PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Coding Specialist II, Professional Billing
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$23.81–$35.08/ hour
Medical Coder jobs in Worcester, MA
Medical Coders in the Worcester area earn a median of $27.09 per hour, about $56,350 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.25 and $31.97. That ranks 42nd of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 79th of 328 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Worcester. The free report below lists employers near Worcester and what they pay.
- $27.09median pay per hour, Worcester
- $22–$32typical range per hour
- 370medical coders employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Outpatient Coder II
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
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The metro median is 2% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $27.51 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 370 medical records specialists employed in the Worcester metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.87).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.91 | $41,410 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.25 | $46,280 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.09 | $56,350 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.97 | $66,500 | 32% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.53 | $90,540 | 80% above U.S. median |
How Worcester ranks
- 42nd of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 79th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Massachusetts 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 Worcester
- Overall prices in Worcester run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.09 median hour buys what $26.42 buys at the national price level, 9% 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 Worcester paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$975
- Per year: $48,762
- Per month: $4,064
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Worcester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Worcester
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Worcester.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Umass Memorial Medical Center/University Campus Worcester, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent Hospital Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Adcare Hospital Of Worcester Inc Worcester, MA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Hospital For Behavioral Medicine Worcester, MA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Worcester Recovery Center And Hospital Worcester, MA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Framingham, MA | 19 mi | $27.66/hr | 73,361 |
| Waltham, MA | 30 mi | $27.66/hr | 65,849 |
| Newton, MA | 31 mi | $27.66/hr | 90,700 |
| Pawtucket, RI | 35 mi | $29.58/hr | 76,996 |
| Lowell, MA | 36 mi | $27.66/hr | 120,418 |
| Cambridge, MA | 36 mi | $27.66/hr | 121,186 |
Medical Coder jobs in Massachusetts · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
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
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Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Worcester, MA?
Medical Coders in the Worcester metro area have a median pay of $27.09 per hour, about $56,350 a year. The middle half earn between $22.25 and $31.97 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Worcester a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Worcester ranks 79th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 42nd of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical coders in Worcester?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Worcester. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Worcester.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Worcester 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
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3Open now: 2 Coder roles
- Surgical Coding Specialist, RemoteRemote$22.22–$31.71/ hour
- Coding Specialist II, Professional BillingPermanent$23.81–$35.08/ hour
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