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ED Patient Registration Representative
WakeMed Health and Hospitals · Raleigh, NC
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Patient Access Representative jobs in Raleigh, NC
The median patient access representative pay in the Raleigh area is $17.89 per hour ($37,200 a year), with the typical range running from $14.83 to $20.40. That ranks 110th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 143rd of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Raleigh. The free report below lists employers near Raleigh and what they pay.
- $17.89median pay per hour, Raleigh
- $15–$20typical range per hour
- 4,550employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Patient Access Representative pay in Raleigh, NC
The metro median is 5% above the North Carolina statewide median of $17.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 4,550 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Raleigh-Cary metro area, 6.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.00).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $11.06 | $23,000 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $14.83 | $30,850 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.89 | $37,200 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $20.40 | $42,430 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.48 | $48,840 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Raleigh ranks
- 110th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 143rd of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 13 North Carolina 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 Raleigh-Cary run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.89 median hour buys what $18.23 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Raleigh paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$644
- Per year: $32,202
- Per month: $2,684
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Raleigh-Cary metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Patient Access Representative roles in North Carolina
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Raleigh as they open.
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Patient Service Representative Hospital PRN Patient Access
Advocate Health · North Carolina
$22.00–$22.00/ hour
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Patient Access Representative - Immediate Care Ahoskie
ECU Health · Ahoskie, NC
$17.00–$22.86/ hour
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Patient Access Representative I - BFT Physicial Therapy
ECU Health · Washington, NC
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Patient Access Representative I
Sentara Healthcare · Elizabeth City, NC
$20.24–$30.25/ hour
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Patient Access Representative I - Physical Therapy - PRN
ECU Health · Edenton, NC
$17.00–$22.86/ hour
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Patient Access Representative - OBMG Center for Healthy Living - PRN
ECU Health · Nags Head, NC
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Hospitals in Raleigh
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Raleigh.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rex Hospital Raleigh, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Wakemed, Raleigh Campus Raleigh, NC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holly Hill Mental Health Services Raleigh, NC | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Triangle Springs Raleigh, NC | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cary, NC | 11 mi | $17.89/hr | 182,659 |
| Wake Forest, NC | 12 mi | $17.89/hr | 56,764 |
| Durham, NC | 18 mi | $17.21/hr | 301,870 |
| Chapel Hill, NC | 23 mi | $17.21/hr | 64,028 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | 48 mi | $15.67/hr | 54,541 |
| Burlington, NC | 49 mi | $17.54/hr | 61,365 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in North Carolina · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in North Carolina
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
North Carolina 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 Raleigh, NC?
Patient Access Representatives in the Raleigh-Cary metro area have a median pay of $17.89 per hour, about $37,200 a year. The middle half earn between $14.83 and $20.40 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Raleigh a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Raleigh-Cary ranks 143rd of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 110th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Raleigh?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Raleigh, led by Rex Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Raleigh as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- ECU HealthAhoskie, NC · 4 postings$19.68/ hr$16–$23
- 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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Low$16Median$19.93High$25
6 Patient Access postings with published pay in North Carolina, 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 Service Representative Hospital PRN Patient AccessPer diem$22.00–$22.00/ hour
- Patient Access Representative - Immediate Care AhoskiePermanent$17.00–$22.86/ hour
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