PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Medical Records Technician (Auditor-Inpatient Coder)
Veterans Health Administration · Saint Louis, MO
$62k–$80k/ year
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Medical Coder jobs in St. Louis, MO
The median medical coder pay in the St. Louis area is $23.54 per hour ($48,970 a year), with the typical range running from $20.74 to $29.58. 1 open role with published pay is listed for St. Louis. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis. The free report below lists employers near St. Louis and what they pay.
- $23.54median pay per hour, St. Louis
- $21–$30typical range per hour
- 1,250medical coders employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is in line with the Missouri statewide median of $23.63 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 1,250 medical records specialists employed in the St. Louis metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.76).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.18 | $37,810 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.74 | $43,140 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.54 | $48,970 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.58 | $61,530 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $34.44 | $71,640 | 43% above U.S. median |
How St. Louis ranks
- 157th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 151st of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 8 Missouri 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 St. Louis
- Overall prices in St. Louis run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.54 median hour buys what $24.76 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 St. Louis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$847
- Per year: $42,372
- Per month: $3,531
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Louis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in St. Louis
CMS lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Baptist Medical Center Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Louis-John Cochran Va Medical Center St. Louis, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Barnes Jewish Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Christian Hospital Northeast Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital South Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Louis Childrens Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florissant, MO | 12 mi | $23.54/hr | 51,290 |
| St. Charles, MO | 18 mi | $23.54/hr | 72,458 |
| Springfield, IL | 86 mi | $23.73/hr | 112,949 |
| Decatur, IL | 110 mi | $23.27/hr | 68,763 |
| Columbia, MO | 114 mi | $25.97/hr | 130,900 |
| Bloomington, IL | 144 mi | $21.43/hr | 79,232 |
Medical Coder jobs in Missouri · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Missouri
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
Missouri 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 St. Louis, MO?
Medical Coders in the St. Louis metro area have a median pay of $23.54 per hour, about $48,970 a year. The middle half earn between $20.74 and $29.58 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Louis a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
St. Louis ranks 151st of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 157th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical coders in St. Louis?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in St. Louis. Your free report adds named employers and pay near St. Louis.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Louis as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place medical coders in St. Louis?
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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
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3Open now: 1 Coder roles
- Medical Records Technician (Auditor-Inpatient Coder)Permanent$62k–$80k/ year
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