In 2021, certified medical coding and billing professionals earned an average annual salary of $58,055 and $56,652, respectively. While CPCs earned slightly more than CPBs, it's worth noting that billing specialists entering the field can expect to move into senior positions within 10 years. The median salary for dual certification of CPB and CPC increases to $64,712 per year. With AAPC’s best-in-class CPC & CPB course, you can begin a new career and — at the same time — set an upward trajectory for professional satisfaction throughout your career.