How much does a Patient Advocate make in the United States? The average Patient Advocate salary in the United States is $44,978 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $39,322 and $52,891. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Patient Advocate Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Patient Advocate Salary $34,172 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Patient Advocate Salary $39,322 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Patient Advocate Salary $44,978 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Patient Advocate Salary $52,891 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Patient Advocate Salary $60,095 US March 26, 2024
25% $39,322 10% $34,172 90% $60,095 75% $52,891 $44,978 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Patient Advocate ?

Patient advocacy is an area of specialization in health care concerned with advocacy for patients, survivors, and caregivers. The patient advocate may be an individual or an organization, often, though not always, concerned with one specific group of disorders. The terms patient advocate and patient advocacy can refer both to individual advocates providing services that organizations also provide, and to organizations whose functions extend to individual patients. Some patient advocates work for the institutions that are directly responsible for the patient's care. Typical advocacy activities...

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Knipper Health - Louisville , KY
Summary: The Patient Advocate supports the enrollment process and patients in accessing coverage for their prescribed medications through inbound and outbound telephone support, as well as administrative functions. Responsibilities: Review and process patients enrollment forms to the Patient Assistance Program (PAP) Assist patients on the phone with PAP program enrollment by verifying the pre-screening and qualifying tasks. Notify patients and healthcare providers of approvals, denials, and any next steps needed to continue the enrollment process Schedule treatments to be sent to the patient or patients healthcare provider Support inbound and outbound phone lines for the PAP program Communicate daily with patient/authorized representative on eligibility based on PAP criteria and healthcare providers to manage expectations. Contact patient/authorized representative to determine supplementary information needed to enroll into the manufacturers PAP program. Prioritize workload to ensure p
- 1 day ago
Cancer Care Northwest - Spokane Valley , WA
For over four decades Cancer Care Northwest has been the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center, providing an integrated approach to the diagnosis, treatment and healing of cancer and blood-related diseases. Our collective passion to fight against cancer is what motivates and inspires us every day, and is the reason Cancer Care Northwest has become the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center. We provide comprehensive, innovative, compassionate, integrated care throughout each patient's journey. We are searching for dedicated professionals who share our passion in saving lives. Are you looking to work alongside a team of professionals passionate for patient care? Join us in our mission to save lives. Cancer Care Northwest is hiring a full time Patient Advocate who is responsible for pre-authorizing services, insurance verification and eligibility, assessment of patient financial requirements, counseling patients on insurance benefits and co-payments. Performs review of all treatment
- 1 day ago
Serenity Healthcare - Denver , CO
Job Description Job Description Patient Advocate Location: Lakewood, CO Start your career at Serenity Healthcare! Are you passionate about helping customers achieve an exceptional experience? Serenity is seeking an individual that has previous entry-level sales experience and customer service. In this role, you will advocate for our clients and help take back their lives by providing support and compassion. With your sales expertise, you will be educating our clients on the treatments that we offer. Trigger Warning: Working with suicidal patients, listening to trauma from PTSD patients, and having responsibility to support these patients may be triggering for some people. Other Responsibilities Provide the highest level of customer care through compassion and understanding. Gather, review, and verify all pertinent information in relation to the customer and their visit. Communicate directly with participating healthcare providers regarding patient’s care. Educate our customers on the t
- 1 day ago
Lyons HR, LLC - McDonough , GA
Job Description Job Description McDonough, Decatur, Fayetteville, GA Full-time, Part-time, Entry-level Remote: No Elevated Eyecare is a full service eye and vision care provider, accepting both eye emergencies as well as scheduled appointments. Patients throughout the McDonough & Morrow areas come to Elevated Eyecare because they know they will receive the personal attention and professional care that is our foundation. Our team is dedicated to keeping our patients comfortable and well-informed at all times. At Elevated Eyecare, we explain every exam and procedure and answer all of our patients’ questions. For information on Elevated Eyecare including more information on our company culture, visit our website at Elevated Eyecare.com . Experience with eye and vision (as a patient or an employee) is recommended but not required. A proven interest in holistic health care and/or personal well-being will benefit your application. Essential Responsibilities The Patient Advocate Team Member i
- 1 day ago
Knipper Health - Louisville , KY
Summary: The Patient Advocate supports the enrollment process and patients in accessing coverage for their prescribed medications through inbound and outbound telephone support, as well as administrative functions. Responsibilities: • Review and process patients’ enrollment forms to the Patient Assistance Program (PAP) • Assist patients on the phone with PAP program enrollment by verifying the pre-screening and qualifying tasks. • Notify patients and healthcare providers of approvals, denials, and any next steps needed to continue the enrollment process • Schedule treatments to be sent to the patient or patient’s healthcare provider • Support inbound and outbound phone lines for the PAP program • Communicate daily with patient/authorized representative on eligibility based on PAP criteria and healthcare providers to manage expectations. • Contact patient/authorized representative to determine supplementary information needed to enroll into the manufacturer’s PAP program. • Prioritize w
- 2 days ago
St. Catherine of Siena - Roslyn , NY
Overview Must be Fluent In Korean Are you exceedingly driven, dedicated, and passionate about caring for your patients? Do you consistently create and nurture meaningful relationships with your team, your patients, and their loved ones. Can you strike the perfect balance of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence? Then you have what it takes to be a St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center RN. You are at the heart of health. St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center is located in the heart of Roslyn, NY. Our facility is recognized by U.S News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology and Open Heart surgery as well as ranked 6th in New York State.As an advocate for the patient, the Patient Advocate assists patients and their family members with their needs The Patient Advocate must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. This advocate supports and assists the Director of Patient Experience in coordinating empathetic and timely relations between patien
- 3 days ago

Career Path for this job

  1. This Job:

    Patient Advocate

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Patient Relations Supervisor

    2 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Patient Advocate in the United States. The base salary for Patient Advocate ranges from $39,322 to $52,891 with the average base salary of $44,978. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,414 to $53,036 with the average total cash compensation of $45,074.

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