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Medical Records Technician (Coder/Audit/Training)
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Medical Coder jobs in Suffolk, VA
Medical Coders in the Suffolk area earn a median of $23.80 per hour, about $49,500 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.37 and $31.40. That ranks 143rd of 369 U.S. metro areas for medical coder pay, and 164th of 328 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Suffolk and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Suffolk and what they pay.
- $23.80median pay per hour, Virginia Beach
- $19–$31typical range per hour
- 1,050medical coders employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 4% below the Virginia statewide median of $24.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $24.16 per hour. BLS counts about 1,050 medical records specialists employed in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.14).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.47 | $34,260 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.37 | $40,290 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.80 | $49,500 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.40 | $65,310 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.03 | $72,860 | 45% above U.S. median |
How Suffolk ranks
- 143rd of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 164th of 328 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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 Suffolk
- Overall prices in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: in line with the U.S. average (index 99.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.80 median hour buys what $24.30 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Suffolk paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$857
- Per year: $42,840
- Per month: $3,570
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Suffolk
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Suffolk.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentara Obici Hospital Suffolk, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center Suffolk, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake, VA | 18 mi | $23.80/hr | 254,997 |
| Portsmouth, VA | 19 mi | $23.80/hr | 96,482 |
| Richmond, VA | 74 mi | $25.55/hr | 233,655 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | 82 mi | $22.89/hr | 54,541 |
| Greenville, NC | 87 mi | $23.73/hr | 95,138 |
| Wake Forest, NC | 116 mi | $24.88/hr | 56,764 |
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 Suffolk, VA?
Medical Coders in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area have a median pay of $23.80 per hour, about $49,500 a year. The middle half earn between $19.37 and $31.40 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Suffolk a good place for medical coders once cost of living is counted?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk ranks 164th of 328 metro areas for medical coder pay after adjusting for local prices, and 143rd of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical coders in Suffolk?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Suffolk.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Suffolk 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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2What they are offering now
Low$25Median$38.87High$51
3 Coder postings with published pay in Virginia, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Coder roles
- 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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