Dental Data Entry

Job Details:

This is a fast paced, high volume position involving frequent interaction with dental providers. Experience in the dental field, knowledge of dental codes and procedures, is preferred. The successful candidate must be able to work quickly and accurately to enter the high volume of service authorization requests and amendments received by the department daily.

-Has developed specialized skills or is multi-skilled through job-related training

-Completes a variety of atypical assignments

-May solve problems of a recurring nature, but takes a broad perspective to problems and may identify new, less obvious solutions

-Completes work with a limited degree of supervision

-Acts as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience

-May lead a team in the performance of a variety of tasks that are generally routine

-May have specialized external certification (technical roles)

-Using a computerized system, processes faxed service authorization requests for dental services in a timely manner.

Primary Responsibilities:

-Data enters authorization requests from providers

-Reviews and adjudicates submitted requests

-Resolves provider concerns

-Maintains accurate records

Qualifications:

-Must live in Anchorage or surrounding areas

-Must have HS diploma or greater

-Must be 18yrs or older

-Familiar with dental terminology

-Experience working in fast paced environment

-Able to work independently Able to key quickly and accurately

-Must be familiar with common computer programs such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Access