Pre Authorization Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does a Pre Authorization Coordinator make in the United States?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pre Authorization Coordinator in the United States is $46,837 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Pre Authorization Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,428
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,241 to $52,381
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,055
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Pre Authorization Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $52,381 $4,365 $1,007 $25
Average $46,837 $3,903 $901 $23
25th Percentile $42,241 $3,520 $812 $20
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Key Factors That Influence Pre Authorization Coordinator Salaries

A Pre Authorization Coordinator'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 Pre Authorization Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pre Authorization Coordinator'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): $44,731
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $45,050
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,787
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $51,840
  • Expert (over 8 years): $52,111
Levels Salary
Entry Level Pre Authorization Coordinator$44,731
Intermediate Level Pre Authorization Coordinator$45,050
Senior Level Pre Authorization Coordinator$47,787
Specialist Level Pre Authorization Coordinator$51,840
Expert Level Pre Authorization Coordinator$52,111
$44,731 0 yr
$45,050 < 2 yrs
$47,787 2-4 yrs
$51,840 5-8 yrs
$52,111 > 8 yrs
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How Do Pre Authorization Coordinator 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 Pre Authorization Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $51,858.
  • California: $51,662.
  • Massachusetts: $50,973.

Top Paying Cities for Pre Authorization Coordinators

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: $59,076
  • San Francisco: $58,495
  • Oakland: $57,198

What Skills Can Increase a Pre Authorization Coordinator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.25% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Lead Generation (Mentioned in 3.86% Job Postings): In marketing, lead generation (/ˈliːd/) is the initiation of consumer interest or enquiry into products or services of a business. Leads can be created for purposes such as list building, e-newsletter list acquisition or for sales leads. The methods for generating leads typically fall under the umbrella of advertising, but may also include non-paid sources such as organic search engine results or referrals from existing customers. Leads may come from various sources or activities, for example, digitally via the Internet, through personal referrals, through telephone calls either by the company or telemarketers, through advertisements, and events. A 2015 study found that 89% of respondents cited email as the most-used channel for generating leads, followed by content marketing, search engine, and finally events. A study from 2014 found that direct traffic, search engines, and web referrals were the three most popular online channels for lead generation, accounting for 93% of leads.
  • Field Marketing (Mentioned in 2.1% Job Postings): Field marketing is a method highly-trained professionals use to build brands, customer relationships, and lead generation for a client or company.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.25%
Lead Generation 3.86%
Field Marketing 2.1%
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 Pre Authorization Coordinator's salary.
  • Networking: Can increase your salary by up to 46%.
  • Lead Generation: Can increase your salary by up to 31%.
  • Insurance Sales: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Networking
$68,383
46%
Lead Generation
$61,357
31%
Insurance Sales
$56,673
21%
Onboarding
$55,737
19%
Presentation
$54,800
17%
HRIS
$54,331
16%
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Pre Authorization Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pre Authorization Coordinator'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.

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Salary Trends for Pre Authorization Coordinator

Salaries for a Pre Authorization Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $49,440 in 2023 to around $47,223 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Pre Authorization Coordinator salary trends, .

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