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Physician Billing Representative II
ChristianaCare · Wilmington, DE
$22.74–$34.11/ hour
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Medical Biller jobs in Philadelphia, PA
Medical Billers in the Philadelphia area earn a median of $24.20 per hour, about $50,330 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $21.39 and $29.62. That ranks 37th of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 86th of 341 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Philadelphia and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Philadelphia and what they pay.
- $24.20median pay per hour, Philadelphia
- $21–$30typical range per hour
- 8,370medical billers employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 10% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $22.07 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 8,370 billing and posting clerks employed in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area, 2.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.15 | $37,750 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.39 | $44,490 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.20 | $50,330 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.62 | $61,610 | 31% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $31.79 | $66,120 | 40% above U.S. median |
How Philadelphia ranks
- 37th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 86th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 15 Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia
- Overall prices in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.20 median hour buys what $23.60 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Philadelphia paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$871
- Per year: $43,560
- Per month: $3,630
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Philadelphia
CMS lists 21 hospitals in Philadelphia.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Philadelphia Va Medical Center Philadelphia, PA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Penn Presbyterian Medical Center Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Pennsylvania Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Temple University Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Jefferson Health- Northeast Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Nazareth Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Roxborough Memorial Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden, NJ | 5 mi | $24.20/hr | 71,749 |
| Trenton, NJ | 25 mi | $23.86/hr | 91,193 |
| Wilmington, DE | 28 mi | $24.20/hr | 73,176 |
| Vineland, NJ | 38 mi | $22.55/hr | 62,070 |
| Allentown, PA | 44 mi | $22.32/hr | 127,138 |
| Bethlehem, PA | 44 mi | $22.32/hr | 79,453 |
Medical Biller jobs in Pennsylvania · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Pennsylvania
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
Pennsylvania taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Philadelphia
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Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Philadelphia, PA?
Medical Billers in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $24.20 per hour, about $50,330 a year. The middle half earn between $21.39 and $29.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Philadelphia a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington ranks 86th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 37th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical billers in Philadelphia?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Philadelphia.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Philadelphia as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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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Low$18Median$22.18High$27
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