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How Much Money Can I Make as a Medical Coder and or a Biller?

Pay scales of medical coders and billers  vary by employer, geographic location, and experience, and you can quickly increase your earning potential by earning industry credentials:

Competitive salaries – The U.S. Department of Labor reports that the middle 50% of medical coding and billing professionals earn between $28,250 and $46,640 a year.

The 2010 AAPC Salary Survey indicates that certified coders earn over $7,500 more per year than their non-certified colleagues.

Career Step includes certification prep – Preparation for both the CCA (offered by AHIMA) and the CPC (offered by AAPC) exams is built in to your AHIMA-approved Career Step training so you're prepared to earn industry credentials right after graduation.