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Billing Specialist (Collector)
Acadia Healthcare · Haverhill, MA
$22.00–$25.00/ hour
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Medical Biller jobs in Worcester, MA
Medical Billers in the Worcester area earn a median of $25.22 per hour, about $52,460 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.67 and $28.20. That ranks 21st of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 34th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Worcester. The free report below lists employers near Worcester and what they pay.
- $25.22median pay per hour, Worcester
- $23–$28typical range per hour
- 680medical billers employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Worcester, MA
The metro median is 1% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $25.42 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 680 billing and posting clerks employed in the Worcester metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.77 | $43,200 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.67 | $47,150 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $25.22 | $52,460 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.20 | $58,660 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.37 | $63,170 | 34% above U.S. median |
How Worcester ranks
- 21st of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 34th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Massachusetts 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 Worcester
- Overall prices in Worcester run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.22 median hour buys what $24.60 buys at the national price level, 8% above 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$908
- Per year: $45,396
- Per month: $3,783
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Worcester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Worcester
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Worcester.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus Worcester, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent Hospital Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Adcare Hospital Of Worcester Inc Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Hospital For Behavioral Medicine Worcester, MA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Worcester Recovery Center And Hospital Worcester, MA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framingham, MA | 19 mi | $26.36/hr | 73,361 |
| Waltham, MA | 30 mi | $26.36/hr | 65,849 |
| Newton, MA | 31 mi | $26.36/hr | 90,700 |
| Pawtucket, RI | 35 mi | $24.07/hr | 76,996 |
| Lowell, MA | 36 mi | $26.36/hr | 120,418 |
| Cambridge, MA | 36 mi | $26.36/hr | 121,186 |
Medical Biller jobs in Massachusetts · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Massachusetts
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
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Worcester city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Worcester, MA?
Medical Billers in the Worcester metro area have a median pay of $25.22 per hour, about $52,460 a year. The middle half earn between $22.67 and $28.20 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Worcester a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Worcester ranks 34th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 21st of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Worcester?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Worcester, led by Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Worcester as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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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