PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Medical Billing Specialist - Denials
Sonic Healthcare · Hicksville, NY
$18.00–$24.00/ hour
Medical Biller jobs in Buffalo, NY
The median medical biller pay in the Buffalo area is $22.46 per hour ($46,710 a year), with the typical range running from $19.58 to $27.59. That ranks 112th of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 101st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Buffalo.
- $22.46median pay per hour, Buffalo
- $20–$28typical range per hour
- 2,210medical billers employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Buffalo, NY
The metro median is 10% below the New York statewide median of $24.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 2,210 billing and posting clerks employed in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area, 4.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.54).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.37 | $38,210 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.58 | $40,730 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.46 | $46,710 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.59 | $57,390 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $31.07 | $64,630 | 37% above U.S. median |
How Buffalo ranks
- 112th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 101st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 11 New York 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 Buffalo
- Overall prices in Buffalo-Cheektowaga run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 19% below the U.S. average (index 81.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.46 median hour buys what $23.43 buys at the national price level, 3% 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$809
- Per year: $40,428
- Per month: $3,369
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Buffalo
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upstate New York Va Healthcare System (Western Ny Va Healthcare System) Buffalo, NY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaleida Health Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sisters Of Charity Hospital Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Erie County Medical Center Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Brylin Hosp Buffalo, NY | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Buffalo Psychiatric Center Buffalo, NY | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, NY | 66 mi | $22.56/hr | 207,282 |
| Erie, PA | 82 mi | $21.28/hr | 92,940 |
| Syracuse, NY | 138 mi | $22.44/hr | 146,097 |
| Youngstown, OH | 154 mi | $19.60/hr | 59,123 |
| Cleveland, OH | 174 mi | $22.60/hr | 365,379 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 179 mi | $21.06/hr | 307,668 |
Medical Biller jobs in New York · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in New York
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 York 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 Buffalo, NY?
Medical Billers in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area have a median pay of $22.46 per hour, about $46,710 a year. The middle half earn between $19.58 and $27.59 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Buffalo a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Buffalo-Cheektowaga ranks 101st of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 112th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Buffalo?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo, led by Upstate New York Va Healthcare System (Western Ny Va Healthcare System). Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Buffalo as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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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