PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Patient Access Representative
Driscoll Children's Hospital · Corpus Christi, TX
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Patient Access Representative jobs in Corpus Christi, TX
The median patient access representative pay in the Corpus Christi area is $14.91 per hour ($31,000 a year), with the typical range running from $13.32 to $17.28. That ranks 336th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 329th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Corpus Christi. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Corpus Christi.
- $14.91median pay per hour, Corpus Christi
- $13–$17typical range per hour
- 1,220employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Patient Access Representative pay in Corpus Christi, TX
The metro median is 10% below the Texas statewide median of $16.58 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 1,220 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Corpus Christi metro area, 6.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.04).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $10.34 | $21,510 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $13.32 | $27,710 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $14.91 | $31,000 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $17.28 | $35,940 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $20.63 | $42,910 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Corpus Christi ranks
- 336th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 329th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 16th of 24 Texas 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 Corpus Christi run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 15% below the U.S. average (index 84.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $14.91 median hour buys what $16.09 buys at the national price level, 10% 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 Corpus Christi paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$537
- Per year: $26,838
- Per month: $2,236
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Corpus Christi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Patient Access Representative roles in Texas
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PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Patient Access Representative III
CommonSpirit Health · Houston, TX
$22.51–$31.79/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Patient Access Representative
CommonSpirit Health · Spring, TX
$19.01–$26.85/ hour
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PermanentPosted 11 days ago
Patient Access Representative Sr
CommonSpirit Health · The Woodlands, TX
$20.91–$29.54/ hour
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PermanentPosted 11 days ago
Patient Access Representative
CommonSpirit Health · The Woodlands, TX
$19.01–$26.85/ hour
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Patient Access Rep - Clinic
CommonSpirit Health · College Station, TX
$16.06–$22.69/ hour
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Patient Access Representative
CommonSpirit Health · Houston, TX
$19.01–$26.85/ hour
Top 25% pay
Hospitals in Corpus Christi
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Corpus Christi.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi Medical Center,The Corpus Christi, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Driscoll Childrens Hospital Corpus Christi, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria, TX | 75 mi | $15.20/hr | 66,020 |
| Harlingen, TX | 113 mi | $13.68/hr | 72,234 |
| Edinburg, TX | 116 mi | $13.87/hr | 108,733 |
| Brownsville, TX | 123 mi | $13.68/hr | 191,967 |
| McAllen, TX | 125 mi | $13.87/hr | 148,782 |
| Pharr, TX | 127 mi | $13.87/hr | 81,142 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Texas · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Texas
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
Texas 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.
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Common questions
How much do patient access representatives make in Corpus Christi, TX?
Patient Access Representatives in the Corpus Christi metro area have a median pay of $14.91 per hour, about $31,000 a year. The middle half earn between $13.32 and $17.28 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Corpus Christi a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Corpus Christi ranks 329th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 336th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Corpus Christi?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Corpus Christi, led by Corpus Christi Medical Center,The. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Corpus Christi as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 Corpus Christi?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthBryan, TX · 10 postings$22.93/ hr$16–$32
- 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$17Median$22.93High$28
10 Patient Access postings with published pay in Texas, 8 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 Patient Access roles
- Patient Access Representative IIIPermanent$22.51–$31.79/ hour
- Patient Access RepresentativePermanent$19.01–$26.85/ hour
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