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Medical Records Specialists

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Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. Classify medical and healthcare concepts, including diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment, into the healthcare industry's numerical coding system. Includes medical coders.

Pay & job outlook

Median pay: $51,140/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)

$37,000$81,150

Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.

Job outlook: +7.1% projected growth, 2024–2034 — faster than average.

About 14,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.

Typical entry-level education: Postsecondary nondegree award.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

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What's the median pay for Medical Records Specialists?

The median pay for Medical Records Specialists is $51,140 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What's the job outlook for Medical Records Specialists?

Employment for Medical Records Specialists is projected to change +7.1% from 2024 to 2034 - faster than average.

What education is typically required for Medical Records Specialists?

Typical entry-level education: Postsecondary nondegree award.

How many job openings are there each year for Medical Records Specialists?

About 14,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.