Insurance Payment Poster

Insurance Payments Poster

BAM Dental Group

Marrero, Louisiana

Summary

An Insurance Payment Poster accurately records, reconciles, and posts payments from insurance companies and patients into a d ental billing system. They interpret Explanation of Benefits (EOB) forms, apply adjustments, resolve discrepancies, and manage both electronic (ERA) and manual transactions, directly impacting the revenue cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Payment Posting: Accurately apply insurance payments, adjustments, and denials (EOB/ERA) to patient accounts.
• Reconciliation: Balance daily deposits, electronic funds transfers (EFTs), and checks to ensure accuracy.
• Denial Management: Identify, document, and route claim denials or underpayments for follow-up.

-Data Entry: Enter patient payments and insurance reimbursements into the practice management system.

• Audit/Reporting: Review accounts for accuracy, verify electronic claim transmission, and report discrepancies to management.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• -High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• -Previous experience in medical billing, clerical work, or a similar data entry role.
• -Proficiency in MS Office (Excel) and familiarity with D ental Practice Management Software.
• -Understanding of dental terminology, CPT/ICD-10 codes, and insurance protocols.
• -Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to handle confidential information.