Encoder vs entry table operator

The differences between encoders and entry table operators 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 an entry table operator. Additionally, an encoder has an average salary of $35,038, which is higher than the $33,144 average annual salary of an entry table operator.

The top three skills for an encoder include process checks, data entry system and computer system. The most important skills for an entry table operator are data entry, quality checks, and customer service.

Encoder vs entry table operator overview

	Encoder	Entry Table Operator
Yearly salary	$35,038	$33,144
Hourly rate	$16.85	$15.93
Growth rate	-5%	-
Number of jobs	277	34,656
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 49%	High School Diploma, 29%
Average age	44	44
Years of experience	2	2

Encoder vs entry table operator salary

Encoders and entry table operators have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Encoder	Entry Table Operator
Average salary	$35,038	$33,144
Salary range	Between $25,000 And $47,000	Between $26,000 And $42,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	-
Best paying company	-	-
Best paying industry	-	-

Differences between encoder and entry table operator education

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

	Encoder	Entry Table Operator
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 49%	High School Diploma, 29%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Encoder vs entry table operator demographics

Here are the differences between encoders' and entry table operators' demographics:

	Encoder	Entry Table Operator
Average age	44	44
Gender ratio	Male, 32.5% Female, 67.5%	Male, 23.2% Female, 76.8%
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, 9.8% Unknown, 4.7% Hispanic or Latino, 19.2% Asian, 8.5% White, 57.0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
LGBT Percentage	5%	5%

Differences between encoder and entry table operator 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

Entry table operator example responsibilities.

Code processed claims utilizing ICD-9 and CPT books.
Perform CPT coding and electronic claims filing.
Research Medicare, Medicaid and secondary insurance to verify adequate coverage.
Contact doctor offices, insurance companies and patients to request information relate to clarifications on prescriptions and insurance information.
Complete QA applications for detail and specific information on policies.

Encoder vs entry table operator skills

Common encoder skills

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

Common entry table operator skills

Data Entry, 21%
Quality Checks, 17%
Customer Service, 16%
Order Entry, 7%
Computer System, 7%
Computer Database, 4%