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Lower estimated automation risk
Why it fits
Advancement path using billing controls, reconciliations, account analysis, documentation, and accounting training.
Why it fits
Plausible for billing clerks in healthcare using patient records, codes, appointments, privacy, and payments.
Why it fits
Applies document preparation, records, scheduling, customer communication, office software, and detail control.
Why it fits
Applies invoices, purchase documents, vendor records, quantities, prices, approvals, and order follow-up.
Why it fits
Uses billing explanations, account updates, complaints, payment questions, records, and follow-up.
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We rate jobs using four factors. These are:
- Chance of being automated
- Job growth
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- Volume of available positions
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Risk & user votes
Calculated automation risk
High Risk (61-80%): This occupation shows a significant risk of end-to-end replacement by automation. Many core parts of the role may be structured, repeatable, software-driven, or physically predictable enough for AI, machines, or robotic systems to take over. If you work in this area, it may be worth exploring safer related careers or moving towards more human-centred responsibilities.
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These are human abilities and work contexts that are important in this occupation. They may help explain why parts of the role are harder to replace end-to-end, but they are not the only inputs into the automation score.
Decision-making and problem solving
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What users think
Based on 39 votes
Our visitors have voted that it's probable this occupation will be automated. This assessment is further supported by the calculated automation risk level, which estimates 76% chance of automation.
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What is the likelihood that Billing and Posting Clerks will be replaced by robots or artificial intelligence within the next 20 years?
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Wages
In 2024, the median annual wage for Billing and Posting Clerks was $47,170 ($23 per hour).
The median annual wage for Billing and Posting Clerks was 4.7% lower than the national median annual wage, which stood at $49,500.
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Growth
The number of 'Billing and Posting Clerks' job openings is expected to decline 0.4% by 2034
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Total employment, and estimated job openings
Updated projections are due 09-2025.
Volume
As of 2024 there were 417,500 people employed as 'Billing and Posting Clerks' within the United States.
This represents around 0.27% of the employed workforce across the country
Put another way, around 1 in 369 people are employed as 'Billing and Posting Clerks'.
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Job description
Compile, compute, and record billing, accounting, statistical, and other numerical data for billing purposes. Prepare billing invoices for services rendered or for delivery or shipment of goods.
O*NET-SOC code: 43-3021.00
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