How much does a Medical Records Coding Technician II make in Asheville, NC? The average Medical Records Coding Technician II salary in Asheville, NC is $48,491 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $43,092 and $54,780. 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. 

Medical Records Coding Technician II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Medical Records Coding Technician II Salary $38,177 Asheville,NC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Medical Records Coding Technician II Salary $43,092 Asheville,NC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Medical Records Coding Technician II Salary $48,491 Asheville,NC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Medical Records Coding Technician II Salary $54,780 Asheville,NC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Medical Records Coding Technician II Salary $60,506 Asheville,NC March 26, 2024
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Job Description for Medical Records Coding Technician II

Medical Records Coding Technician II abstracts clinical information from medical records and assigns the appropriate ICD or CPT codes using industry-standard coding guidelines. Assigns required DRG (diagnosis-related grouping) codes. Being a Medical Records Coding Technician II works with coding databases and software to input and maintain data according to standard procedures. Performs quality audits of work. Additionally, Medical Records Coding Technician II maintains and up-to-date knowledge of coding and documentation requirements. Requires a medical coding certification. The exact type of coding certification may vary based on the clinical setting or a medical specialty focus. Requires a high school diploma. The AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification is typically required. The Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification is also a typical requirement. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Medical Records Coding Technician II works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Medical Records Coding Technician II typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Medical Records Coding Technician II

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For Medical Records Coding Technician II, the first career path typically progresses to Tumor Registrar.

Additionally, the second career path typically starts with a Medical Records Coding Technician III position, and then progresses to Medical Records Coding Manager.

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Medical Records Coding Technician II salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Medical Records Coding Technician II, the highest Medical Records Coding Technician II salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Medical Records Coding Technician II salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Medical Records Coding Technician II salary is in Miami, FL, where the Medical Records Coding Technician II salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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