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Claims Quality Auditor III Salary in the United States

How much does a Claims Quality Auditor III make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Claims Quality Auditor III in the United States is $66,109 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Claims Quality Auditor III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,712
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,014 to $71,659
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,286
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View as table View as graph 25% $62,014 10% $58,286 90% $76,712 75% $71,659 $66,109 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Claims Quality Auditor III Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $71,659 $5,972 $1,378 $34
Average $66,109 $5,509 $1,271 $32
25th Percentile $62,014 $5,168 $1,193 $30
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Key Factors That Influence Claims Quality Auditor III Salaries

A Claims Quality Auditor III'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 Claims Quality Auditor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Claims Quality Auditor III'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:

  • Claims Quality Auditor I (0-2 years): $52,392
  • Claims Quality Auditor II (2-4 years): $58,646
  • Claims Quality Auditor III (4-7 years): $66,109
  • Claims Quality Audit Supervisor (7+ years): $79,582
  • Claims Quality Audit Manager (7+ years): $100,731
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Claims Quality Auditor I0-2 years$52,392
Claims Quality Auditor II2-4 years$58,646
Claims Quality Auditor III4-7 years$66,109
Claims Quality Audit Supervisor7+ years$79,582
Claims Quality Audit Manager7+ years$100,731
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Top Paying Cities for Claims Quality Auditor IIIs

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:

  • San Jose: $83,383
  • San Francisco: $82,470
  • Oakland: $80,732

What Skills Can Increase a Claims Quality Auditor III's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Confidentiality (Mentioned in 6.45% Job Postings): The process of and obligation to apply and enforce rules and practices that ensure that specific types of information are accessible only to those authorized to use it.
  • Claim Reviews (Mentioned in 3.23% Job Postings): A claims review is the process in which the underwriter reviews a claim to assure that it meets a set of standards.
  • Internal Audit (Mentioned in 3.23% Job Postings): Internal auditing is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value to and improve an organization's operations. It helps an organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. Internal auditing achieves this by providing insight and recommendations based on analyses and assessments of data and business processes. With commitment to integrity and accountability, internal auditing provides value to governing bodies and senior management as an objective source of independent advice. Professionals called internal auditors are employed by organizations to perform the internal auditing activity. The scope of internal auditing within an organization is broad and may involve topics such as an organization's governance, risk management and management controls over: efficiency/effectiveness of operations (including safeguarding of assets), the reliability of financial and management reporting, and compliance with laws and regulations. Internal auditing may also involve conducting proactive fraud audits to identify potentially fraudulent acts; participating in fraud investigations under the direction of fraud investigation professionals, and conducting post investigation fraud audits to identify control breakdowns and establish financial loss.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Confidentiality 6.45%
Claim Reviews 3.23%
Internal Audit 3.23%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Claims Quality Auditor III's salary.
  • HIPAA Compliance: Can increase your salary by up to 72%.
  • Integrity: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
  • Quality Assurance: Can increase your salary by up to 20%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
HIPAA Compliance
$113,707
72%
Integrity
$80,653
22%
Quality Assurance
$79,331
20%
Internal Audit
$78,670
19%
PowerPoint
$78,009
18%
Coaching
$77,348
17%
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Claims Quality Auditor III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Claims Quality Auditor III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $73,353. While startup companies pay approximate $62,197.

Claims Quality Auditor III Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$62,197
Growth Stage51~500$65,744
Established501~5000$70,874
Enterprise5000+$73,353

Claims Quality Auditor III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Claims Quality Auditor III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Claims Quality Auditor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Claims Quality Auditor III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Claims Quality Auditor III

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$85,942$41.030%
Pharmaceuticals$72,720$35.010%

Claims Quality Auditor III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Claims Quality Auditor III'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 July 01, 2026

Claims Quality Auditor III Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Claims Quality Auditor III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Claims Quality Audit Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $79,582 - a projected growth of 20% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Claims Quality Auditor III

Salaries for a Claims Quality Auditor III can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $94,480 in 2023 to around $92,753 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Claims Quality Auditor III salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Claims Quality Auditor III Over Time

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FAQ about Claims Quality Auditor III

1. Where can a Claims Quality Auditor III earn the most?

A Claims Quality Auditor III's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Claims Quality Auditor III earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Claims Quality Auditor III is $83,383.

2. What is the highest pay for Claims Quality Auditor III?

The highest pay for Claims Quality Auditor III is $76,712.

3. What is the lowest pay for Claims Quality Auditor III?

The lowest pay for Claims Quality Auditor III is $58,286.

4. What are the responsibilities of Claims Quality Auditor III?

Audits processed claims to evaluate accuracy, compliance, and adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Reviews claim decisions, payments, coding, and documentation against established standards and criteria. Identifies errors, discrepancies, and trends and documents findings clearly and objectively. Documents accuracy rates and prepares audit reports summarizing results and recommendations. Ensures compliance with company guidelines, audit standards, and applicable regulations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience.

5. What industry pays the highest salary for Claims Quality Auditor III?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Claims Quality Auditor III roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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