MA · Fall River · Updated October 15, 2026

Medical Coder jobs in Fall River, MA

The median medical coder pay in the Fall River area is $29.58 per hour ($61,520 a year), with the typical range running from $23.08 to $31.52. That ranks 14th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 21st of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Fall River. The free report below lists employers near Fall River and what they pay.

Medical Coder pay in Fall River, MA

The metro median is 8% above the Massachusetts statewide median of $27.51 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 1,060 medical records specialists employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.23).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$19.63$40,83019% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$23.08$48,0104% below U.S. median
Median$29.58$61,52022% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$31.52$65,56030% above U.S. median
Top 10%$38.32$79,71059% above U.S. median

How Fall River ranks

  • 14th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 21st 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 Fall River

  • Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $29.58 median hour buys what $29.06 buys at the national price level, 20% 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$1,065
  • Per year: $53,244
  • Per month: $4,437

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

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Hospitals in Fall River

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Fall River.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Southcoast Hospitals Group
Fall River, MA
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Saint Anne's Hospital
Fall River, MA
Acute careFor-profit3 of 5Yes
Dr John C Corrigan Mental Health Center
Fall River, MA
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Medical Coder pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
New Bedford, MA9 mi$29.58/hr101,318
Taunton, MA12 mi$29.58/hr61,936
Brockton, MA25 mi$27.66/hr105,788
Weymouth Town, MA34 mi$27.66/hr60,159
Quincy, MA37 mi$27.66/hr103,434
Newton, MA42 mi$27.66/hr90,700

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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Massachusetts

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

Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

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Common questions

How much do medical coders make in Fall River, MA?

Medical Coders in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $29.58 per hour, about $61,520 a year. The middle half earn between $23.08 and $31.52 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Fall River a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?

Providence-Warwick ranks 21st of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 14th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.

Where do medical coders work in Fall River?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Fall River, led by Southcoast Hospitals Group. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Fall River as a medical coder?

CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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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2What they are offering now

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: 2 Coder roles

  1. Surgical Coding Specialist, RemoteRemote
    $22.22–$31.71/ hour
    Mass General Brigham · Remote (MA hiring) · posted today
  2. Coding Specialist II, Professional BillingPermanent
    $23.81–$35.08/ hour
    UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA · posted 29 days ago

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