly Compensation Range: $23.00- $27.00 DOE Incentive: Immediate Hire! --- Benefits Package Dr. Childress offers a robust, highly competitive benefits package for our full-time team members, including: 401(k) Retirement Plan Comprehensive Health Care Coverage Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Sick Time Dental Care benefits Job Responsibilities As our Insurance Coordinator, you will own the end-to-end insurance process to ensure clear transparency for our patients and seamless revenue flow for our Fee-For-Service practice. Core duties include: Insurance Verification: Pre-verifying out-of-network and FFS dental insurance benefits prior to patient appointments. Claims Management: Submitting comprehensive dental insurance claims quickly and accurately; including digital X-rays, narrative attachments, and intra-oral images. Accounts Receivable & Appeals: Monitoring outstanding insurance aging reports, tracking unpaid claims, and aggressively appealing denials. Patient Financial Consulting: Explicitly detailing out-of-pocket costs and explaining out-of-network breakdowns to patients with clarity and empathy. Front Office Support: Collaborating with the New Patient and Schedule Coordinators to maintain an efficient front desk workflow. Required & Preferred Qualifications Required: Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of experience managing dental insurance processing, billing, or claims allocation. Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of dental codes (CDT codes), insurance terminology, and how out-of-network/FFS reimbursement operates. Traits: Exceptional communication skills, strict attention to detail, and a warm, professional phone presence. Preferred: Software: Proficiency with dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix, Dentech, or similar platforms). Background: Previous experience handling high-volume claims in a boutique or private practice setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Dental Companies