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Patient Access Representative
Sentara Healthcare · Woodbridge, VA
$20.24–$30.25/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Patient Access Representative jobs in Richmond, VA
Pay for patient access representatives in the Richmond area centers on $17.21 per hour, or about $35,790 a year. The lower quarter earns under $14.86 and the upper quarter over $19.92. That ranks 170th of 386 U.S. metro areas for patient access representative pay, and 225th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Richmond. The free report below lists employers near Richmond and what they pay.
- $17.21median pay per hour, Richmond
- $15–$20typical range per hour
- 4,200employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Patient Access Representative pay in Richmond, VA
The metro median is 1% below the Virginia statewide median of $17.39 per hour. Nationally the median is $17.90 per hour. BLS counts about 4,200 receptionists and information clerks employed in the Richmond metro area, 6.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.39 | $27,850 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $14.86 | $30,910 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.21 | $35,790 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $19.92 | $41,430 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $21.81 | $45,360 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Richmond ranks
- 170th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 225th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 Virginia 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 Richmond
- Overall prices in Richmond run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 1% below the U.S. average (index 99.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.21 median hour buys what $17.59 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$620
- Per year: $30,978
- Per month: $2,582
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Richmond metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Patient Access Representative roles in Virginia
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Richmond as they open.
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Patient Access Representative I
Sentara Healthcare · Norfolk, VA
$20.24–$30.25/ hour
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PATIENT ACCESS REPRESENTATIVE I
Sentara Healthcare · Virginia Beach, VA
$20.24–$30.25/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Registration Specialist, Front Royal Urgent Care
Valley Health · Front Royal, VA
$18.22–$22.78/ hour
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Patient Access Representative I
Sentara Healthcare · Williamsburg, VA
$20.24–$30.25/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Registration Specialist - Internal Medicine Winchester
West Virginia University Health System · Family Medicine Winchester, VA
$18.70–$24.93/ hour
Hospitals in Richmond
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Richmond.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Secours St Marys Hospital Richmond, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Richmond Va Medical Center Richmond, VA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Cjw Medical Center Richmond, VA | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Henrico Doctors' Hospital Richmond, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals Richmond, VA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bon Secours Richmond Community Hospital Richmond, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport News, VA | 61 mi | $16.67/hr | 183,056 |
| Hampton, VA | 73 mi | $16.67/hr | 137,596 |
| Suffolk, VA | 74 mi | $16.67/hr | 103,105 |
| Portsmouth, VA | 77 mi | $16.67/hr | 96,482 |
| Norfolk, VA | 80 mi | $16.67/hr | 231,105 |
| Chesapeake, VA | 87 mi | $16.67/hr | 254,997 |
Patient Access Representative jobs in Virginia · Patient Access Representative jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Virginia
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
Virginia 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 Richmond, VA?
Patient Access Representatives in the Richmond metro area have a median pay of $17.21 per hour, about $35,790 a year. The middle half earn between $14.86 and $19.92 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Richmond a good place for patient access representatives once cost of living is counted?
Richmond ranks 225th of 341 metro areas for patient access representative pay after adjusting for local prices, and 170th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do patient access representatives work in Richmond?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Richmond, led by Bon Secours St Marys Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Richmond as a patient access representative?
High school diploma or equivalent. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Richmond?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 9 postings$25.24/ hr$20–$34
- LifePoint HealthGalax, VA · 2 postings$16.58/ hr$14–$19
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$39.79/ hr$30–$46
- CommonSpirit HealthGRASS VALLEY, CA · 12 postings$29.68/ hr$25–$35
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2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$25.24High$30
13 Patient Access postings with published pay in Virginia, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 13 Patient Access roles
- Patient Access RepresentativePermanent$20.24–$30.25/ hour
- Patient Access Representative IPermanent$20.24–$30.25/ hour
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