"UTS- Temporary Insurance Specialist at UNC Chapel Hill"

Job Details

Posting Number: PG195296TM

Position Number: 48CBL01

Position Type: Temporary

Essential Job Duties: This Insurance Specialist position offers both dental and medical insurance services. The Insurance Specialist works in all areas of billing and reimbursement, including private dental insurance companies and managed care organizations. This role requires specialized knowledge of insurance industry standards related to billing and reimbursement, along with a strong understanding of accounts receivable.

This position collaborates closely with private insurance carriers, particularly those contracted with the clinics. It also requires a comprehensive understanding of dental and medical terminology, dental procedural and diagnostic coding, medical-dental cross-coding, electronic claims processing, and the policies and contracts of multiple insurance vendors.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Extensive communication with various insurance companies, along with effective use of insurance portals.
• Filing dental insurance claims and pre-treatment estimates for privately insured patients; obtaining and providing the clinical documentation necessary for claims processing, such as x-rays, chart notes, and letters of necessity;
• Investigating denied claims, following up on those investigations, and submitting appeals for those denied claims;
• Verifying essential documentation including insurance cards, insurance explanations of payment, provider narratives, and insurance consent; and regularly auditing patient records for accuracy and completeness of billing, coding, and clinical documentation

Is Time Limited: Yes

If Yes, Appointment Length: 11 months

Working Title: UTS- Temporary Insurance Specialist at UNC Chapel Hill

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Other Work/Responsibilities: Other duties as needed

Minimum Experience/Education: 1–3 years of experience filing dental insurance claims and pre-treatment estimates for private insurance plans.

Department Required Skills: Effective communication and deductive reasoning are essential skills. Compliance with HIPAA regulations is mandatory.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $18.00-$21.00/hour, depending on experience

Job Open Date: 07/17/2025