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How much does a Medical Underwriter make in the United States? The average Medical Underwriter salary in the United States is $67,050 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $59,790 and $72,380. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Medical Underwriter Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Medical Underwriter Salary $53,180 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Medical Underwriter Salary $59,790 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Medical Underwriter Salary $67,050 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Medical Underwriter Salary $72,380 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Medical Underwriter Salary $77,233 US March 26, 2024
25% $59,790 10% $53,180 90% $77,233 75% $72,380 $67,050 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Medical Underwriter calculates and recommends pricing. Reviews applications for coverage, gathers data, and assesses risk related to qualifying a candidate for health insurance. Being a Medical Underwriter may require a bachelor's degree. Performs group and/or individual underwriting. In addition, Medical Underwriter typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Medical Underwriter gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Working as a Medical Underwriter typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Medical Underwriter

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Health Insurance Senior Underwriter

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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