Salaries for medical billers and coders in Maryland are higher than the state’s average household median income by as much as 10%, depending on the region. Moreover, according to medicalbillingandcoding.org, an online industry monitor, at just over $51,500 annual income for entry level applicants, Maryland’s prospective medical billers, coders and health care administrators can expect to earn a higher starting salary than most industries, with a higher rate of job security too. Those with certification and experience are most likely to earn even higher salaries.
Take a moment to review the degrees and programs available in your area of Maryland or online, to find one that works best for you. A good degree or certificate program will match your learning style with the type of career you are interested in pursuing.
A chart listing the top cities and their corresponding salaries in the medical billing and coding field for the state of Maryland is below:
Job Growth in 2019
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.bls.gov), job growth in the health care industry in Maryland and its surrounding states is expected to be roughly 10% per year through 2022. Today is better than ever to begin your training.