Medical billing and coding training in South Carolina

Train to become a certified medical biller and coder in the Palmetto State.

If you're based in South Carolina and ready to pursue a career in healthcare administration, our online medical billing and coding classes are designed to meet you where you are. With training options for every skill level — from Columbia to Charleston to Greenville, you can work toward certification on your schedule, with the option to learn independently or with support from experienced instructors.

Local education providers in South Carolina

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

Medical University of South Carolina

Charleston, SC 29407
214-603-3395
lilienam@musc.edu

Greenville Technical College

Greenville, SC 29606
864-250-8060
Alecia.Kellett@gvltec.edu
http://www.gvltec.edu/ccd

Midlands Technical College

West Columbia, SC 29170
803-732-5335
ccehc@midlandsteck.edu
https://www.midlandstech.edu/programs-and-courses/health-care/medical-billing-and-coding-specialist

Palmetto Medical Coding Academy

Columbia, SC 29204
803-834-2763
info@palmettomedicalcodingacademy.com
https://palmettomedicalcodingacademy.com/

The TK Medical Coding Institute, LLC.

Graniteville, SC 29829
803-270-6440
https://www.thetkmedicalcodinginstitute.com/

Salary

Medical billing and coding salary in South Carolina

The median yearly income for South Carolina medical coders, billers, auditors, and other healthcare business professionals is $60,293, compared to the South Atlantic region’s overall median income of $63,370.

Our 2025 salary survey shows that the highest-paid people in South Carolina working in the business of healthcare make an average $108,750 and hold the CPC-I credential, among others.

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

Roughly 65.9% of healthcare business professionals in South Carolina work remotely, earning an average $59,681. A reported 22.3% work on site, earning an average $57,336, and 11.7% work partly onsite and partly remote (hybrid), earning an average $69,375.


Medical billing and coding salary in South Carolina

South Carolina salary by certification

Certification Type

Average Salary

CPC

$ 63,325

COC

$ 75,000

CIC

$ 80,000

CRC

$ 60,781

CPB

$ 64,405

CPMA

$ 81,548

CDEO

$ 91,667

CPCO

$ 99,167

CPPM

$ 64,375

CPC-I

$ 108,750

CANPC

$ 83,750

CEMC

$ 70,000

CGSC

$ 74,375

COBGC

$ 57,500

COSC

$ 95,000

CPC-A

$ 50,455

CPEDC

$ 48,750

CRHC

$ 42,500

CEDC

$ 52,500

CIRCC

$ 57,500

South Carolina salary by education

Certification + Educational Background

Average Salary

Some high school

$ 47,500

High school graduate

$ 62,931

Technical school

$ 59,348

Some college

$ 61,550

Associate's degree

$ 62,009

Bachelor's degree

$ 64,948

Master's degree

$ 76,750

South Carolina salary by experience

Certification + Years Experience

Average Salary

0-1

$ 45,227

2.0-4.0

$ 47,845

5.0-9.0

$ 56,615

10.0-15.0

$ 61,514

16.0-20.0

$ 64,018

21.0-25.0

$ 67,596

26.0-30.0

$ 57,708

31+

$ 83,542

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.

Jobs in South Carolina

Why pursue medical billing and coding in South Carolina?

  • Healthcare systems are growing: South Carolina’s healthcare industry, especially in Charleston and Columbia, is expanding rapidly, resulting in increased demand for medical billing and coding professionals.

  • Steady job opportunities: As healthcare services continue to grow, certified medical billing and coding specialists are essential in supporting the state’s healthcare networks.

  • Remote-friendly career: 71.5% of medical billers and coders in South Carolina work remotely.

Medical billing and coding jobs in South Carolina

local chapters

Join South Carolina’s thriving medical billing and coding community.

AAPC has local chapters across South Carolina, providing you with many opportunities to connect with medical billing and coding peers and mentors.

Networking with professionals near you can help you succeed in your training and career, whether you're new to the industry or looking for ways to advance in the field.

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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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