PermanentPosted 5 days ago
Senior Inpatient Coder, Full Time
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
$30.26–$42.37/ hour
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Medical Coder jobs in Baltimore, MD
The median medical coder pay in the Baltimore area is $30.07 per hour ($62,540 a year), with the typical range running from $23.67 to $40.43. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Baltimore. The CMS hospital directory lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore. The free report below lists employers near Baltimore and what they pay.
- $30.07median pay per hour, Baltimore
- $24–$40typical range per hour
- 1,690medical coders employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Outpatient Coding Specialist, FT Remote
University of Maryland Medical System · Remote · MD hiring
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Senior Outpatient Coding Specialist, Remote
University of Maryland Medical System · Remote · MD hiring
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Senior Outpatient Coding Specialist, FT Remote
University of Maryland Medical System · Remote · MD hiring
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CODING SPECIALIST II
Mercy Medical Center · Baltimore, MD
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Sr Inpatient Coder, FT Remote
University of Maryland Medical System · Remote · MD hiring
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Get my free pay reportMedical Coder pay in Baltimore, MD
The metro median is 6% above the Maryland statewide median of $28.43 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 1,690 medical records specialists employed in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area, 1.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.04).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.94 | $43,560 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.67 | $49,230 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.07 | $62,540 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.43 | $84,090 | 67% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.86 | $107,870 | 115% above U.S. median |
How Baltimore ranks
- 10th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 25th 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 Baltimore
- Overall prices in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson run 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 118.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.07 median hour buys what $28.78 buys at the national price level, 19% 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 Baltimore paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,083
- Per year: $54,126
- Per month: $4,510
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Baltimore
CMS lists 17 hospitals in Baltimore.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Baltimore Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Union Memorial Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Harbor Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Medical Center Inc Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Agnes Hospital Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore Baltimore, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore, MD | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie, MD | 25 mi | $27.75/hr | 58,421 |
| Rockville, MD | 33 mi | $27.75/hr | 68,417 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 33 mi | $27.75/hr | 70,686 |
| Washington, DC | 35 mi | $27.75/hr | 702,250 |
| Alexandria, VA | 42 mi | $27.75/hr | 159,102 |
| Frederick, MD | 44 mi | $27.75/hr | 89,537 |
Medical Coder jobs in Maryland · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Maryland
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
Maryland taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Baltimore
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Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Baltimore, MD?
Medical Coders in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson metro area have a median pay of $30.07 per hour, about $62,540 a year. The middle half earn between $23.67 and $40.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Baltimore a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson ranks 25th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 10th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical coders in Baltimore?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Baltimore. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Baltimore.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Baltimore as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland 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.
3Open now: 1 Coder roles
- Senior Inpatient Coder, Full TimePermanent$30.26–$42.37/ hour
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