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CommonSpirit Health · Phoenix, AZ
$24.33–$36.19/ hour
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Medical Coder jobs in Mesa, AZ
Medical Coders in the Mesa area earn a median of $24.43 per hour, about $50,810 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.27 and $29.10. That ranks 117th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 208th of 328 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Mesa and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Mesa.
- $24.43median pay per hour, Phoenix
- $20–$29typical range per hour
- 2,030medical coders employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 2% above the Arizona statewide median of $23.94 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 2,030 medical records specialists employed in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.49 | $38,460 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.27 | $42,160 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.43 | $50,810 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.10 | $60,530 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $34.12 | $70,970 | 41% above U.S. median |
How Mesa ranks
- 117th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 208th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 6 Arizona metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Records Specialists (SOC 29-2072), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Mesa
- Overall prices in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% above the U.S. average (index 121.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.43 median hour buys what $23.65 buys at the national price level, 2% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Mesa paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$879
- Per year: $43,974
- Per month: $3,664
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Mesa
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Mesa.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dignity Health Arizona General Hospital Mesa, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner Baywood Medical Center Mesa, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner Desert Medical Center Mesa, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner Heart Hospital Mesa, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | No |
| Honorhealth Four Peaks Medical Center Mesa, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Arizona Spine And Joint Hospital Mesa, AZ | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Agave Ridge Behavioral Hospital Mesa, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Coder pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert, AZ | 6 mi | $24.43/hr | 288,790 |
| Chandler, AZ | 11 mi | $24.43/hr | 281,231 |
Medical Coder jobs in Arizona · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Arizona
Medical coders translate diagnoses and procedures into billing and reporting codes.
- CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential
- Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS
- Experience with encoder and EHR systems
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Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Mesa, AZ?
Medical Coders in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area have a median pay of $24.43 per hour, about $50,810 a year. The middle half earn between $20.27 and $29.10 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Mesa a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler ranks 208th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 117th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical coders in Mesa?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Mesa.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Mesa as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Banner HealthArizona, AZ · 3 postings$31.92/ hr$26–$44
- CommonSpirit HealthCentennial, CO · 3 postings$34.69/ hr$26–$44
- Avera HealthSioux Falls, SD · 3 postings$31.75/ hr$24–$46
- Sarah Bush Lincoln Health SystemIllinois · 4 postings$28.97/ hr$23–$37
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2What they are offering now
Low$25Median$31.92High$43
4 Coder postings with published pay in Arizona, 1 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 Coder roles
- CoderPermanent$24.33–$36.19/ hour
- Profee Senior Coder Surgical CardiologyRemote$26.40–$44.00/ hour
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