PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Billing Specialist - Medical Biller
BrightSpring Health Services · Louisville, KY
$21.00–$24.00/ hour
Medical Biller jobs in Bowling Green, KY
Medical Billers in the Bowling Green area earn a median of $19.50 per hour, about $40,560 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.52 and $21.86. That ranks 304th of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 265th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Bowling Green. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bowling Green.
- $19.50median pay per hour, Bowling Green
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 230medical billers employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Bowling Green, KY
The metro median is in line with the Kentucky statewide median of $19.42 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 230 billing and posting clerks employed in the Bowling Green metro area, 2.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.51 | $34,340 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.52 | $36,440 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.50 | $40,560 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.86 | $45,470 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $24.38 | $50,710 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Bowling Green ranks
- 304th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 265th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 6 Kentucky 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 Bowling Green
- Overall prices in Bowling Green run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 37% below the U.S. average (index 63.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.50 median hour buys what $21.62 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$702
- Per year: $35,100
- Per month: $2,925
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Hospitals in Bowling Green
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Bowling Green.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Medical Center (Bowling Green) Bowling Green, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital Bowling Green, KY | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Rivendell Behavioral Health Services Bowling Green, KY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallatin, TN | 41 mi | $22.16/hr | 52,489 |
| Hendersonville, TN | 47 mi | $22.16/hr | 63,947 |
| Lebanon, TN | 54 mi | $22.16/hr | 51,501 |
| Clarksville, TN | 58 mi | $18.24/hr | 185,690 |
| Nashville, TN | 59 mi | $22.16/hr | 704,963 |
| Owensboro, KY | 66 mi | $20.65/hr | 60,675 |
Medical Biller jobs in Kentucky · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Kentucky
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
Kentucky taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Bowling Green, KY?
Medical Billers in the Bowling Green metro area have a median pay of $19.50 per hour, about $40,560 a year. The middle half earn between $17.52 and $21.86 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bowling Green a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Bowling Green ranks 265th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 304th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Bowling Green?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Bowling Green, led by The Medical Center (Bowling Green). Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Bowling Green as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky 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 Bowling Green?
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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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