Coding Specialist II Salary in the United States

How much does a Coding Specialist II make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Coding Specialist II in the United States is $66,250 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Coding Specialist II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,281
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,408 to $73,595
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,269
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Coding Specialist II Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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75th Percentile $73,595 $6,133 $1,415 $35
Average $66,250 $5,521 $1,274 $32
25th Percentile $58,408 $4,867 $1,123 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Coding Specialist II Salaries

A Coding Specialist II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Coding Specialist II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Coding Specialist IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $73,352.
  • California: $73,074.
  • Massachusetts: $72,100.

Top Paying Cities for Coding Specialist IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $83,561
  • San Francisco: $82,740
  • Oakland: $80,905

What Skills Can Increase a Coding Specialist II's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Initiative (Mentioned in 2.39% Job Postings): Taking decisive action and initiating plans independently to address problems, improve professional life, and achieve goals.
  • Physiology (Mentioned in 4.41% Job Postings): It is the branch of biology that aims to understand the mechanisms of living things, from the basis of cell function at the ionic and molecular level to the integrated behaviour of the whole body and the influence of the external environment.
  • Medical Billing (Mentioned in 1.85% Job Postings): Medical billing is a payment practice within the United States health system. The process involves a healthcare provider submitting, following up on, and appealing claims with health insurance companies in order to receive payment for services rendered; such as testing, treatments, and procedures. The same process is used for most insurance companies, whether they are private companies or government sponsored programs: Medical coding reports what the diagnosis and treatment were, and prices are applied accordingly. Medical billers are encouraged, but not required by law, to become certified by taking an exam such as the CMRS Exam, RHIA Exam, CPB Exam and others. Certification schools are intended to provide a theoretical grounding for students entering the medical billing field. Some community colleges in the United States offer certificates, or even associate degrees, in the field. Those seeking advancement may be cross-trained in medical coding or transcription or auditing, and may earn a bachelor's or graduate degree in medical information science and technology.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Initiative 2.39%
Physiology 4.41%
Medical Billing 1.85%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Coding Specialist II's salary.
  • Integrity: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Clinical Documentation: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Critical Thinking: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Integrity
$70,225
6%
Clinical Documentation
$68,900
4%
Critical Thinking
$68,238
3%
Leadership
$68,238
3%
Acute Care
$68,238
3%
Patient Care
$68,238
3%
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How Education impacts a Coding Specialist II's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Coding Specialist IIs enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Coding Specialist II with a Associate's Degree is between $58,012 and $62,271).

Coding Specialist II Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Coding Specialist II
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.5%
High School 54.1%
Associates 33.7%
Bachelors 10.8%
Masters 0.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Coding Specialist II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Coding Specialist II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

Salary Trends for Coding Specialist II

Salaries for a Coding Specialist II can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $53,499 in 2023 to around $53,629 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Coding Specialist II salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Coding Specialist II Over Time

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$53,499
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$53,988
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