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Utilization Review Specialist, Behavioral Health
LifePoint Health · Fort Worth, TX
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Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Fort Worth, TX
Pay for utilization review nurses in the Fort Worth area centers on $47.47 per hour, or about $98,740 a year. The lower quarter earns under $38.06 and the upper quarter over $51.37. That ranks 74th of 379 U.S. metro areas for utilization review nurse pay, and 79th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in Fort Worth. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Fort Worth.
- $47.47median pay per hour, Dallas
- $38–$51typical range per hour
- 72,640utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Utilization Review Nurse pay in Fort Worth, TX
The metro median is 10% above the Texas statewide median of $43.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 72,640 registered nurses employed in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area, 18.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.85).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.41 | $67,410 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.06 | $79,160 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.47 | $98,740 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $51.37 | $106,850 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.04 | $122,800 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Fort Worth ranks
- 74th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 79th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 24 Texas metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for utilization review nurse. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 117.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.47 median hour buys what $46.05 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 Fort Worth paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,709
- Per year: $85,446
- Per month: $7,120
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Fort Worth
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Fort Worth.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance Fort Worth, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest F Fort Worth, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Baylor Scott And White All Saints Medical Center Fort Worth, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Jps Health Network Fort Worth, TX | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth Fort Worth, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Medical City Alliance Fort Worth, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South Fort Worth, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medical City Fort Worth Fort Worth, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital Fortworth Fort Worth, TX | Acute care | Other | Not rated | Yes |
| Cook Childrens Medical Center Fort Worth, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Utilization Review Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Richland Hills, TX | 9 mi | $47.47/hr | 71,436 |
| Arlington, TX | 14 mi | $47.47/hr | 403,672 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Texas · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Texas
Utilization review nurses assess admissions and services for medical necessity and coordinate with payers.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience in acute care
- InterQual or MCG experience
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 utilization review nurses make in Fort Worth, TX?
Utilization Review Nurses in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area have a median pay of $47.47 per hour, about $98,740 a year. The middle half earn between $38.06 and $51.37 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Fort Worth a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington ranks 79th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 74th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Fort Worth?
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Fort Worth, led by Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Fort Worth as an utilization review nurse?
Texas is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Texas license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place utilization review nurses in Fort Worth?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Fort Worth and across Texas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Fort Worth.
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