STEVEN S SANFORD DDS INCVerified Source

Dental Benefits Specialist, Billing & Claims

Onsite · Sacramento, California
Posted August 12, 2026
payroll

Overview

You will own end-to-end dental billing and claims follow-up at a busy Sacramento practice. You will manage Dental insurance verification, post EDI payments, and present treatment estimates to patients. Working with dentists and front office staff, you will coordinate treatment schedules and handle incoming calls. This role offers direct patient interaction and a chance to streamline billing workflows.

What You'll Do8

  • 1Follow up on unpaid dental claims and resolve denials with insurance carriers
  • 2Post insurance and patient payments accurately into the practice management system
  • 3Present treatment plan estimates and explain financial options to patients
  • 4Coordinate treatment scheduling and confirm appointments with patients
  • 5Handle incoming calls regarding billing questions, claims status, and treatment plans
  • 6Audit aged accounts receivable and initiate corrective actions
  • 7Maintain up-to-date patient billing records and documentation
  • 8Collaborate with clinical staff to verify insurance benefits prior to procedures

Requirements8

  • 12+ years experience in dental billing or medical billing
  • 2Proficiency with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
  • 3Knowledge of dental claim forms (ADA / CMS-1500) and coding (CDT)
  • 4Strong understanding of insurance verification and benefits coordination
  • 51+ years experience posting payments and reconciling ledgers
  • 6Excellent phone etiquette and customer service skills
  • 7Ability to interpret treatment plan estimates and communicate financial details
  • 8High school diploma or equivalent; certification in dental billing is a plus

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationSacramento, California

Required Skills

Dental claims follow upBillingTreatment plan estimatesPhone support
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