Medical billing and coding schools in North Carolina
Looking for medical billing & coding schools in North Carolina? There are 19, including 13 public colleges and 6 private career schools. Medical coders in North Carolina earn a median $49,620 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 19
- Public colleges
- 13
- Median pay in NC
- $49,620
- Cities with schools
- 8
Medical billing and coding schools by city
- Raleigh (3 within 30 mi)
- Greensboro (3 within 30 mi)
- Durham (3 within 30 mi)
- Winston-Salem (3 within 30 mi)
- Apex (4 within 30 mi)
- Cornelius (3 within 30 mi)
- Thomasville (3 within 30 mi)
- Dallas (3 within 30 mi)
What medical coders earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Medical coder salary in North CarolinaHow to become a medical coder
- Median pay
- $49,620
- $23.86 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,840–$79,670
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 6,760
- 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
How many medical billing & coding schools are in North Carolina?
We list 19 schools in North Carolina with medical billing & coding programs: 13 public colleges and 6 private career schools. Campuses are in Bolivia, Sanford, Sylva, Hickory, and New Bern.
Are there community college medical billing & coding programs in North Carolina?
Yes. 13 public colleges in North Carolina offer medical billing & coding. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does medical billing & coding school cost in North Carolina?
Among the 16 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,664 to $30,611. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do medical coders make in North Carolina?
The median pay for medical coders in North Carolina is $49,620 a year, and most earn between $36,840 and $79,670, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a medical billing & coding school in North Carolina?
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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