Medical Coder jobs in Moore, OK
Pay for medical coders in the Moore area centers on $24.80 per hour, or about $51,590 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.10 and the upper quarter over $29.88. That ranks 103rd of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 54th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 26 hospitals in the Moore metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Moore.
- $24.80median pay per hour, Oklahoma City
- $19–$30typical range per hour
- 710medical coders employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Moore, OK
The metro median is 6% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $23.36 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 710 medical records specialists employed in the Oklahoma City 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% | $17.43 | $36,250 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.10 | $39,730 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.80 | $51,590 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.88 | $62,150 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $32.12 | $66,810 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Moore ranks
- 103rd of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 54th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Oklahoma 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 Moore
- Overall prices in Oklahoma City run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.80 median hour buys what $27.43 buys at the national price level, 14% 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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- Per year: $44,640
- Per month: $3,720
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Oklahoma City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in the Oklahoma City area
CMS lists 26 hospitals in the Oklahoma City area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Heart Hospital South, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, Inc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Oklahoma Heart Hospital, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Baptist Medical Center, Inc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Health Edmond Hospital Edmond, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Southwest Medical Center Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Norman Regional Norman, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| O U Medical Center Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norman, OK | 9 mi | $24.80/hr | 131,010 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 10 mi | $24.80/hr | 712,919 |
| Lawton, OK | 73 mi | $24.95/hr | 90,027 |
| Enid, OK | 78 mi | $23.36/hr | 50,519 |
| Tulsa, OK | 104 mi | $23.69/hr | 415,154 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 107 mi | $23.69/hr | 122,756 |
Medical Coder jobs in Oklahoma · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Oklahoma
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 Moore, OK?
Medical Coders in the Oklahoma City metro area have a median pay of $24.80 per hour, about $51,590 a year. The middle half earn between $19.10 and $29.88 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Moore a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Oklahoma City ranks 54th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 103rd of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Moore?
CMS lists 26 hospitals in the Oklahoma City area, led by Oklahoma Heart Hospital South, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Moore as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma 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 Moore?
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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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