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Outpatient Coder-REMOTE
Garnet Health · Remote · NY hiring
$35.20–$39.75/ hour
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Medical Coder jobs in Buffalo, NY
The median medical coder pay in the Buffalo area is $26.75 per hour ($55,640 a year), with the typical range running from $21.24 to $33.00. That ranks 50th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 40th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Buffalo.
- $26.75median pay per hour, Buffalo
- $21–$33typical range per hour
- 740medical coders employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Buffalo, NY
The metro median is 7% below the New York statewide median of $28.73 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 740 medical records specialists employed in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.89 | $37,210 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.24 | $44,180 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.75 | $55,640 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.00 | $68,640 | 37% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.69 | $80,480 | 60% above U.S. median |
How Buffalo ranks
- 50th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 40th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 10 New York 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 Buffalo
- Overall prices in Buffalo-Cheektowaga run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 19% below the U.S. average (index 81.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.75 median hour buys what $27.91 buys at the national price level, 16% 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$963
- Per year: $48,150
- Per month: $4,012
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Inpatient Coder III
United Health Services · Binghamton, NY
$33.63–$50.45/ hour
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Hospitals in Buffalo
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upstate New York Va Healthcare System (Western Ny Va Healthcare System) Buffalo, NY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaleida Health Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sisters Of Charity Hospital Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Erie County Medical Center Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo Buffalo, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Brylin Hosp Buffalo, NY | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Buffalo Psychiatric Center Buffalo, NY | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, NY | 66 mi | $25.94/hr | 207,282 |
| Erie, PA | 82 mi | $21.64/hr | 92,940 |
| Syracuse, NY | 138 mi | $24.33/hr | 146,097 |
| Youngstown, OH | 154 mi | $22.29/hr | 59,123 |
| Cleveland, OH | 174 mi | $29.44/hr | 365,379 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 179 mi | $22.46/hr | 307,668 |
Medical Coder jobs in New York · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in New York
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 Buffalo, NY?
Medical Coders in the Buffalo-Cheektowaga metro area have a median pay of $26.75 per hour, about $55,640 a year. The middle half earn between $21.24 and $33.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Buffalo a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Buffalo-Cheektowaga ranks 40th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 50th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Buffalo?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Buffalo, led by Upstate New York Va Healthcare System (Western Ny Va Healthcare System). Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Buffalo as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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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- 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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