Specialized Dental Partners
Dental Insurance Coordinator
Specialized Dental Partners, Garden City, New York, United States, 11536
Overview
The Insurance Coordinator is responsible for the ongoing documentation requirements of new and existing patients' insurance benefits verification to ensure accurate treatment estimates. Acts as secondary front desk; assisting with patient scheduling, reception, check-in, and check-out. This is a full-time hourly position, $20-$22 per hour.
Responsibilities
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Liaise with insurance providers to elucidate patients' coverage and to resolve disputes about rejected claimsPrioritizes and processes incoming Insurance Verifications, Referrals, and Prior Authorization requestsVerifies member/patient eligibilityEnsures insurance carrier documentation requirements are metUnderstands and can explain dental and medical insurance plan benefits.Effectively communicate with others, including physician offices, insurance companies, patients, and others about insurance benefits and costs associated to procedures.Handles multiple assignments or pieces of work at one time.Assists with scheduling and checking in of patients.Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge of dental/medical benefits and breakdowns a plus
Proficient computer skills
COMPETENCIES:
To perform the job satisfactorily, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Technical Skills - Assesses own strength and weaknesses; pursues training development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with othersCustomer Service - Interacts well with patients in pain; responds promptly to patient needs; solicits patient feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitmentsInterpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to new ideasOral Communications - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questionsWritten Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written informationDiversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environmentEthics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational valuesOrganizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; respects diversityPlanning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficientlyProfessionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitmentsSafety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properlyAdaptability - Adapts to changes in the schedule to follow patient flow; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected eventsAttendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on timeDependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
The Insurance Coordinator is responsible for the ongoing documentation requirements of new and existing patients' insurance benefits verification to ensure accurate treatment estimates. Acts as secondary front desk; assisting with patient scheduling, reception, check-in, and check-out. This is a full-time hourly position, $20-$22 per hour.
Responsibilities
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Liaise with insurance providers to elucidate patients' coverage and to resolve disputes about rejected claimsPrioritizes and processes incoming Insurance Verifications, Referrals, and Prior Authorization requestsVerifies member/patient eligibilityEnsures insurance carrier documentation requirements are metUnderstands and can explain dental and medical insurance plan benefits.Effectively communicate with others, including physician offices, insurance companies, patients, and others about insurance benefits and costs associated to procedures.Handles multiple assignments or pieces of work at one time.Assists with scheduling and checking in of patients.Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge of dental/medical benefits and breakdowns a plus
Proficient computer skills
COMPETENCIES:
To perform the job satisfactorily, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Technical Skills - Assesses own strength and weaknesses; pursues training development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with othersCustomer Service - Interacts well with patients in pain; responds promptly to patient needs; solicits patient feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitmentsInterpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to new ideasOral Communications - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questionsWritten Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written informationDiversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environmentEthics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational valuesOrganizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; respects diversityPlanning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficientlyProfessionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitmentsSafety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properlyAdaptability - Adapts to changes in the schedule to follow patient flow; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected eventsAttendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on timeDependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan