NV · Reno · Updated October 15, 2026

Patient Access Representative jobs in Reno, NV

The median patient access representative pay in the Reno area is $18.09 per hour ($37,630 a year), with the typical range running from $16.86 to $21.70. That ranks 97th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 180th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Reno. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Reno.

Patient Access Representative pay in Reno, NV

The metro median is 5% above the Nevada statewide median of $17.24 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,930 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Reno metro area, 7.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.13).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$14.37$29,89020% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$16.86$35,0706% below U.S. median
Median$18.09$37,6301% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$21.70$45,14021% above U.S. median
Top 10%$26.65$55,43049% above U.S. median

How Reno ranks

  • 97th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 180th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
  • 2nd of 3 Nevada 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 Reno

  • Overall prices in Reno run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.5).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $18.09 median hour buys what $17.91 buys at the national price level, in line with 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.

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Estimated weekly gross$651
  • Per year: $32,562
  • Per month: $2,714
  • Nevada has no state income tax on wages.

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Reno metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

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Hospitals in Reno

CMS lists 5 hospitals in Reno.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Va Sierra Nevada Healthcare System
Reno, NV
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationGovernment and federal5 of 5Yes
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
Reno, NV
Acute careFor-profit4 of 5Yes
Renown Regional Medical Center
Reno, NV
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Renown South Meadows Medical Center
Reno, NV
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, Llc
Reno, NV
PsychiatricFor-profitNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Patient Access Representative pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Sparks, NV7 mi$18.09/hr111,520
Carson City, NV28 mi$18.50/hr58,148
Lincoln, CA90 mi$20.96/hr56,268
Rocklin, CA91 mi$20.96/hr75,129
Folsom, CA92 mi$20.96/hr88,091
Roseville, CA95 mi$20.96/hr163,304

Patient Access Representative jobs in Nevada · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Nevada

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

Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.

Nevada state guide

Other healthcare roles in Reno

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Common questions

How much do patient access representatives make in Reno, NV?

Patient Access Representatives in the Reno metro area have a median pay of $18.09 per hour, about $37,630 a year. The middle half earn between $16.86 and $21.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Reno a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?

Reno ranks 180th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 97th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.

Where do patient access representatives work in Reno?

CMS lists 5 hospitals in Reno, led by Va Sierra Nevada Healthcare System. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Nevada license to work in Reno as a patient access representative?

High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada 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 Reno?

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • University of Southern CaliforniaLas Vegas, NV · 2 postings$22.26/ hr$18–$27
  • 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$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: 2 Patient Access roles

  1. Patient Access Representative (MA) - LV Family Medicine Clinic - Full Time 10 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)Permanent
    $17.50–$27.01/ hour
    University of Southern California · Las Vegas, NV · posted 3 days ago
  2. Representative, Patient Access (MA) - LV Craig Family Med Cl - Full Time 12 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)Permanent
    $17.50–$27.01/ hour
    University of Southern California · Las Vegas, NV · posted 3 days ago

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