Prevailing Wage for Billing and Posting Clerks
Prevailing wage for Billing and Posting Clerks (SOC 43-3021) is set by the DOL using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. Whether your title is Billing Coordinator, Biller, or Account Services Representative, DOL assigns one of four experience-based wage levels, and the floor shifts considerably depending on which city your worksite is in.
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Level 1 covers entry-level billers with limited experience, typically performing routine tasks under close supervision. Candidates joining straight from a certificate program or with under one year of billing experience commonly land here. Employers filing at this level should document the structured oversight and limited scope.
Level 2 is the most common filing level for Billing and Posting Clerks. It applies to qualified workers who handle standard billing cycles, resolve routine discrepancies, and work with moderate independence. Two to four years of billing or accounts-related experience typically supports a Level 2 determination.
Level 3 reflects experienced billers who manage complex accounts, mentor junior staff, or handle specialized billing systems such as medical or insurance coding. Workers at this level exercise judgment with minimal supervision and often serve as subject-matter contacts for billing disputes or compliance questions.
Level 4 applies to fully competent senior billing professionals who set procedures, oversee billing operations, or act as leads over a team. This level is appropriate when the role requires authoritative expertise across all billing functions and the worker operates with significant autonomy on complex or high-volume accounts.
Prevailing Wage for Billing and Posting Clerks by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Verify your title maps to SOC 43-3021
Titles like Medical Biller and Billing Coordinator both fall under SOC 43-3021, but some employers mistakenly file medical billing roles under a health-information SOC, applying a different wage floor entirely. Confirm the SOC code on the certified LCA before accepting any sponsored offer.
Flag healthcare employer billing wage gaps
Hospitals and medical groups often sponsor billers at Level 1 even when the role involves insurance claim adjudication and denial management. If your offer involves payer contracts or coding audits, the scope likely supports a Level 2 or Level 3 wage determination instead.
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Billing and Posting Clerk sponsorships are concentrated among healthcare networks, large staffing agencies, and financial services firms. Migrate Mate shows which employers have sponsored this occupation before, so you can target companies with a real track record rather than cold-applying to unknown sponsors.
Watch out for California metro wage gaps
The prevailing wage floor for billers in the San Jose and San Francisco metros is substantially higher than the national median. If your offer lists a Bay Area worksite but was benchmarked against a national or Midwest rate, it may fall below the certified LCA wage required for that location.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 43-3021.00 alongside Billing and Posting Clerks, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Account Services Representative (Accounts Services Rep) Prevailing Wage
Account Services Representative (Accounts Services Rep) Prevailing Wage
Account Services Representative (Accounts Services Rep) positions fall under SOC 43-3021.00 (Billing and Posting Clerks). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Biller Prevailing Wage
Biller Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Biller for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 43-3021.00 (Billing and Posting Clerks). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Billing Clerk Prevailing Wage
Billing Clerk Prevailing Wage
Billing Clerk is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 43-3021.00 (Billing and Posting Clerks). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Billing Coordinator Prevailing Wage
Billing Coordinator Prevailing Wage
Billing Coordinator positions fall under SOC 43-3021.00 (Billing and Posting Clerks). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Item Processing Clerk (IP Clerk) Prevailing Wage
Item Processing Clerk (IP Clerk) Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Item Processing Clerk (IP Clerk) for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 43-3021.00 (Billing and Posting Clerks). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Medical Biller Prevailing Wage
Medical Biller Prevailing Wage
Medical Biller is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 43-3021.00 (Billing and Posting Clerks). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Pre-Audit Clerk Prevailing Wage
Pre-Audit Clerk Prevailing Wage
Pre-Audit Clerk positions fall under SOC 43-3021.00 (Billing and Posting Clerks). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Statement Clerk Prevailing Wage
Statement Clerk Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Statement Clerk for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 43-3021.00 (Billing and Posting Clerks). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Statement Distribution Clerk Prevailing Wage
Statement Distribution Clerk Prevailing Wage
Statement Distribution Clerk is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 43-3021.00 (Billing and Posting Clerks). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Statement Services Representative (Statement Services Rep) Prevailing Wage
Statement Services Representative (Statement Services Rep) Prevailing Wage
Statement Services Representative (Statement Services Rep) positions fall under SOC 43-3021.00 (Billing and Posting Clerks). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Billing and Posting Clerks?
DOL uses Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics across hundreds of metro areas. For SOC 43-3021, it calculates four wage levels based on the occupation's wage distribution in a given area. Employers submit a Labor Condition Application through OFLC, which certifies that the offered wage meets or exceeds the applicable prevailing wage for the worksite location.
What do the four wage levels mean, and how do I know which applies to me?
DOL divides the prevailing wage into four levels based on experience, supervision, and job complexity. Level 1 is entry-level with close oversight; Level 2 is qualified and independent work; Level 3 reflects experienced or specialized billing roles; Level 4 covers senior or lead positions. Your level should match the actual duties and experience requirements in the job description, not just your title. OFLC guidance outlines the criteria for each level.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same billing role vary so much between cities?
DOL calculates prevailing wages from regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys, so wages reflect local labor market conditions. A Billing Coordinator position in San Jose is benchmarked against Bay Area compensation norms, while the same title in a Puerto Rico metro reflects a much lower local median. The LCA must list the actual worksite, so the wage floor is tied to where the work is performed, not where the employer is headquartered.
What happens if my job offer falls below the prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
An employer cannot certify an LCA with an offered wage below the prevailing wage for that location and level. OFLC will reject or refuse to certify the application. If a petition reaches USCIS with a wage below the certified LCA amount, it can be denied. For green card PERM cases, a wage below the prevailing wage determination also disqualifies the filing. You have grounds to ask the employer to adjust the offer before any petition is filed.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for a Billing and Posting Clerks role in a specific U.S. city?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool to look up SOC 43-3021 for any metropolitan area. Enter the occupation code and select the metro that matches your actual worksite address. The tool returns all four wage levels for that area. Cross-reference what the employer listed on the certified LCA, which is publicly available in OFLC disclosure data. O*NET also provides occupational context useful for confirming the correct SOC applies to your specific duties.
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