Medical billing and coding training in Iowa
Train to become a certified medical biller and coder in the Hawkeye State.Iowa offers a dependable healthcare job market with growing opportunities in billing and coding. Whether you're near Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, or Sioux City, our online programs allow you to train from home, on your schedule — with the option for instructor-led support.
Local education providers in Iowa
Our AAPC-licensed education providers offer comprehensive medical billing and coding training in Iowa, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to pass the CPC and CPB certification exams.
Southeastern Community College
West Burlington, IA 52655
319-208-5203
mmassner@scciowa.edu
https://www.scciowa.edu/programs/pathways/health/medical-coding-billing/cod-diploma.aspx
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA 50701
319-277-2490
health@hawkeyecollege.edu
https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/
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Salary
Medical billing and coding salary in Iowa
The median yearly income for Iowa medical coders, billers, auditors, and other healthcare business professionals is $58,985, compared to the West North Central region’s overall median income of $63,565.
Our 2025 salary survey shows that the highest-paid people in Iowa working in the business of healthcare make an average $98,750 and hold the CPCO credential, among others.
The top three employers of healthcare business professionals in the state are hospitals (both outpatient and inpatient depts), health systems, and large group practices (50+ physicians).
Roughly 61.6% of healthcare business professionals in Iowa work remotely, earning an average $56,492. A reported 18.2% work on site, earning an average $59,865, and 20.2% work partly onsite and partly remote (hybrid), earning an average $65,793.
Salary by certification
Certification Type | Average Salary |
|---|---|
CPC | $ 60,486 |
COC | $ 60,357 |
CIC | $ 68,750 |
CRC | $ 70,000 |
CPB | $ 72,206 |
CPMA | $ 70,500 |
CDEO | $ 52,500 |
CPCO | $ 98,750 |
CPPM | $ 71,667 |
CPC-I | $ 77,500 |
CANPC | $ 72,500 |
CCVTC | $ 62,500 |
CEMC | $ 86,875 |
CGSC | $ 52,500 |
COBGC | $ 76,250 |
COC-A | $ 52,500 |
COSC | $ 66,500 |
CPC-A | $ 49,680 |
CPEDC | $ 62,500 |
CCC | $ 58,500 |
CEDC | $ 60,000 |
CIRCC | $ 87,500 |
Iowa salaries by education level
Certification + Educational Background | Average Salary |
|---|---|
Some high school | $ 65,000 |
High school graduate | $ 60,000 |
Technical school | $ 58,889 |
Some college | $ 59,773 |
Associate's degree | $ 58,227 |
Bachelor's degree | $ 61,988 |
Master's degree | $ 84,688 |
Iowa salaries by experience
Certification + Years Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|
0-1 | $ 44,500 |
2.0-4.0 | $ 49,674 |
5.0-9.0 | $ 56,875 |
10.0-15.0 | $ 58,482 |
16.0-20.0 | $ 68,021 |
21.0-25.0 | $ 77,667 |
26.0-30.0 | $ 61,528 |
31+ | $ 69,444 |
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 IA
Explore where medical billing and coding can take you in Iowa
Healthcare services booming: Iowa’s growing healthcare systems, particularly in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids, are fueling demand for skilled medical records specialists.
Career growth: With continued investment in Iowa’s healthcare sector, certified medical billing and coding professionals have access to clear advancement pathways — whether in specialized coding, compliance, or management roles.
Flexible work options: About 66.6% of medical billers and coders in Iowa work remotely, with others working in hybrid or on-site positions.
local chapters
Join Iowa’s strong network of medical billing and coding specialists.
Whether you're just starting out or advancing your career, surrounding yourself with the right people can make all the difference.
Throughout Iowa, AAPC local chapters offer you a built-in community of medical billing and coding professionals to grow with.
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