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Patient Access Representative
Ascension Health · Wichita, KS
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Patient Access Representative jobs in Wichita, KS
Patient Access Representatives in the Wichita area earn a median of $16.66 per hour, about $34,640 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $14.73 and $18.02. That ranks 245th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 80th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Wichita. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Wichita.
- $16.66median pay per hour, Wichita
- $15–$18typical range per hour
- 1,970employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Patient Access Representative pay in Wichita, KS
The metro median is 2% below the Kansas statewide median of $16.98 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,970 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Wichita metro area, 6.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.02).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $12.84 | $26,710 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $14.73 | $30,640 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $16.66 | $34,640 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $18.02 | $37,480 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $21.01 | $43,700 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Wichita ranks
- 245th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 80th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Kansas metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for patient access representative. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Receptionists and Information Clerks.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Receptionists and Information Clerks (SOC 43-4171), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Wichita run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 66.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $16.66 median hour buys what $18.73 buys at the national price level, 5% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Wichita paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$600
- Per year: $29,988
- Per month: $2,499
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Wichita metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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CommonSpirit Health · Dodge City, KS
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Hospitals in Wichita
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Wichita.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Va Medical Center Wichita, KS | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas Heart Hospital Wichita, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Via Christi Hospital Wichita St Teresa, Inc Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wesley Medical Center Wichita, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc. Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital, Llc Wichita, KS | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Corterra Of Wichita Llc Wichita, KS | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Patient Access Representative pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enid, OK | 93 mi | $15.07/hr | 50,519 |
| Manhattan, KS | 111 mi | $15.12/hr | 54,700 |
| Topeka, KS | 129 mi | $16.58/hr | 125,467 |
| Tulsa, OK | 134 mi | $16.73/hr | 415,154 |
| Edmond, OK | 139 mi | $16.96/hr | 99,040 |
| Lawrence, KS | 143 mi | $16.23/hr | 97,271 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Kansas · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Kansas
Patient access representatives register patients, verify insurance and collect information at the front door of care.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Customer service experience; healthcare registration experience is a plus
- Familiarity with EHR systems such as Epic
Kansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do patient access representatives make in Wichita, KS?
Patient Access Representatives in the Wichita metro area have a median pay of $16.66 per hour, about $34,640 a year. The middle half earn between $14.73 and $18.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wichita a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Wichita ranks 80th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 245th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Wichita?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Wichita, led by Wichita Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Wichita as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place patient access representatives in Wichita?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$39.79/ hr$30–$46
- CommonSpirit HealthGRASS VALLEY, CA · 12 postings$29.68/ hr$25–$35
- CommonSpirit HealthPORT ORCHARD, WA · 17 postings$28.00/ hr$22–$39
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 3 postings$27.82/ hr$22–$33
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2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$24.50High$33
257 Patient Access postings with published pay in the US, 214 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Patient Access roles
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