What are the main factors that influence a Patient Access Representative's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Patient Access Representative's salary?

A Patient Access Representative's salary grows with experience: an Patient Access Representative (0-1 years)earns $44,719, a Patient Referral Specialist (1-3 years)earns $49,867, a Senior Patient Referral Specialist (3-5 years)earns $55,714, an Admitting Supervisor (5+ years)earns $64,067, an Admitting Manager (5+ years)earns $97,937,

What are the highest paying states for a Patient Access Representative?

Patient Access Representative salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Patient Access Representative roles are District of Columbia $43,908, California $43,741, Massachusetts $43,159. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Patient Access Representative roles make?

Salaries for Patient Access Representative level roles vary by specialization: Patient Access Director: $131,790; Senior Patient Access Representative: $112,580; Patient Access Manager: $86,990; Patient Access Supervisor: $56,890; Patient Access Representative III: $55,932.

Patient Access Representative Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Patient Access Representative make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Patient Access Representative in District of Columbia is $44,138 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Patient Access Representative's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,257
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,098 to $47,341
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,419

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Patient Access Representative Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,341	$3,945	$910	$23
Average	$44,138	$3,678	$849	$21
25th Percentile	$40,098	$3,341	$771	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Patient Access Representative Salaries

A Patient Access Representative's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Patient Access Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Patient Access Representative's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $44,719
Early Career (1-2 years): $49,867
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,714
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $64,067
Expert (over 8 years): $97,937

Levels	Salary
Patient A... Level Patient Access Representative	$44,719
Patient R... Level Patient Access Representative	$49,867
Senior Pa... Level Patient Access Representative	$55,714
Admitting... Level Patient Access Representative	$64,067
Admitting... Level Patient Access Representative	$97,937

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How Do Patient Access Representative Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Patient Access Representatives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,908.
California: $43,741.
Massachusetts: $43,159.

District of Columbia $43,908 California $43,741 Massachusetts $43,159 Washington $43,000 New Jersey $42,984 Alaska $42,929 Connecticut $42,381 New York $42,159

Hawaii $41,449 Rhode Island $41,116 Maryland $40,890 Minnesota $40,581 Colorado $40,462 Illinois $40,422 Oregon $40,272 Delaware $40,160

New Hampshire $40,091 Virginia $39,934 Pennsylvania $39,478 Nevada $39,248 North Dakota $39,173 Michigan $39,054 Wisconsin $39,010 Vermont $38,923

Texas $38,681 Maine $38,665 Arizona $38,642 Ohio $38,614 Georgia $38,249 Indiana $38,067 Wyoming $38,031 Utah $37,975

Iowa $37,952 Kansas $37,761 Louisiana $37,706 North Carolina $37,686 Missouri $37,678 Florida $37,523 Montana $37,440 Nebraska $37,361

Kentucky $37,317 South Carolina $37,158 Tennessee $37,059 Idaho $37,020 New Mexico $36,730 Oklahoma $36,667 Alabama $36,433 South Dakota $36,040

Arkansas $35,826 West Virginia $35,711 Mississippi $35,366

Top Paying Cities for Patient Access Representatives

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $43,908
Washington: $43,908
Naval Anacost Annex: $43,908

Parcel Return Service, DC $43,908 Washington, DC $43,908 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $43,908 Washington Navy Yard, DC $43,908

Patient Access Representative Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Patient Access Representative's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$40,098

Average $44,138/year

$47,341

$3,341

Average $3,678/month

$3,945

$771

Average $849/week

$910

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,341	$3,945	$910	$23
Average	$44,138	$3,678	$849	$21
25th Percentile	$40,098	$3,341	$771	$19

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