Patient Access Representative jobs in Nashville, TN
Pay for patient access representatives in the Nashville area centers on $17.21 per hour, or about $35,800 a year. The lower quarter earns under $14.65 and the upper quarter over $19.66. That ranks 169th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 188th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Nashville. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Nashville.
- $17.21median pay per hour, Nashville
- $15–$20typical range per hour
- 5,490employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Patient Access Representative pay in Nashville, TN
The metro median is 5% above the Tennessee statewide median of $16.33 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 5,490 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 5.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.80).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.32 | $27,710 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $14.65 | $30,470 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.21 | $35,800 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $19.66 | $40,890 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.94 | $47,720 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Nashville ranks
- 169th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 188th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 10 Tennessee 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 Nashville
- Overall prices in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.21 median hour buys what $17.86 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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- Per year: $30,978
- Per month: $2,582
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Nashville
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Metro Nashville General Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Centennial Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Southern Hills Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Middle Tennessee Healthcare System Nashville, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Skyline Medical Center Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Thomas Hospital For Spinal Surgery Nashville, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital Nashville, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Middle Tn Mental Health Institute Nashville, TN | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville, TN | 14 mi | $17.21/hr | 63,947 |
| Franklin, TN | 18 mi | $17.21/hr | 89,142 |
| Clarksville, TN | 41 mi | $14.49/hr | 185,690 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 59 mi | $14.24/hr | 79,076 |
| Madison, AL | 101 mi | $16.22/hr | 64,029 |
| Huntsville, AL | 102 mi | $16.22/hr | 230,402 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Tennessee · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Tennessee
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
Tennessee 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.
Other healthcare roles in Nashville
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Common questions
How much do patient access representatives make in Nashville, TN?
Patient Access Representatives in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $17.21 per hour, about $35,800 a year. The middle half earn between $14.65 and $19.66 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Nashville a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 188th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 169th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Nashville?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Nashville, led by Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Nashville as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Nashville?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Nashville and across Tennessee. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Nashville.
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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
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.
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