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Maria Gonzales, CPC, CCA, CPC, CCA
Program Director
Data Expertise
Maria brings 12 years of experience in coding and billing. She manages coding programs at a regional hospital system. Maria has expertise in medical billing regulations.
Maria Gonzales's expertise helps bridge the gap between raw BLS data and the practical realities of medical coding careers, ensuring content on Medical Coder Pay serves practicing professionals and career-changers alike.
Review Responsibilities
- Cross-referencing all salary data against original BLS OEWS datasets (SOC 29-2072)
- Validating percentile calculations (P10, P25, P50, P75, P90) for 2025 data
- Auditing cost-of-living adjustments against BEA Regional Price Parities
- Flagging statistical anomalies and suppressed data for disclosure
- Reviewing estimated salary models for cities outside direct BLS survey coverage