Hourly Wage for entry level medical billing and coding Salary in the United States

entry level medical billing and coding Salary in the United States

What is the hourly salary range of entry level medical billing and coding?

As of April 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of entry level medical billing and coding in the United States is $23. While Salary.com is seeing that entry level medical billing and coding salary in the US can go up to $26 or down to $20, but most earn between $22 and $25. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of entry level medical billing and coding in the United States.

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entry level medical billing and coding Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile entry level medical billing and coding Salary $20 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile entry level medical billing and coding Salary $22 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile entry level medical billing and coding Salary $23 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile entry level medical billing and coding Salary $25 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile entry level medical billing and coding Salary $26 US April 01, 2026
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Entry-level medical billing and coding professionals typically earn a salary that ranges from $35,000 to $50,000 annually, depending on factors such as location, employer, and level of education. These roles involve accurately translating healthcare services into standardized codes for billing purposes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining patient records. Responsibilities may include reviewing patient information, assigning appropriate codes for diagnoses and procedures, and collaborating with healthcare providers to resolve billing discrepancies. Entry-level positions often ...

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    entry level medical billing and coding

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of entry level medical billing and coding in the United States. The average hourly rate for entry level medical billing and coding ranges from $22 to $25 with the average hourly pay of $23. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $21 to $26 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $23.

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