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Associate Fraud and Abuse Investigator/Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - Remote!
Sentara Healthcare · Remote · VA hiring
$32.03–$45.70/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Medical Coder jobs in Roanoke, VA
Medical Coders in the Roanoke area earn a median of $22.19 per hour, about $46,150 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.22 and $28.76. That ranks 240th of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 203rd of 328 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Roanoke. The free report below lists employers near Roanoke and what they pay.
- $22.19median pay per hour, Roanoke
- $18–$29typical range per hour
- 250medical coders employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Coder pay in Roanoke, VA
The metro median is 11% below the Virginia statewide median of $24.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 250 medical records specialists employed in the Roanoke metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.37).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.05 | $33,380 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.22 | $37,900 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.19 | $46,150 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.76 | $59,820 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $32.19 | $66,960 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Roanoke ranks
- 240th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 203rd of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Virginia 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 Roanoke
- Overall prices in Roanoke run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.19 median hour buys what $23.70 buys at the national price level, 2% 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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Estimated weekly gross$799
- Per year: $39,942
- Per month: $3,328
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Roanoke metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Medical Coder roles in Virginia
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Roanoke as they open.
PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Senior Coding Specialist - Acute Care
Sentara Healthcare · Charlottesville, VA
$34.92–$50.83/ hour
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Medical Records Technician (Coder/Audit/Training)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Portsmouth, VA
$51k–$67k/ year
Hospitals in Roanoke
CMS lists 1 hospital in Roanoke.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carilion Medical Center Roanoke, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynchburg, VA | 43 mi | $19.66/hr | 80,301 |
| Greensboro, NC | 82 mi | $20.61/hr | 307,381 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | 83 mi | $26.20/hr | 255,769 |
| Burlington, NC | 87 mi | $21.69/hr | 61,365 |
| High Point, NC | 89 mi | $20.61/hr | 118,601 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | 100 mi | $21.08/hr | 51,164 |
Medical Coder jobs in Virginia · Medical Coder jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Virginia
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
Virginia 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 Roanoke, VA?
Medical Coders in the Roanoke metro area have a median pay of $22.19 per hour, about $46,150 a year. The middle half earn between $18.22 and $28.76 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Roanoke a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Roanoke ranks 203rd of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 240th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical coders work in Roanoke?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Roanoke, led by Carilion Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Roanoke as a medical coder?
CPC, CCS or equivalent coding credential. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Sentara HealthcareRemote, VA · 2 postings$40.88/ hr$32–$51
- 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
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Low$25Median$38.87High$51
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- Associate Fraud and Abuse Investigator/Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - Remote!Remote$32.03–$45.70/ hour
- Senior Coding Specialist - Acute CarePermanent$34.92–$50.83/ hour
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