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Ascension Health · Tulsa, OK
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Medical Coder jobs in Tulsa, OK
Medical Coders in the Tulsa area earn a median of $23.69 per hour, about $49,270 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.39 and $30.75. That ranks 151st of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 74th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Tulsa.
- $23.69median pay per hour, Tulsa
- $20–$31typical range per hour
- 520medical coders employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Ascension Health · Tulsa, OK
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Medical Coder pay in Tulsa, OK
The metro median is 1% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $23.36 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 520 medical records specialists employed in the Tulsa metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.94).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.29 | $35,960 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.39 | $42,410 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.69 | $49,270 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.75 | $63,960 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $41.15 | $85,590 | 70% above U.S. median |
How Tulsa ranks
- 151st of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 74th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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.
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- Overall prices in Tulsa run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.69 median hour buys what $26.55 buys at the national price level, 10% 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 Tulsa paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$853
- Per year: $42,642
- Per month: $3,554
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tulsa metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Tulsa
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Other | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Hospital South, Llc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Hospital, Inc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St John Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hillcrest Hospital South Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hillcrest Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Oklahoma State University Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Council Oak Comprehensive Healthcare Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Brookhaven Hospital, Llc Tulsa, OK | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broken Arrow, OK | 9 mi | $23.69/hr | 122,756 |
| Edmond, OK | 90 mi | $24.80/hr | 99,040 |
| Bentonville, AR | 94 mi | $19.55/hr | 61,791 |
| Midwest City, OK | 95 mi | $24.80/hr | 58,505 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 97 mi | $19.55/hr | 103,134 |
| Springdale, AR | 98 mi | $19.55/hr | 89,368 |
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
Oklahoma 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 Tulsa, OK?
Medical Coders in the Tulsa metro area have a median pay of $23.69 per hour, about $49,270 a year. The middle half earn between $20.39 and $30.75 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tulsa a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Tulsa ranks 74th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 151st of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Tulsa?
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa, led by Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Tulsa 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 Tulsa?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Tulsa and across Oklahoma. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Tulsa.
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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
53 Coder postings with published pay in the US, 44 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Coder roles
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