Here are a few things you need to be aware of in evaluating this wage information.
1. Certified Medical Coders are commonly paid 17% more than non-certified medical coders, according the AAPC salary survey.
2. There is a incredibly firm career path for medical coding professionals. Income grows with responsibility and advanced certification. A full eight percent of medical coders having a specialty credential earned over $85,000 annually.
3. Longevity and skill in this line of work pays off, according to the 2007 AAPC Medical Coding Salary Survey. People with basic credentials and a year of experience earn an average of $25,000 - $30,000 annually. Medical coders with eighteen or more years of experience earn an average of 70% to 80% more: $45,000 - $50,000 per year.
