Medical billing and coding training in South Dakota

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

South Dakota’s healthcare industry continues to grow, especially in rural and underserved areas. Our online billing and coding courses help students across Sioux Falls, Rapid City, and beyond prepare for certification with flexible, accessible training.

Local education providers in South Dakota

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

Guidehouse Training

Mitchell, SD 57301
312-681-1151
jaimie.larson@guidehouse.com
https://www.guidehouse.com

Salary

Medical billing and coding salary in South Dakota

The median yearly income for South Dakota medical coders, billers, auditors, and other healthcare business professionals is $58,969, 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 South Dakota working in the business of healthcare make an average $110,000 and hold the CCC credential, among others.

The top employers of healthcare business professionals in the state are health systems, hospitals (both outpatient and inpatient departments), and large group practices (50+ physicians).

Roughly 62.9% of healthcare business professionals in South Dakota work remotely, earning an average $59,836. A reported 24.7% work on site, earning an average $56,875, and 12.4% work partly onsite and partly remote (hybrid), earning an average $58,750.

How much do medical billers and coders make in South Dakota?

South Dakota salary by certification

Certification Type

Average Salary

CPC

$ 61,133

COC

$ 62,500

CIC

$ 60,833

CRC

$ 65,500

CPB

$ 60,833

CPMA

$ 79,375

CDEO

$ 72,500

CPCO

$ 72,500

CPC-I

$ 70,000

CANPC

$ 57,500

CCVTC

$ 86,250

CEMC

$ 65,000

CFPC

$ 52,500

CGSC

$ 67,500

CHONC

$ 67,500

COBGC

$ 67,500

COC-A

$ 37,500

COSC

$ 74,167

CPC-A

$ 53,750

CCC

$ 110,000

CEDC

$ 47,500

CIRCC

$ 67,500

South Dakota salary by education

Certification + Educational Background

Average Salary

High school graduate

$ 62,813

Technical school

$ 60,000

Some college

$ 59,559

Associate's degree

$ 63,654

Bachelor's degree

$ 56,563

Master's degree

$ 62,500

South Dakota salary by experience

Certification + Years Experience

Average Salary

0-1

$ 43,500

2.0-4.0

$ 49,286

5.0-9.0

$ 53,833

10.0-15.0

$ 63,571

16.0-20.0

$ 63,167

21.0-25.0

$ 74,583

26.0-30.0

$ 67,500

31+

$ 65,000

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 SD

Find a fulfilling billing and coding career in South Dakota’s healthcare industry.

  • High demand in proportion to population: With one of the highest job concentrations for medical records specialists in the U.S., South Dakota offers excellent opportunities for billers and coders relative to its population size.

  • Abundant growth potential: As the healthcare industry grows across South Dakota, opportunities for trained billers and coders continue to rise. This growing need creates opportunities not just for entry-level roles, but also for advancement into leadership positions in medical auditing, compliance, education, and health information management.

  • Remote career options: Around 66.4% of medical billers and coders in South Dakota work from home, with others in hybrid or on-site positions.

Medical coding jobs South Dakota

local chapters

Network with fellow medical billers and coders in South Dakota.

AAPC Local Chapters make it easy to build a professional support system to walk with you throughout your career.

These groups offer a welcoming space to learn, network, and never stop growing. You’ll quickly find you're not alone in your challenges or goals.

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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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