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Clinic Coder I
CommonSpirit Health · Omaha, NE
$18.06–$25.51/ hour
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Medical Coder jobs in Council Bluffs, IA
The median medical coder pay in the Council Bluffs area is $24.54 per hour ($51,050 a year), with the typical range running from $22.10 to $29.35. 4 open roles with published pay are listed for Council Bluffs and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Council Bluffs.
- $24.54median pay per hour, Omaha
- $22–$29typical range per hour
- 790medical coders employed in the metro area
- 4open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Medical Coder roles near Council Bluffs
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Per diemPosted 2 days ago
Clinic Coder II
CommonSpirit Health · Omaha, NE
$20.86–$29.46/ hour
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Coder I
CommonSpirit Health · Omaha, NE
$18.96–$26.78/ hour
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Denials Coder
CommonSpirit Health · Omaha, NE
$19.87–$28.06/ hour
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Get my free pay reportMedical Coder pay in Council Bluffs, IA
The metro median is 1% below the Iowa statewide median of $24.80 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 790 medical records specialists employed in the Omaha metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.31).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.65 | $38,790 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.10 | $45,970 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.54 | $51,050 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.35 | $61,050 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $31.49 | $65,500 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Council Bluffs ranks
- 113th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 70th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
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 Council Bluffs
- Overall prices in Omaha run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.54 median hour buys what $26.70 buys at the national price level, 11% above 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 Council Bluffs paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$883
- Per year: $44,172
- Per month: $3,681
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Omaha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Council Bluffs
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Jennie Edmundson Council Bluffs, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 8 mi | $24.54/hr | 64,777 |
| Omaha, NE | 11 mi | $24.54/hr | 489,265 |
| Lincoln, NE | 52 mi | $23.14/hr | 300,619 |
| Sioux City, IA | 91 mi | $22.73/hr | 86,875 |
| West Des Moines, IA | 110 mi | $25.18/hr | 73,664 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 116 mi | $21.46/hr | 71,098 |
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Iowa
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
Iowa taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Council Bluffs
Council Bluffs city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Council Bluffs, IA?
Medical Coders in the Omaha metro area have a median pay of $24.54 per hour, about $51,050 a year. The middle half earn between $22.10 and $29.35 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Council Bluffs a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Omaha ranks 70th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 113th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical coders in Council Bluffs?
We list 4 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Omaha area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Council Bluffs.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Council Bluffs as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa 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
- CommonSpirit HealthCentennial, CO · 3 postings$34.69/ hr$26–$44
- Banner HealthArizona, AZ · 3 postings$31.92/ 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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Low$23Median$31.56High$42
53 Coder postings with published pay in the US, 44 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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