PermanentPosted 5 days ago
Senior Inpatient Coder, Full Time
University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
$30.26–$42.37/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Medical Coder jobs in Bowie, MD
Medical Coders in the Bowie area earn a median of $27.75 per hour, about $57,730 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $23.55 and $35.36. That ranks 34th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 114th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 20 hospitals in the Bowie metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bowie.
- $27.75median pay per hour, Washington
- $24–$35typical range per hour
- 2,370medical coders employed in the metro area
- 109cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Bowie, MD
The metro median is 2% below the Maryland statewide median of $28.43 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 2,370 medical records specialists employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.62).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.00 | $43,680 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.55 | $48,980 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.75 | $57,730 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.36 | $73,550 | 46% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.07 | $89,590 | 78% above U.S. median |
How Bowie ranks
- 34th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 114th 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 Bowie
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.75 median hour buys what $25.49 buys at the national price level, 5% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$999
- Per year: $49,950
- Per month: $4,162
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area
CMS lists 20 hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Alexandria Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Fairfax, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mary Washington Hospital Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | 15 mi | $27.75/hr | 702,250 |
| Alexandria, VA | 21 mi | $27.75/hr | 159,102 |
| Baltimore, MD | 25 mi | $30.07/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 79 mi | $22.33/hr | 58,441 |
| Wilmington, DE | 84 mi | $23.04/hr | 73,176 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 92 mi | $23.44/hr | 50,649 |
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
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Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Bowie, MD?
Medical Coders in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $27.75 per hour, about $57,730 a year. The middle half earn between $23.55 and $35.36 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bowie a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 114th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 34th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Bowie?
CMS lists 20 hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area, led by Inova Alexandria Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Bowie 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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- Avera HealthSioux Falls, SD · 3 postings$31.75/ hr$24–$46
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