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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Coding Policy Advisor in Iowa is $92,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.
However, a Clinical Coding Policy Advisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Clinical Coding Policy Advisor Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $105,700 | $8,808 | $2,033 | $51 |
| Average | $92,300 | $7,692 | $1,775 | $44 |
| 25th Percentile | $87,900 | $7,325 | $1,690 | $42 |
Corn Refiners Association (CRA) - WASHINGTON, DC
Powers Health - MUNSTER, IN
MEDSTAR HEALTH - MARYLAND, MD
Kaiser Permanente - PORTLAND, OR
A Clinical Coding Policy Advisor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Clinical Coding Policy Advisor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Clinical Coding Policy Advisor | $90,337 |
| Intermediate Level Clinical Coding Policy Advisor | $90,672 |
| Senior Level Clinical Coding Policy Advisor | $91,344 |
| Specialist Level Clinical Coding Policy Advisor | $94,733 |
| Expert Level Clinical Coding Policy Advisor | $99,299 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Clinical Coding Policy Advisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
Clinical Coding Policy Advisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $99,432. While startup companies pay approximate $84,389.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $84,389 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $89,189 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $96,079 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $99,432 |
For Clinical Coding Policy Advisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Clinical Coding Policy Advisor positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Clinical Coding Policy Advisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $119,990 | $58.0 | 30% |
| Business Services | $101,530 | $49.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Clinical Coding Policy Advisor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $105,700 | $8,808 | $2,033 | $51 |
| Average | $92,300 | $7,692 | $1,775 | $44 |
| 25th Percentile | $87,900 | $7,325 | $1,690 | $42 |
For a Clinical Coding Policy Advisor, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Manager of Medical Records Coding role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $77,500 - a projected growth of -16% over your current level.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Clinical Coding Policy Advisor job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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