Medical Billing and Coding Programs in Nevada

If you're exploring medical billing and coding programs in Nevada, you're looking at a state with above-average salaries and no income tax on wages. According to AAPC state data, professionals here earn $61,753 per year ($29.69/hour), roughly 23% above the national BLS median of $50,250 for medical records specialists (SOC 29-2072).

Nevada's healthcare sector is concentrated in two metro areas. The Las Vegas Valley, home to roughly 2.3 million residents, is the state's largest healthcare market with employers like Sunrise Health System (HCA), University Medical Center of Southern Nevada, and Valley Health System. Reno-Sparks provides a secondary market with Renown Health as the dominant system.

Nevada has been one of the fastest-growing states in the country by population, expanding healthcare demand across the board. More residents mean more patient encounters, more insurance claims, and more demand for the coders and billers who process them. For broader context, see our national salary guide.

Nevada doesn't currently have dedicated campus-based medical billing and coding programs in IPEDS data. Residents train through accredited online programs.

Penn Foster offers a self-paced certificate starting at $1,049 to $1,869, one of the most affordable paths available. Western Governors University in neighboring Utah provides a competency-based degree at $7,710/yr. Ultimate Medical Academy runs one of the largest MBC programs nationally. Purdue University Global offers an associate degree at about $10,080/yr. Nevada residents may also explore state workforce development programs to help cover training costs. See our cost guide.

Certification is the standard hiring requirement across Nevada's healthcare employers. AAPC's 2025 survey reports certified members average $66,979 nationally, compared to $55,721 for non-certified workers, a gap that grows with each additional credential.

The CPC from AAPC ($425) is the most widely recognized. The CCA from AHIMA ($199/$299) is valued in hospital settings. The CBCS from NHA (~$117) is the most affordable starting point. AAPC has a local chapter in the Las Vegas area. All three exams offer remote proctoring, so you can take them from home. See our certifications comparison.

Nevada's average of $61,753/yr provides a 23% premium over the national median. The Las Vegas metro has moderate living costs compared to California, with lower housing costs than LA or San Francisco. The Reno-Sparks metro has seen cost-of-living increases from tech sector expansion. Nevada's lack of state income tax effectively boosts take-home pay compared to most other states.

Specialty areas like risk adjustment, surgical coding, and compliance auditing command premium pay. AAPC members with 3+ certifications average $81,227 nationally. For full breakdowns, see our salary guide.

Nevada's rapid population growth has expanded the healthcare sector considerably. Major employers include HCA Healthcare (Sunrise Health, MountainView Hospital, Southern Hills Hospital), University Medical Center of Southern Nevada, Valley Health System (Universal Health Services), Dignity Health-St. Rose Dominican Hospitals, and Renown Health in Reno.

The BLS projects 7% growth nationally for medical records specialists from 2024 to 2034. Nevada's above-average population growth suggests the state may exceed this pace. Remote work (64.8% of coders per AAPC) provides additional flexibility. For career paths and advancement, see our step-by-step guide.