Checks insurance benefits in a timely manner for all up-coming surgeries via telephone and internet. Handles pre-certifications and pre-treatment estimates to insurance carriers. Enters patient demographics into management software accurately. Fields patient phone calls in a friendly, courteous manner regarding their accounts. Oversees financial arrangements with patients. Mails completed forms to patient or insurer after checking for content and accuracy. Responds to written and telephone inquiries from patients and insurance companies. Daily submission of electronic claims and fixing of errors if necessary for prompt claim payment. Handles monthly patient billing of unpaid balances due on account (statements). Tracks insurance payments and pre-authorization claims. Accurately posts all insurance checks and appropriate disallowances. Coordinates Benefits between all insurances to maximize practice reimbursement. Prepares and sends estimates to patients, placing a phone call notifying patient of their out of pocket expense.