PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Billing Specialist - Medical Biller
BrightSpring Health Services · Louisville, KY
$21.00–$24.00/ hour
Medical Biller jobs in Lexington, KY
Medical Billers in the Lexington area earn a median of $18.98 per hour, about $39,470 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.41 and $23.39. That ranks 322nd of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 314th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Lexington. The free report below lists employers near Lexington and what they pay.
- $18.98median pay per hour, Lexington
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 1,120medical billers employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Lexington, KY
The metro median is 2% below the Kentucky statewide median of $19.42 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 1,120 billing and posting clerks employed in the Lexington-Fayette metro area, 4.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.46).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.64 | $36,690 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.41 | $38,290 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.98 | $39,470 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.39 | $48,650 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.65 | $55,430 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Lexington ranks
- 322nd of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 314th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th 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 Lexington
- Overall prices in Lexington-Fayette run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 77.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.98 median hour buys what $20.43 buys at the national price level, 10% 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$683
- Per year: $34,164
- Per month: $2,847
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lexington-Fayette metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Lexington
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Lexington.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Lexington Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Kentucky Hospital Lexington, KY | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lexington Va Medical Center Lexington, KY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph Hospital Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph East Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Eastern State Hospital Lexington, KY | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| The Ridge Behavioral Health System Lexington, KY | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville, KY | 65 mi | $21.27/hr | 640,796 |
| Jeffersonville, IN | 70 mi | $21.27/hr | 52,912 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 76 mi | $21.74/hr | 314,915 |
| Hamilton, OH | 94 mi | $21.74/hr | 63,953 |
| Middletown, OH | 101 mi | $21.74/hr | 52,291 |
| Columbus, IN | 113 mi | $20.22/hr | 51,970 |
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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Lexington city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Lexington, KY?
Medical Billers in the Lexington-Fayette metro area have a median pay of $18.98 per hour, about $39,470 a year. The middle half earn between $18.41 and $23.39 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lexington a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Lexington-Fayette ranks 314th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 322nd of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Lexington?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Lexington, led by Baptist Health Lexington. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Lexington 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.
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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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