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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Denials Management Specialist in Illinois is $63,038 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.
However, a Denials Management Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Denials Management Specialist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $67,059 | $5,588 | $1,290 | $32 |
| Average | $63,038 | $5,253 | $1,212 | $30 |
| 25th Percentile | $59,033 | $4,919 | $1,135 | $28 |
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A Denials Management Specialist'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Denials Management Specialist'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Denials Management Specialist | $61,405 |
| Intermediate Level Denials Management Specialist | $61,527 |
| Senior Level Denials Management Specialist | $62,013 |
| Specialist Level Denials Management Specialist | $62,743 |
| Expert Level Denials Management Specialist | $64,043 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Denials Management Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Denials Management Specialist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Denials Management Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Denials Management Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $69,342 | $33.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Denials Management Specialist'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $67,059 | $5,588 | $1,290 | $32 |
| Average | $63,038 | $5,253 | $1,212 | $30 |
| 25th Percentile | $59,033 | $4,919 | $1,135 | $28 |
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