Medical billing and coding training in Tennessee
Become a certified medical billing and coding specialist in the Volunteer State.From Nashville to Memphis to Knoxville, healthcare jobs are rising across Tennessee — and billing and coding is no exception. Our online training programs provide the skills and certification you need to succeed, whether you're just starting out or building on past experience.
Local education providers in Tennessee
Our AAPC-licensed education providers offer comprehensive medical billing and coding training in Tennessee, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to pass the CPC and CPB certification exams.
Academy of Allied Health Careers
Chattanooga, TN 37411
423-499-4999
jason@aahctn.edu
https://www.aahctn.com/professional-coder
Codes Unlimited Healthcare Academy
Memphis, TN 38175
901-336-3677
cuhacademy@gmail.com
https://codesunlimitedhome.com/
The Coding Corner MCE LLC
Bristol, TN 37620
423-383-5180
thecodingcornerMCE@gmail.com
https://thecodingcornerMCE.com
Jackson State Community College
Jackson, TN 38301
731-424-3520
ctaylor21@jscc.edu
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN 37209
615-636-8867
Rhonda.Watson@nscc.edu
https://nscc.edu
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Salary
Medical billing and coding salary in Tennessee
The median yearly income for Tennessee medical coders, billers, auditors, and other healthcare business professionals is $60,751, compared to the East South Central region’s overall median income of $59,046.
Our 2025 salary survey shows that the highest-paid people in Tennessee working in the business of healthcare make an average $104,375 and hold the CPCO credential, among others.
The top three employers of healthcare business professionals in the state are health systems, large group practices (50+ physicians), and hospitals (both outpatient and inpatient departments).
Roughly 74.4% of healthcare business professionals in Tennessee work remotely, earning an average $61,944. A reported 13.2% work on site, earning an average $55,421, and 12.4% work partly onsite and partly remote (hybrid), earning an average $59,270.
Tennessee salary by certification
Certification Type | Average Salary |
|---|---|
CPC | $ 62,532 |
COC | $ 71,731 |
CIC | $ 70,417 |
CRC | $ 75,000 |
CPB | $ 61,299 |
CPMA | $ 80,675 |
CDEO | $ 89,286 |
CPCO | $ 104,375 |
CPPM | $ 79,583 |
CPC-I | $ 76,500 |
CANPC | $ 80,625 |
CASCC | $ 50,000 |
CCVTC | $ 70,833 |
CEMC | $ 71,875 |
CFPC | $ 66,500 |
CGSC | $ 66,786 |
CHONC | $ 80,000 |
COBGC | $ 82,143 |
COC-A | $ 52,500 |
COSC | $ 88,500 |
CPC-A | $ 48,764 |
CPC-P | $ 78,125 |
CCC | $ 65,227 |
CEDC | $ 88,500 |
CIRCC | $ 81,786 |
Tennessee salary by education
Certification + Educational Background | Average Salary |
|---|---|
Some high school | $ 50,000 |
High school graduate | $ 58,967 |
Technical school | $ 57,083 |
Some college | $ 63,025 |
Associate's degree | $ 59,172 |
Bachelor's degree | $ 70,310 |
Master's degree | $ 72,065 |
Tennessee salary by experience
Certification + Years Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|
0-1 | $ 43,782 |
2.0-4.0 | $ 49,744 |
5.0-9.0 | $ 55,397 |
10.0-15.0 | $ 59,763 |
16.0-20.0 | $ 69,475 |
21.0-25.0 | $ 73,681 |
26.0-30.0 | $ 73,795 |
31+ | $ 70,052 |
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 TN
Find open roads and opportunities in Tennessee’s billing and coding field.
Expanding healthcare market: Tennessee’s healthcare industry, particularly in cities like Nashville and Knoxville, continues to grow — driving the need for medical records specialists.
Career growth potential: With the state’s increasing healthcare infrastructure, certified billers and coders have abundant opportunities for career progression.
Workplace flexibility: Approximately 68.7% of healthcare business professionals in Tennessee work from home, while others balance on-site and hybrid roles.
local chapters
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Tennessee’s local chapters offer guidance, resources, and peer support. These communities are built to lift each other up and push you toward success.
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