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Patient Access Representative
CommonSpirit Health · Lexington, KY
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Patient Access Representative jobs in Lexington, KY
Patient Access Representatives in the Lexington area earn a median of $15.69 per hour, about $32,630 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $13.44 and $18.16. That ranks 304th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 293rd of 341 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Lexington. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lexington.
- $15.69median pay per hour, Lexington
- $13–$18typical range per hour
- 1,740employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Patient Access Coordinator Float
Baptist Healthcare System · Lexington, KY
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Baptist Healthcare System · Lexington, KY
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Baptist Healthcare System · Lexington, KY
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The metro median is 4% above the Kentucky statewide median of $15.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,740 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Lexington-Fayette metro area, 6.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $10.73 | $22,320 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $13.44 | $27,960 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $15.69 | $32,630 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $18.16 | $37,770 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $21.55 | $44,820 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Lexington ranks
- 304th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 293rd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 6 Kentucky 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.
What your pay buys in Lexington
- Overall prices in Lexington-Fayette run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 77.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $15.69 median hour buys what $16.89 buys at the national price level, 6% below 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 Lexington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$565
- Per year: $28,242
- Per month: $2,354
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lexington-Fayette metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Lexington
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Lexington.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Lexington Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Kentucky Hospital Lexington, KY | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lexington Va Medical Center Lexington, KY | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph Hospital Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph East Lexington, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Eastern State Hospital Lexington, KY | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| The Ridge Behavioral Health System Lexington, KY | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville, KY | 65 mi | $16.47/hr | 640,796 |
| Jeffersonville, IN | 70 mi | $16.47/hr | 52,912 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 76 mi | $16.86/hr | 314,915 |
| Hamilton, OH | 94 mi | $16.86/hr | 63,953 |
| Middletown, OH | 101 mi | $16.86/hr | 52,291 |
| Columbus, IN | 113 mi | $17.07/hr | 51,970 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Kentucky · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Kentucky
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
Kentucky 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 Lexington, KY?
Patient Access Representatives in the Lexington-Fayette metro area have a median pay of $15.69 per hour, about $32,630 a year. The middle half earn between $13.44 and $18.16 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lexington a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Lexington-Fayette ranks 293rd of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 304th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring patient access representatives in Lexington?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Lexington. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lexington.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Lexington as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky 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 Lexington?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthLONDON, KY · 6 postings$19.38/ hr$16–$25
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$16Median$19.38High$23
6 Patient Access postings with published pay in Kentucky, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 Patient Access roles
- Patient Access RepresentativePermanent$16.06–$22.69/ hour
- Patient Access RepresentativePermanent$16.06–$22.69/ hour
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