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Certified Outpatient Coder – Cardiac Surgery
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Medical Coder jobs in Philadelphia, PA
Pay for medical coders in the Philadelphia area centers on $23.04 per hour, or about $47,930 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.40 and the upper quarter over $30.28. That ranks 192nd of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 257th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 21 hospitals in Philadelphia. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Philadelphia.
- $23.04median pay per hour, Philadelphia
- $19–$30typical range per hour
- 3,170medical coders employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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3 more open roles from employers in Philadelphia. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Coder Certified JUP Sr
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Research Billing Coder
Jefferson Health · Philadelphia, PA
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Medical Coder pay in Philadelphia, PA
The metro median is 3% above the Pennsylvania statewide median of $22.46 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 3,170 medical records specialists employed in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.91).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.92 | $35,190 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.40 | $40,350 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.04 | $47,930 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.28 | $62,980 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.46 | $80,000 | 59% above U.S. median |
How Philadelphia ranks
- 192nd of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 257th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 15 Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.04 median hour buys what $22.47 buys at the national price level, 7% below 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 Philadelphia paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$829
- Per year: $41,472
- Per month: $3,456
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Philadelphia
CMS lists 21 hospitals in Philadelphia.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Philadelphia Va Medical Center Philadelphia, PA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Penn Presbyterian Medical Center Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Pennsylvania Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Temple University Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Jefferson Health- Northeast Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Nazareth Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Roxborough Memorial Hospital Philadelphia, PA | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden, NJ | 5 mi | $23.04/hr | 71,749 |
| Trenton, NJ | 25 mi | $24.32/hr | 91,193 |
| Wilmington, DE | 28 mi | $23.04/hr | 73,176 |
| Vineland, NJ | 38 mi | $27.59/hr | 62,070 |
| Allentown, PA | 44 mi | $22.85/hr | 127,138 |
| Bethlehem, PA | 44 mi | $22.85/hr | 79,453 |
Medical Coder jobs in Pennsylvania · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Pennsylvania
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
Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia, PA?
Medical Coders in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $23.04 per hour, about $47,930 a year. The middle half earn between $19.40 and $30.28 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Philadelphia a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington ranks 257th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 192nd of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Philadelphia?
CMS lists 21 hospitals in Philadelphia, led by Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Philadelphia as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Pennsylvania requires for your role with the Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Philadelphia and across Pennsylvania. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Philadelphia.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
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- 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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