Medical billing and coding training in Montana

Become a certified medical billing and coding specialist in the Treasure State.

In Montana, access to trained healthcare support professionals is vital — especially in rural areas. Our online medical billing and coding courses help residents statewide gain the skills needed for certification, with flexible formats suited for both new and experienced learners.

Local education providers in Montana

Our AAPC-licensed education providers offer comprehensive medical billing and coding training in Montana, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to pass the CPC and CPB certification exams.

Native American Health Service

Billings, MT 59105
406-665-5569
dennisconsulting17@gmail.com

Montana State University Billings

Billings, MT 59101
https://www.msubillings.edu/citycollege/programs/ProgMedCoding.htm

Salary

Medical billing and coding salary in Montana

The median yearly income for Montana medical coders, billers, auditors, and other healthcare business professionals is $61,404, compared to the Mountain region’s overall median income of $63,967.

Our 2025 salary survey shows that the highest-paid people in Montana working in the business of healthcare make an average $155,000 and hold the CPC-I credential, among others.

The top three employers of healthcare business professionals in the state are hospitals (both outpatient and inpatient departments), health systems, and small group practices (2-10 physicians).

Roughly 48.3% of healthcare business professionals in Montana work remotely, earning an average $60,988. A reported 33.7% work on site, earning an average $56,000, and 18% work partly onsite and partly remote (hybrid), earning an average $72,656.

Medical billing and coding salary Montana

Montana salary by certification

Certification Type

Average Salary

CPC

$ 61,719

COC

$ 83,750

CIC

$ 110,000

CRC

$ 66,000

CPB

$ 62,344

CPMA

$ 76,875

CDEO

$ 82,500

CPCO

$ 62,500

CPPM

$ 88,750

CPC-I

$ 155,000

CEMC

$ 62,500

CHONC

$ 52,500

COBGC

$ 62,500

CPC-A

$ 58,250

CPC-P

$ 62,500

CCC

$ 91,250

CEDC

$ 47,500

Montana salaries by education

Certification + Educational Background

Average Salary

Some high school

$ 52,500

High school graduate

$ 56,250

Technical school

$ 61,667

Some college

$ 62,500

Associate's degree

$ 59,667

Bachelor's degree

$ 67,917

Master's degree

$ 45,000

Montana salaries by experience

Certification + Years Experience

Average Salary

0-1

$ 55,357

2.0-4.0

$ 50,417

5.0-9.0

$ 57,632

10.0-15.0

$ 66,333

16.0-20.0

$ 70,000

21.0-25.0

$ 79,318

26.0-30.0

$ 65,000

31+

$ 70,714

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 MT

Why start a medical billing and coding career in Montana?

  • Growing healthcare infrastructure: Montana’s healthcare system is expanding, especially in cities like Billings and Missoula, creating demand for medical billing and coding professionals.

  • High job concentration: Montana ranks among the top five states with the highest concentration of medical records specialist roles, offering strong employment potential for certified billing and coding professionals across the state. This high demand increases your chances of finding consistent, rewarding work in the field.

  • Remote opportunities: About 46.7% of medical billers and coders in Montana work remotely, while the remainder work in hybrid or on-site roles.

Remote jobs in Montana

local chapters

Connect with peers in Montana's billing and coding community.

There’s real value in surrounding yourself with professionals who understand your field.

Montana's AAPC local chapters make that possible through events, forums, and networking. It’s one of the easiest ways to become part of the local healthcare community.

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Get hired. Change your life.

  • Beverley Stover
    CPC
  • Matty Oaks-Dougherty
    CPC, CPCO, CPMA, CANPC / Coding Audit Senior Analyst
  • Jaci Kipreos
    CPC, COC, CDEO, CPMA, CRC, CPC-I, CEMC
  • Jessica Halliday
    CPC / Profee Coder
  • Pereza Corp
    CPC, COC / Patient Accounts Manager

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