Medical billing and coding training in Arkansas
Become a certified medical billing and coding specialist in the Natural State.Arkansas offers a steady job outlook for medical billing and coding professionals, especially as healthcare access expands statewide. Our training programs cater to beginners and experienced students alike — with online flexibility and support for those in Little Rock, Fayetteville, Jonesboro, and beyond.
Local education providers in Arkansas
Our AAPC-licensed education providers offer comprehensive medical billing and coding training in Arkansas, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to pass the CPC and CPB certification exams.
The Coding Coach
Little Rock, AR 72212
501-658-6468
sandycopeland3@gmail.com
https://www.thecodingcoach.net
Arkansas State University Three Rivers
Malvern, AR 72104
501-332-0202
twilliams@asutr.edu
https://asutr.coursestorm.com/category/certificate1
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Salary
Medical billing and coding salary in Arkansas
The median yearly income for Arkansas medical coders, billers, auditors, and other healthcare business professionals is $57,961, compared to the West South Central region’s overall median income of $64,730.
Our 2025 salary survey shows that the highest-paid people in Arkansas working in the business of healthcare make an average $113,750 and hold the CHONC credential, among others.
The top three employers of healthcare business professionals in the state are hospitals (both outpatient and inpatient depts), health systems, and small group practices (2-10 physicians).
Roughly 52.5% of healthcare business professionals in Arkansas work remotely, earning an average $57,365. A reported 33.3% work on site, earning an average $54,521, and 14.2% work partly onsite and partly remote (hybrid), earning an average $68,250.
Arkansas salaries by certification
Certification Type | Average Salary |
|---|---|
CPC | $ 60,550 |
COC | $ 67,500 |
CRC | $ 72,500 |
CPB | $ 62,500 |
CPMA | $ 73,958 |
CDEO | $ 69,375 |
CPPM | $ 63,750 |
CANPC | $ 67,500 |
CEMC | $ 32,500 |
CFPC | $ 85,833 |
CHONC | $ 113,750 |
COSC | $ 77,500 |
CPC-A | $ 43,816 |
CPC-P | $ 32,500 |
CPEDC | $ 32,500 |
Arkansas salaries by education level
Certification + Educational Background | Average Salary |
|---|---|
Some high school | $ 47,500 |
High school graduate | $ 65,694 |
Technical school | $ 52,500 |
Some college | $ 56,250 |
Associate's degree | $ 50,625 |
Bachelor's degree | $ 66,310 |
Master's degree | $ 98,500 |
Arkansas salaries by experience
Certification + Yrs. Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|
0-1 | $ 47,045 |
2.0-4.0 | $ 45,700 |
5.0-9.0 | $ 53,558 |
10.0-15.0 | $ 62,813 |
16.0-20.0 | $ 67,083 |
21.0-25.0 | $ 60,333 |
26.0-30.0 | $ 56,786 |
31+ | $ 77,778 |
About this report
Those considering a medical coding career won’t find a better source of industry information than AAPC, the nation’s largest professional organization for medical coders, billers, and others working in the business of healthcare. AAPC offers certifications, code books, exam study guides and additional preparation materials, local chapters, distance learning classes, and other resources.
AAPC annually surveys healthcare business professionals regarding their income based on location, education, experience, credential(s), and other data points. The figures posted here are based on the most recent survey report, which resulted in about 24,000 responses.
Billing and coding jobs in AR
Build a rewarding medical billing and coding career in Arkansas
Healthcare sector expanding: Arkansas’s healthcare services are growing, especially in Little Rock, fueling demand for skilled medical records specialists and coders.
Career growth: With the continuous growth of healthcare networks, Arkansas provides strong job stability and career opportunities for trained billing and coding professionals.
Remote work on the rise: 55.1% of medical billers and coders in Arkansas work remotely, highlighting the flexibility this profession can offer for those balancing work with other responsibilities.
local chapters
Network with fellow medical coders and billers across Arkansas.
Getting certified is just the beginning — your professional network opens doors to opportunities that may otherwise be missed.
AAPC’s presence in Arkansas includes 6 local chapters where you can start building relationships with industry peers and potential employers.
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