Medical billing and coding training in Maine
Become a certified medical billing and coding specialist in the Pine Tree State.As Maine’s healthcare system continues to grow, so does the demand for skilled billing and coding professionals. From Portland to Bangor and Augusta, our flexible online training prepares you for certification — with the freedom to learn at your pace or alongside expert instructors.
Job-Ready Program: Medical Billing and Coding Training
Medical coding + Medical billing + Core
3-Day CPC® Exam Prep Bootcamp
Medical coding + Core
Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) Online Training Course
Medical coding + Core + International
Certified Professional Biller (CPB®) Medical Billing Training Course
Medical billing + Core + International
Salary
Medical billing and coding salary in Maine
The median yearly income for Maine medical coders, billers, auditors, and other healthcare business professionals is $68,468, compared to the New England region’s overall median income of $71,935.
Our 2025 salary survey shows that the highest-paid people in Maine working in the business of healthcare make an average $110,000 and hold the CHONC or CEDC credential, among others.
The top three employers of healthcare business professionals in the state are health systems, hospitals (both outpatient and inpatient depts), and medium group practices (11-49 physicians).
Roughly 65.7% of healthcare business professionals in Maine work remotely, earning an average $69,359. A reported 15.7% work on site, earning an average $55,000, and 18.5% work partly onsite and partly remote (hybrid), earning an average $76,750.
Maine salary by certification
Certification Type | Average Salary |
|---|---|
CPC | $ 69,681 |
COC | $ 77,308 |
CRC | $ 78,889 |
CPB | $ 69,375 |
CPMA | $ 75,500 |
CDEO | $ 83,750 |
CPCO | $ 99,000 |
CPPM | $ 77,500 |
CPC-I | $ 98,750 |
CEMC | $ 96,250 |
CGSC | $ 67,500 |
CHONC | $ 110,000 |
COBGC | $ 72,500 |
CPC-A | $ 59,821 |
CPEDC | $ 67,500 |
CCC | $ 62,500 |
CEDC | $ 110,000 |
Maine salary by education
Certification + Educational Background | Average Salary |
|---|---|
Some high school | $ 110,000 |
High school graduate | $ 47,444 |
Technical school | $ 61,607 |
Some college | $ 72,500 |
Associate's degree | $ 62,841 |
Bachelor's degree | $ 73,125 |
Master's degree | $ 112,500 |
Maine salary by experience
Certification + Years Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|
0-1 | $ 50,833 |
2.0-4.0 | $ 58,333 |
5.0-9.0 | $ 57,778 |
10.0-15.0 | $ 65,109 |
16.0-20.0 | $ 86,607 |
21.0-25.0 | $ 68,719 |
26.0-30.0 | $ 86,500 |
31+ | $ 83,333 |
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 ME
Why pursue medical billing and coding in Maine?
Expanding healthcare market: As Maine’s healthcare system grows — especially in Portland and Augusta — the demand for medical billing and coding professionals continues to increase.
Reliable career growth: With the expansion of healthcare services, Maine offers steady advancement opportunities for trained coders and billers.
Work from home opportunities: About 64.5% of medical records specialists in Maine work remotely, with the rest working in hybrid or on-site roles.
local chapters
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Building a strong career in medical billing and coding starts with finding your people.
Across Maine, AAPC Local Chapters offer the support and networking opportunities to help you thrive in the field with a support system by your side.
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