As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Patient Accounts Representative in the United States is $46,319. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $41,648 to $51,883, with most professionals earning between $37,395 and $56,949.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $51,883 | $4,324 | $998 | $25 |
| Average | $46,319 | $3,860 | $891 | $22 |
| 25th Percentile | $41,648 | $3,471 | $801 | $20 |
An entry-level Patient Accounts Representative with less than 1 year of experience earns about $43,197. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $43,326. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $44,992. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $47,107, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $47,258.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Patient Accounts Representative | $43,197 |
| Intermediate Level Patient Accounts Representative | $43,326 |
| Senior Level Patient Accounts Representative | $44,992 |
| Specialist Level Patient Accounts Representative | $47,107 |
| Expert Level Patient Accounts Representative | $47,258 |
| Entry Level | 7% |
| Mid Level | 6% |
| Senior Level | 3% |
| Top Level | 2% |
| Experienced | 2% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Patient Accounts Representative compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $41,904 in 2023 to approximately $41,097 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Patient Accounts Representative salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $46,319 | 68.9% | ||
| Bonus | $105 | 0.2% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $3,551 | 5.3% | ||
| 401K/403B | $2,275 | 3.4% | ||
| Disability | $743 | 1.1% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,371 | 9.5% | ||
| Pension | $1,950 | 2.9% | ||
| Time Off | $5,892 | 8.8% | ||
| Total Compensation | $67,206 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 1.6% |
| High School | 50.8% |
| Associates | 23.0% |
| Bachelors | 22.3% |
| Masters | 2.3% |
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The average annual salary of Patient Accounts Representative is $46,319. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Patient Accounts Representative is $22; the average weekly pay of Patient Accounts Representative is $891; the average monthly pay of Patient Accounts Representative is $3,860.
A Patient Accounts Representative'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 Patient Accounts Representative earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Patient Accounts Representative is $58,131.
The highest pay for Patient Accounts Representative is $56,949.
The lowest pay for Patient Accounts Representative is $37,395.
Patient Accounts Representative is responsible for the administration of patient accounts and ensures record keeping practices comply with industry regulations and operational standards. Updates accounts to capture patient services, apply appropriate adjustments, and verify proper payment amounts. Being a Patient Accounts Representative identifies payment sources and insurance policies and submits claims and required documentation to the appropriate third-party payers. Researches and resolves patient inquiries involving account charges, insurance payments, and balances. Additionally, Patient Accounts Representative produces account summaries detailing total charges for services, payments received and adjustments made, account balance, and payment due date. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Patient Accounts Representative works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Patient Accounts Representative typically requires 1-3 years of related experience.
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