What I Wish I Knew About Medical Coding Salaries Before I Started

In this video, I break down my real salary journeystarting from $21/hr, the raises I got (and didn’t get), how I handled being underpaid, and the financial lessons I wish I knew when I started. Whether you’re new to the field or just curious what coding actually pays, this video is for you. This is the real talk nobody gives you unfiltered and based on lived experience. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro: Let’s talk salary 01:30 – My first coding job: $21/hr 06:30 – How I got the job (without credentials) 09:00 – The reality of first-year raises & bonuses 13:00 – Why experience is better than pay (sometimes) 17:00 – How I grew my salary over time 20:30 – Realistic first-year take-home pay 24:00 – Side hustles & stacking your income 27:00 – The money mistake I wish I didn’t make 29:30 – Final thoughts + advice CHECK OUT MY PRODUCTS & RESOURCES https://stan.store/levelupmedicalcoding Get started in medical coding the right way: The Complete Guide to Getting Started in Medical Coding Want to master coding faster? Grab my CPC Exam Prep tools: Medical Coding Exam Study Tools & Playbooks Need help understanding guidelines or leveling up your skills? Courses + Live Study Resources FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA TikTok: @themedicalcodinggirl Instagram: @levelupmedicalcoding Facebook Page: LevelUp! Medical Coding Let me know in the comments: Are you just getting started in coding? How much were you offered in your first job? Let’s talk about it!