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Patient Access Rep - North Louisiana Region
Ochsner · Shreveport, LA
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Patient Access Representative jobs in Shreveport, LA
Patient Access Representatives in the Shreveport area earn a median of $14.57 per hour, about $30,300 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $12.77 and $17.00. That ranks 354th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 264th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Shreveport. The free report below lists employers near Shreveport and what they pay.
- $14.57median pay per hour, Shreveport
- $13–$17typical range per hour
- 1,100employed in the metro area
- 85cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Shreveport. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Patient Access Representative pay in Shreveport, LA
The metro median is 1% below the Louisiana statewide median of $14.70 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,100 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Shreveport-Bossier City metro area, 6.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.10).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $9.16 | $19,050 | 49% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $12.77 | $26,560 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Median | $14.57 | $30,300 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $17.00 | $35,360 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $19.50 | $40,560 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Shreveport ranks
- 354th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 264th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 8 Louisiana 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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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Shreveport
- Overall prices in Shreveport-Bossier City run 15% below the U.S. average (index 84.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% below the U.S. average (index 52.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $14.57 median hour buys what $17.19 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Shreveport paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$525
- Per year: $26,226
- Per month: $2,186
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Shreveport-Bossier City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Shreveport
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Shreveport.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System Shreveport, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Willis Knighton Medical Center Shreveport, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport Shreveport, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport-St Mary Medical Cent Shreveport, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | No |
| Overton Brooks Va Medical Center (Shreveport) Shreveport, LA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Specialists Hospital Shreveport Shreveport, LA | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Brentwood Hospital Shreveport, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Intensive Specialty Hospital Shreveport, LA | Long-term | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Louisiana Behavioral Health Shreveport, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Physicians Behavioral Hospital Shreveport, LA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bossier City, LA | 9 mi | $14.57/hr | 63,218 |
| Longview, TX | 57 mi | $14.95/hr | 83,668 |
| Tyler, TX | 89 mi | $15.18/hr | 112,219 |
| Rockwall, TX | 157 mi | $17.54/hr | 53,547 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 160 mi | $14.40/hr | 81,157 |
| Rowlett, TX | 163 mi | $17.54/hr | 68,123 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Louisiana · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Louisiana
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
Louisiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Shreveport
Shreveport city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do patient access representatives make in Shreveport, LA?
Patient Access Representatives in the Shreveport-Bossier City metro area have a median pay of $14.57 per hour, about $30,300 a year. The middle half earn between $12.77 and $17.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Shreveport a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Shreveport-Bossier City ranks 264th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 354th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 15% below the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Shreveport?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Shreveport, led by Christus Shreveport-Bossier Health System. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in Shreveport as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana 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 Shreveport?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Shreveport and across Louisiana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Shreveport.
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- 1Pay for your role at other hospitals
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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
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Louisiana list
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 Patient Access roles
Open Patient Access roles near Shreveport, LA, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.
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