Encoder vs data entry representative

The differences between encoders and data entry representatives can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both an encoder and a data entry representative. Additionally, an encoder has an average salary of $35,038, which is higher than the $33,173 average annual salary of a data entry representative.

The top three skills for an encoder include process checks, data entry system and computer system. The most important skills for a data entry representative are customer service, outbound calls, and inbound calls.

Encoder vs data entry representative overview

	Encoder	Data Entry Representative
Yearly salary	$35,038	$33,173
Hourly rate	$16.85	$15.95
Growth rate	-5%	-
Number of jobs	277	147,777
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 49%	Bachelor's Degree, 28%
Average age	44	44
Years of experience	2	2

Encoder vs data entry representative salary

Encoders and data entry representatives have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Encoder	Data Entry Representative
Average salary	$35,038	$33,173
Salary range	Between $25,000 And $47,000	Between $26,000 And $41,000
Highest paying City	-	Urban Honolulu, HI
Highest paying state	-	Alaska
Best paying company	-	Alere
Best paying industry	-	Automotive

Differences between encoder and data entry representative education

There are a few differences between an encoder and a data entry representative in terms of educational background:

	Encoder	Data Entry Representative
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 49%	Bachelor's Degree, 28%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Encoder vs data entry representative demographics

Here are the differences between encoders' and data entry representatives' demographics:

	Encoder	Data Entry Representative
Average age	44	44
Gender ratio	Male, 32.5% Female, 67.5%	Male, 23.8% Female, 76.2%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 9.4% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 23.0% Asian, 8.9% White, 53.9% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%	Black or African American, 9.6% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 22.4% Asian, 7.6% White, 55.7% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
LGBT Percentage	5%	5%

Differences between encoder and data entry representative duties and responsibilities

Encoder example responsibilities.

Stitch in next coil to be run.
Encode deposits slips and checks (NCR).
Correct errors for clients of DHL.
Operate the continuous check MICR encoding machine.
Train new encoders to use the computer program/equipment.
Scan USPS packages and print labels for say packages

Data entry representative example responsibilities.

Facilitate entry of customer data and payment information for Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance billing according to HIPAA guidelines.
Enter payroll information into EasyPay system AS400.
Update and add patient information into AS400 system.
Follow all HIPPA guidelines to help protect patients, clients and company information.
Obtain correct diagnosis from doctors and apply correct ICD-9 codes to expedite billing/payment process.
Correct Medicare and Medicaid claims prior to billing to limit delay due to administrative error.

Encoder vs data entry representative skills

Common encoder skills

Process Checks, 22%
Data Entry System, 19%
Computer System, 10%
Encoders, 8%
ZIP Codes, 6%
Subsequent Entry, 5%

Common data entry representative skills

Customer Service, 13%
Outbound Calls, 8%
Inbound Calls, 7%
Company Database, 7%
Patient Demographics, 6%
Computer System, 6%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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