PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Billing Representative I
Quest Diagnostics · Clifton, NJ
$17.20–$21.00/ hour
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Medical Biller jobs in Newark, NJ
The median medical biller pay in the Newark area is $26.84 per hour ($55,830 a year), with the typical range running from $22.97 to $30.86. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Newark and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Newark. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Newark.
- $26.84median pay per hour, New York
- $23–$31typical range per hour
- 29,120medical billers employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Get my free pay reportMedical Biller pay in Newark, NJ
The metro median is 10% above the New Jersey statewide median of $24.33 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 29,120 billing and posting clerks employed in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area, 3.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.90 | $41,390 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.97 | $47,780 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Median | $26.84 | $55,830 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.86 | $64,190 | 36% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.74 | $78,500 | 66% above U.S. median |
How Newark ranks
- 10th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 67th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
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 Newark
- Overall prices in New York-Newark-Jersey City run 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 49% above the U.S. average (index 148.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.84 median hour buys what $23.84 buys at the national price level, 5% 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.
Estimate your Newark paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$966
- Per year: $48,312
- Per month: $4,026
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Newark
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Newark.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Michael's Medical Center Newark, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Newark, NJ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The University Hospital Newark, NJ | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Silver Lake Hospital Ltach Newark, NJ | Long-term | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Orange, NJ | 3 mi | $26.84/hr | 71,850 |
| Elizabeth, NJ | 4 mi | $26.84/hr | 140,413 |
Medical Biller jobs in New Jersey · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in New Jersey
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
New Jersey taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Newark
Newark city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Newark, NJ?
Medical Billers in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area have a median pay of $26.84 per hour, about $55,830 a year. The middle half earn between $22.97 and $30.86 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Newark a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
New York-Newark-Jersey City ranks 67th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 10th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical billers in Newark?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the New York-Newark-Jersey City area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Newark.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in Newark as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey 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 Newark?
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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
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your New Jersey list
2What they are offering now
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.
3Open now: 2 Biller roles
- Billing Representative IPermanent$17.20–$21.00/ hour
- Billing SpecialistPermanent$16.00–$27.00/ hour
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