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How much does a Certified Professional Coder make in Chicago, IL? The average Certified Professional Coder salary in Chicago, IL is $63,405 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $55,805 and $72,805. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Certified Professional Coder Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Certified Professional Coder Salary $48,886 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Certified Professional Coder Salary $55,805 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Certified Professional Coder Salary $63,405 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Certified Professional Coder Salary $72,805 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Certified Professional Coder Salary $81,363 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25% $55,805 10% $48,886 90% $81,363 75% $72,805 $63,405 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Certified Professional Coder works with coding databases and confirms DRG assignments. Abstracts clinical information from a variety of medical records, charts and documents and assigns appropriate ICD-10 and/or CPT-4 codes to patient records according to established procedures. Being a Certified Professional Coder typically requires an associate's degree or its equivalent. Inputs and maintains data on procedures required for state or other reporting. In addition, Certified Professional Coder typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Typically requires Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from AAPC or AHIMA. Being a Certified Professional Coder gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Working as a Certified Professional Coder typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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