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Covenant Health · Knoxville, TN
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Medical Coders in the Knoxville area earn a median of $22.17 per hour, about $46,120 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.64 and $26.42. That ranks 242nd of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 187th of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Knoxville. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Knoxville.
- $22.17median pay per hour, Knoxville
- $19–$26typical range per hour
- 420medical coders employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Covenant Health · Knoxville, TN
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Medical Coder pay in Knoxville, TN
The metro median is 7% below the Tennessee statewide median of $23.91 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 420 medical records specialists employed in the Knoxville metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.83).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.28 | $35,940 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.64 | $38,770 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.17 | $46,120 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $26.42 | $54,950 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $34.72 | $72,220 | 44% above U.S. median |
How Knoxville ranks
- 242nd of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 187th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th 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.
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- Overall prices in Knoxville run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 17% below the U.S. average (index 82.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.17 median hour buys what $23.95 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Knoxville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$798
- Per year: $39,906
- Per month: $3,326
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Knoxville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Knoxville
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Knoxville.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Health System, Inc Knoxville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center Knoxville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Parkwest Medical Center Knoxville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| East Tennessee Childrens Hospital Knoxville, TN | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| East Tennessee Behavioral Health Knoxville, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Knoxville Center For Behavioral Medicine Knoxville, TN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland, TN | 75 mi | $23.91/hr | 50,232 |
| Asheville, NC | 83 mi | $21.45/hr | 94,992 |
| Kingsport, TN | 87 mi | $18.44/hr | 57,109 |
| Johnson City, TN | 91 mi | $22.62/hr | 73,635 |
| Chattanooga, TN | 96 mi | $24.28/hr | 191,496 |
| Greenville, SC | 119 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 Knoxville
Knoxville city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical coders make in Knoxville, TN?
Medical Coders in the Knoxville metro area have a median pay of $22.17 per hour, about $46,120 a year. The middle half earn between $18.64 and $26.42 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Knoxville a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Knoxville ranks 187th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 242nd of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Knoxville?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Knoxville, led by University Health System, Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Knoxville 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 Knoxville?
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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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