RemotePosted 14 days ago
Medical Billing Specialist - Remote
LifePoint Health · Remote · TN hiring
$18.00–$22.00/ hour
Medical Biller jobs in Murfreesboro, TN
Medical Billers in the Murfreesboro area earn a median of $22.16 per hour, about $46,080 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.73 and $24.73. That ranks 142nd of 384 U.S. metro areas for medical biller pay, and 139th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Murfreesboro. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Murfreesboro.
- $22.16median pay per hour, Nashville
- $20–$25typical range per hour
- 3,380medical billers employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Biller pay in Murfreesboro, TN
The metro median is 6% above the Tennessee statewide median of $20.96 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.68 per hour. BLS counts about 3,380 billing and posting clerks employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 3.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.14).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.09 | $35,550 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.73 | $41,040 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.16 | $46,080 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.73 | $51,440 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.44 | $61,240 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Murfreesboro ranks
- 142nd of 384 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 139th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Murfreesboro
- Overall prices in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.16 median hour buys what $23.00 buys at the national price level, 1% 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$798
- Per year: $39,888
- Per month: $3,324
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Murfreesboro
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Murfreesboro.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital Murfreesboro, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Trustpoint Hospital Murfreesboro, TN | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Va Middle Tennessee Healthcare System - Murfreesboro Murfreesboro, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smyrna, TN | 10 mi | $22.16/hr | 60,302 |
| Lebanon, TN | 24 mi | $22.16/hr | 51,501 |
| Clarksville, TN | 71 mi | $18.24/hr | 185,690 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 78 mi | $19.50/hr | 79,076 |
| Huntsville, AL | 81 mi | $18.85/hr | 230,402 |
| Madison, AL | 81 mi | $18.85/hr | 64,029 |
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 Murfreesboro
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Common questions
How much do medical billers make in Murfreesboro, TN?
Medical Billers in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $22.16 per hour, about $46,080 a year. The middle half earn between $19.73 and $24.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Murfreesboro a good place for medical billers once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 139th of 341 metro areas for medical biller pay after adjusting for local prices, and 142nd of 384 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical billers work in Murfreesboro?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Murfreesboro, led by Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro?
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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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