Medical Coder jobs in Kingsport, TN
Pay for medical coders in the Kingsport area centers on $18.44 per hour, or about $38,360 a year. The lower quarter earns under $16.75 and the upper quarter over $23.94. That ranks 344th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 291st of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Kingsport. The free report below lists employers near Kingsport and what they pay.
- $18.44median pay per hour, Kingsport
- $17–$24typical range per hour
- 80medical coders employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Kingsport, TN
The metro median is 23% below the Tennessee statewide median of $23.91 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 80 medical records specialists employed in the Kingsport-Bristol metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.56).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.04 | $33,360 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.75 | $34,840 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.44 | $38,360 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.94 | $49,800 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.18 | $62,770 | 25% above U.S. median |
How Kingsport ranks
- 344th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 291st of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 8 Tennessee 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 Kingsport
- Overall prices in Kingsport-Bristol run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 56.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.44 median hour buys what $21.33 buys at the national price level, 12% 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.
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- Per year: $33,192
- Per month: $2,766
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kingsport-Bristol metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Kingsport
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Kingsport.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center Kingsport, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Indian Path Community Hospital Kingsport, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Creekside Behavioral Health Kingsport, TN | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson City, TN | 15 mi | $22.62/hr | 73,635 |
| Asheville, NC | 66 mi | $21.45/hr | 94,992 |
| Knoxville, TN | 87 mi | $22.17/hr | 198,722 |
| Mooresville, NC | 116 mi | $23.27/hr | 52,884 |
| Gastonia, NC | 116 mi | $23.27/hr | 85,535 |
| Greenville, SC | 117 mi | $24.95/hr | 74,371 |
Medical Coder jobs in Tennessee · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Tennessee
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
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Kingsport
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Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Kingsport, TN?
Medical Coders in the Kingsport-Bristol metro area have a median pay of $18.44 per hour, about $38,360 a year. The middle half earn between $16.75 and $23.94 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kingsport a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Kingsport-Bristol ranks 291st of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 344th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Kingsport?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Kingsport, led by Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Kingsport as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Kingsport?
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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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