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How much do medical billing associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical billing associate in the United States is $24.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Medical Billing Associate do?

A Medical Billing Associate is responsible for processing healthcare claims, ensuring that healthcare providers are properly reimbursed for their services. They review patient information, submit insurance claims, follow up on unpaid claims, and handle billing inquiries. Their role is crucial for maintaining accurate records and ensuring that payments are received in a timely manner. Additionally, they often communicate with insurance companies, patients, and healthcare staff to resolve billing issues.

What are some common challenges Medical Billing Associates face when working with insurance claims?

Medical Billing Associates often encounter challenges such as denied or delayed insurance claims, navigating varying payer requirements, and keeping up with frequent changes in billing codes and regulations. Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills are essential, as resolving discrepancies and appealing denied claims are a regular part of the role. Collaboration with healthcare providers and insurance companies is also crucial for ensuring accurate and timely reimbursement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Medical Billing Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Billing Associate, you need strong knowledge of medical billing procedures, coding systems (such as ICD-10 and CPT), and a high school diploma or relevant certification. Familiarity with medical billing software, electronic health records (EHR), and insurance claim processing systems is typically required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication are vital soft skills for managing complex billing tasks and resolving discrepancies. These competencies ensure accurate claim submissions, timely reimbursements, and compliance with healthcare regulations.

What is the difference between Medical Billing Associate vs Medical Coding Specialist?

AspectMedical Billing AssociateMedical Coding Specialist
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification optionalCertification (e.g., CPC, CCS) often required
Work EnvironmentMedical offices, billing companies, hospitalsHospitals, clinics, billing companies
Job FocusSubmitting claims, follow-up on payments, patient billingAssigning codes to diagnoses and procedures for billing
Common UsageUsed for billing and reimbursement processesUsed for accurate coding and record-keeping

The Medical Billing Associate primarily handles billing, claims submission, and payment follow-up, while the Medical Coding Specialist focuses on assigning accurate medical codes to diagnoses and procedures. Both roles are essential in the revenue cycle but differ in their specific responsibilities and certifications.

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Medical Billing Associate - Saratoga Hospital

Medical Billing Associate - Saratoga Hospital

Albany Medical Center

Saratoga Springs, NY • On-site

Full-time

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Albany Medical Center rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 96 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

173rd of 993 rated hospitals


Job description

Medical Billing Associate

The Medical Billing Associate is a position located within the Hospital or Physician Billing Offices. The role is centered around the timely and efficient billing and follow up of medical claims throughout the Albany Med Health System (AMHS). This role focuses on pre-billing edits as well as some introductory payer denials. Claims must meet the regulatory requirements as well as specific payer policies. The edits are in place to ensure that clean claims are sent to the payers. Introduction to denial resolution is also part of this role. Initiating an appeal or rebilling the claim to address the denial is paramount to receiving payment. The incumbent will be expected to work independently and meet production standards after the prescribed onboarding and training is concluded. Communication with peers, trainers, and leaders will also be imperative to success.

Essential Functions

  • Resolve all billing edits found in the assigned WQs.
  • Respond to denials received on accounts as assigned. This may require a re-billing of a claim after updating the correct information or it may require the initiation of a dispute or appeal to the payer.
  • Collaborate professionally internally or with external departments when needed to resolve the edit or denial.
  • Recognize payer trends amongst the claims that are editing for similar reasons. Communicate those trends to leaders within the department to determine if a systematic update is required.
  • Identify payer trends within the denials and work with leaders to mitigate those denials where possible. Goal to minimize aging AR.
  • Proper and detailed notation of actions taken on the account. Others will rely on those notes when taking the next step on the account follow up.
  • Payer Website navigation as needed to obtain information. Review, understand, and locate payer policy guidelines for billing or denial resolution.
  • Proficient use of Epic, On Base, and other platforms as needed.
  • Ability to work independently and under time constraints and deadlines and with minimal supervision. to prioritize workload in an effective manner.
  • Meet daily/weekly productivity standards with acceptable QA results.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System! Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.


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