Clinical Appeals Reviewer Salary in the United States

How much does a Clinical Appeals Reviewer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Appeals Reviewer in the United States is $51,307 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Clinical Appeals Reviewer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,773
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,448 to $55,739
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,935
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Clinical Appeals Reviewer Salaries by Percentile

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Weekly
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75th Percentile $55,739 $4,645 $1,072 $27
Average $51,307 $4,276 $987 $25
25th Percentile $47,448 $3,954 $912 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Clinical Appeals Reviewer Salaries

A Clinical Appeals Reviewer'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Clinical Appeals Reviewer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Clinical Appeals Reviewer'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): $50,932
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $51,200
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,481
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $53,962
  • Expert (over 8 years): $54,332
Levels Salary
Entry Level Clinical Appeals Reviewer$50,932
Intermediate Level Clinical Appeals Reviewer$51,200
Senior Level Clinical Appeals Reviewer$52,481
Specialist Level Clinical Appeals Reviewer$53,962
Expert Level Clinical Appeals Reviewer$54,332
$50,932 0 yr
$51,200 < 2 yrs
$52,481 2-4 yrs
$53,962 5-8 yrs
$54,332 > 8 yrs
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How Do Clinical Appeals Reviewer 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 Clinical Appeals Reviewers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $56,807.
  • California: $56,592.
  • Massachusetts: $55,838.

Top Paying Cities for Clinical Appeals Reviewers

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: $64,714
  • San Francisco: $64,077
  • Oakland: $62,656

What Skills Can Increase a Clinical Appeals Reviewer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 9.36% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 5.71% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 1.87% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 9.36%
Billing 5.71%
Data Entry 1.87%
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 Clinical Appeals Reviewer's salary.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Utilization Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Presentation
$57,977
13%
Coordination
$57,464
12%
Utilization Management
$57,464
12%
Employee Recognition
$56,438
10%
Medical Management
$55,925
9%
Flexibility
$55,412
8%
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How Education impacts a Clinical Appeals Reviewer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Clinical Appeals Reviewers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Clinical Appeals Reviewer with a Bachelor's Degree is between $50,406 and $53,218).

Clinical Appeals Reviewer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Clinical Appeals Reviewer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 5.3%
High School 21.1%
Associates 26.3%
Bachelors 42.1%
Masters 5.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Clinical Appeals Reviewer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical Appeals Reviewer'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Clinical Appeals Reviewer

Salaries for a Clinical Appeals Reviewer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $46,171 in 2023 to around $46,394 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Clinical Appeals Reviewer salary trends, .

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$46,721
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2024 $46,721
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