Medical billing and coding schools in DeKalb, IL

6 schools within 30 miles of DeKalb, IL offer medical billing & coding programs, and the closest is Kishwaukee College in Malta, 7 miles away. Medical coders in Illinois earn a median $56,440 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
6
Closest
7 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in IL
$56,440

6 medical billing & coding schools within 30 mi of DeKalb, IL

School results

  1. Kishwaukee College

    Malta, IL · 6.9 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +10

  2. Waubonsee Community College

    Sugar Grove, IL · 17 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +13

  3. Rasmussen University-Illinois

    Rockford, IL · 27 mi · Private

    • Medical billing & coding
    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +3

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  5. Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College

    Rockford, IL · 27 mi · Private

    • Medical billing & coding
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +8

  6. Rock Valley College

    Rockford, IL · 29 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +13

  7. McHenry County College

    Crystal Lake, IL · 30 mi · Public

    • Medical billing & coding
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +13

What medical coders earn in Illinois

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Medical coder salary in IllinoisHow to become a medical coder

Median pay
$56,440
$27.14 an hour
Typical range
$38,890–$77,520
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IL
5,740
Job growth, 2025–35
+7.8%
14,000 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest medical billing & coding schools to DeKalb?

The closest are Kishwaukee College (Malta, 7 mi), Waubonsee Community College (Sugar Grove, 17 mi), and Rasmussen University-Illinois (Rockford, 27 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach medical billing & coding.

How much do medical billing & coding programs near DeKalb cost?

For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,574 to $21,601. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do medical coders make near DeKalb?

Across Illinois, the median pay is $56,440 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a medical billing & coding school in DeKalb?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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