Medical billing and coding training in New Mexico

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In New Mexico, certified billing and coding professionals play a vital role across hospitals, clinics, and remote care systems. Our flexible online training helps students in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, and beyond prepare for certification — no experience required.

Salary

Medical billing and coding salary in New Mexico

The median yearly income for New Mexico medical coders, billers, auditors, and other healthcare business professionals is $62,372, compared to the Mountain region’s overall median income of $63,967.

Our 2025 salary survey shows that the highest-paid people in New Mexico working in the business of healthcare make an average $88,750 and hold the CEMC credential, among others.

The top three employers of healthcare business professionals in the state are hospitals (both outpatient and inpatient departments), small group practices (2-10 physicians), and medium group practices (11-49 physicians).

Roughly 42.7% of healthcare business professionals in New Mexico work remotely, earning an average $61,486. A reported 42.7% work on site, earning an average $60,571, and 14.6% work partly onsite and partly remote (hybrid), earning an average $70,208.

Medical billing and coding salary New Mexico

New Mexico salary by certification

Certification Type

Average Salary

CPC

$ 65,850

COC

$ 67,500

CIC

$ 67,500

CRC

$ 78,125

CPB

$ 46,950

CPMA

$ 85,000

CPCO

$ 52,500

CPPM

$ 60,000

CEMC

$ 88,750

COBGC

$ 67,500

COSC

$ 72,500

CPC-A

$ 47,633

New Mexico salary by education

Certification + Educational Background

Average Salary

Some high school

$ 37,500

High school graduate

$ 53,900

Technical school

$ 55,500

Some college

$ 69,167

Associate's degree

$ 59,342

Bachelor's degree

$ 76,042

Master's degree

$ 67,500

New Mexico salary by experience

Certification + Years Experience

Average Salary

0-1

$ 53,500

2.0-4.0

$ 49,559

5.0-9.0

$ 53,125

10.0-15.0

$ 62,727

16.0-20.0

$ 65,182

21.0-25.0

$ 66,875

26.0-30.0

$ 79,643

31+

$ 97,500

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 NM

Why pursue medical billing and coding in New Mexico?

  • Healthcare expansion underway: New Mexico’s healthcare system is growing to meet the needs of its diverse and rural populations, especially in cities like Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Santa Fe — fueling demand for certified medical billing and coding professionals.

  • Strong career advancement: With continued investment in healthcare infrastructure and services, New Mexico offers long-term growth opportunities for medical records specialists, from entry-level roles to advanced positions in compliance and health data management.

  • Flexible work arrangements: Many healthcare employers offer remote or hybrid roles, giving professionals greater flexibility in where and how they work. Currently, about 53.9% of medical billers and coders work remotely in New Mexico.

Medical billing and coding jobs in New Mexico

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In New Mexico, AAPC Local Chapters offer connection, mentorship, and continued learning. It’s one of the best ways to feel supported as you enter and advance in the field.

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  • 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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