Medical Biller

Background

Medical billers process and submit healthcare claims to insurance companies on behalf of patients and healthcare providers. They review medical records, check that billing codes are correct, and make sure all the paperwork is accurate before sending it to insurers. This job involves attention to detail, computer skills, and understanding how the healthcare system works.

Similar Roles

Lessons to help you on this path

Next Step Roles

Medical Coding Supervisor→Healthcare Compliance Officer→Medical Billing Manager→Revenue Cycle Manager

Publications

Journal of AHIMAHealthcare Billing and Management Association Newsletter

Books

The Medical Billing ProcessHealthcare Finance and BillingUnderstanding Medical Insurance

Key Figures

Melanie WittLaurie BrlasJudy SchafferMichelle Green

Classification

SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference610.68, 657.8For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Healthcare BillerMedical Claims ProcessorBilling SpecialistHealthcare Billing Clerk

Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

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