RemotePosted 14 days ago
Medical Billing Specialist - Remote
LifePoint Health · Remote · TN hiring
$18.00–$22.00/ hour
Medical Biller jobs in Chattanooga, TN
The median medical biller pay in the Chattanooga area is $20.43 per hour ($42,490 a year), with the typical range running from $17.39 to $23.44. That ranks 266th of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 196th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Chattanooga. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Chattanooga.
- $20.43median pay per hour, Chattanooga
- $17–$23typical range per hour
- 900medical billers employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Chattanooga, TN
The metro median is 3% below the Tennessee statewide median of $20.96 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 900 billing and posting clerks employed in the Chattanooga metro area, 3.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.24).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.03 | $31,260 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.39 | $36,170 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.43 | $42,490 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.44 | $48,760 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.48 | $59,240 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Chattanooga ranks
- 266th of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 196th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 10 Tennessee 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 Chattanooga
- Overall prices in Chattanooga run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.43 median hour buys what $22.34 buys at the national price level, 2% 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$735
- Per year: $36,774
- Per month: $3,064
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chattanooga metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Chattanooga
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Chattanooga.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Healthcare System, Inc Chattanooga, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Erlanger Medical Center Chattanooga, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Parkridge Medical Center Chattanooga, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Erlanger Behavioral Hospital, Llc Chattanooga, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute Chattanooga, TN | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland, TN | 23 mi | $19.14/hr | 50,232 |
| Huntsville, AL | 85 mi | $18.85/hr | 230,402 |
| Murfreesboro, TN | 86 mi | $22.16/hr | 168,387 |
| Marietta, GA | 87 mi | $23.96/hr | 63,122 |
| Roswell, GA | 87 mi | $23.96/hr | 92,227 |
| Alpharetta, GA | 88 mi | $23.96/hr | 67,275 |
Medical Biller jobs in Tennessee · Medical Biller jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Tennessee
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
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Chattanooga
Chattanooga city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Chattanooga, TN?
Medical Billers in the Chattanooga metro area have a median pay of $20.43 per hour, about $42,490 a year. The middle half earn between $17.39 and $23.44 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Chattanooga a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Chattanooga ranks 196th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 266th of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Chattanooga?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Chattanooga, led by Memorial Healthcare System, Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Chattanooga as a medical biller?
Medical billing or coding training; CPB is a plus. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Chattanooga?
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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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