RemotePosted today
Outpatient Coder-REMOTE
Garnet Health · Remote · NY hiring
$35.20–$39.75/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Medical Coder jobs in Rochester, NY
Medical Coders in the Rochester area earn a median of $25.94 per hour, about $53,960 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.66 and $32.00. That ranks 61st of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 69th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Rochester. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Rochester.
- $25.94median pay per hour, Rochester
- $23–$32typical range per hour
- 580medical coders employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Rochester, NY
The metro median is 10% below the New York statewide median of $28.73 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 580 medical records specialists employed in the Rochester metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.81 | $43,280 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.66 | $47,130 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.94 | $53,960 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.00 | $66,560 | 32% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.43 | $84,090 | 67% above U.S. median |
How Rochester ranks
- 61st of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 69th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 Rochester
- Overall prices in Rochester run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.94 median hour buys what $26.73 buys at the national price level, 11% 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$934
- Per year: $46,692
- Per month: $3,891
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rochester 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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Veterans Health Administration · Syracuse, NY
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Hospitals in Rochester
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Rochester.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Strong Memorial Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Rochester General Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Unity Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Unity Specialty Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Rochester Psychiatric Center Rochester, NY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo, NY | 66 mi | $26.75/hr | 276,617 |
| Syracuse, NY | 75 mi | $24.33/hr | 146,097 |
| Utica, NY | 121 mi | $23.04/hr | 63,660 |
| Erie, PA | 145 mi | $21.64/hr | 92,940 |
| Scranton, PA | 158 mi | $21.33/hr | 75,905 |
| Schenectady, NY | 188 mi | $25.91/hr | 69,495 |
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 Rochester, NY?
Medical Coders in the Rochester metro area have a median pay of $25.94 per hour, about $53,960 a year. The middle half earn between $22.66 and $32.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rochester a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Rochester ranks 69th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 61st of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Rochester?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Rochester, led by Highland Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Rochester 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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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$30Median$37.48High$50
3 Coder postings with published pay in New York, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Outpatient Coder-REMOTERemote$35.20–$39.75/ hour
- Inpatient Coder IIIPermanent$33.63–$50.45/ hour
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