PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Clinic Billing Specialist
CommonSpirit Health · Hot Springs, AR
$18.51–$26.15/ hour
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Medical Biller jobs in Little Rock, AR
Medical Billers in the Little Rock area earn a median of $19.17 per hour, about $39,870 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.52 and $22.19. That ranks 315th of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 275th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Little Rock. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Little Rock.
- $19.17median pay per hour, Little Rock
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 1,220medical billers employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Little Rock, AR
The metro median is 5% above the Arkansas statewide median of $18.20 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 1,220 billing and posting clerks employed in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area, 3.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.28).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.32 | $31,870 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.52 | $36,440 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.17 | $39,870 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.19 | $46,160 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $25.98 | $54,040 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Little Rock ranks
- 315th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 275th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Arkansas metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for medical biller. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Billing and Posting Clerks.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Billing and Posting Clerks (SOC 43-3021), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Little Rock
- Overall prices in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.17 median hour buys what $21.45 buys at the national price level, 5% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$690
- Per year: $34,506
- Per month: $2,876
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Little Rock
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Little Rock.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Heart Hospital, Llc Little Rock, AR | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock Little Rock, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Chi-St Vincent Infirmary Little Rock, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Arkansas Medical Sciences Little Rock, AR | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Central Ar. Veterans Healthcare System Lr Little Rock, AR | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Arkansas Children's Hospital Little Rock, AR | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Arkansas State Hospital Little Rock, AR | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Biller pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Little Rock, AR | 8 mi | $19.17/hr | 64,498 |
| Conway, AR | 25 mi | $19.17/hr | 70,711 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 121 mi | $18.26/hr | 82,384 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 122 mi | $18.81/hr | 90,507 |
| Southaven, MS | 136 mi | $21.79/hr | 57,493 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 138 mi | $18.90/hr | 103,134 |
Medical Biller jobs in Arkansas · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Arkansas
Medical billers prepare and submit claims, follow up on denials and post payments.
- Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus
- Knowledge of payer rules and claim forms
- Experience with billing and EHR systems
Arkansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Little Rock
Little Rock city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Little Rock, AR?
Medical Billers in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area have a median pay of $19.17 per hour, about $39,870 a year. The middle half earn between $17.52 and $22.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Little Rock a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway ranks 275th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 315th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Little Rock?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Little Rock, led by Arkansas Heart Hospital, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Little Rock as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place medical billers in Little Rock?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- OSF Healthcare SystemPeoria, IL · 1 posting$36.48/ hr$34–$39
- ChristianaCareWilmington, DE · 1 posting$28.42/ hr$23–$34
- Sentara HealthcareVirginia Beach, VA · 1 posting$27.34/ hr$22–$33
- MarinHealthNovato, CA · 2 postings$25.20/ hr$23–$27
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Low$18Median$22.18High$27
22 Biller postings with published pay in the US, 21 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Clinic Billing SpecialistPermanent$18.51–$26.15/ hour
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