Patient Care Coordinator
Company: Asheville Dental Associates
Location: Asheville
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Asheville Dental
Associates is dedicated to providing exceptional dental care. We
believe that every patient deserves an incredible dentist who
possesses both extensive knowledge and the ability to explain
specific needs clearly and understandably. As a Patient Care
Coordinator (VA Coordinator), you will play a crucial role in
ensuring our patients receive comprehensive care, a smooth
transition and positive experience from check-in to check-out,
ensuring all pre-authorizations are approved by VA, and reviewing
treatment with patients. Key Responsibilities: Patient Interaction
Serve as the first point of contact for patients, welcoming them
warmly and addressing their needs professionally and
empathetically. Answer phone calls, triage issues, and handle
patient requests, concerns, and complaints in a friendly and
efficient manner. Discuss treatment plans, estimated insurance
coverage, and patient balances clearly with patients. Scheduling
and Coordination Schedule appointments and manage the daily
schedule to optimize efficiency and capacity. Ensure all patients
are scheduled for follow-up appointments at the end of their visit.
Work on continuing care, hygiene recall, and overdue treatment
lists. Create and send pre-authorizations to VA Community Care for
all veteran patients. Payment Handling: Determine estimated patient
co-pays, deductibles, and other expenses prior to appointments and
document them accurately. Accept and record payments made at the
time of service, via mail, and over the telephone. Present payment
options to patients with third-party services and make necessary
arrangements according to practice protocols. Pre-Appointment
Preparation: Ensure all necessary radiographs, lab cases,
paperwork, and other information are updated and complete prior to
patient appointments. Verify that medical clearances are received
if needed before appointments. Ensure all insurance is verified
prior to appointments. Verify all VA patients have proper approvals
prior to appointment date and time. Administrative Support: Send
requested records to patients and update patient files. Check in
lab cases and document appointments with pertinent information.
Maintain active communication with VA Community Care in regard to
patients’ appointment date/times as well as next steps in
treatment. Perform any other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
Proficiency with Denticon software is required. Strong phone and
scheduling skills. Dental Experience REQURIED Dental Insurance
knowledge is required. Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and
effectively. Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay Competitive pay
Schedule: Practice Hours Monday-Thursday 8am-4pm. Administrative
staff required to be at office by 7:30am Friday 8am-1pm.
Administrative staff required to be at office by 7:30am
Requirements:
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