AL · Mobile · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Mobile, AL

CDI Specialists in Alabama earn a median of $25.53 per hour, about $53,110 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.21 and $31.62. That is 21% below the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Mobile. The free report below lists employers near Mobile and what they pay.

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CDI Specialist pay in Mobile, AL

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 30 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in Alabama.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$15.12$31,45053% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$18.21$37,88044% below U.S. median
Median$25.53$53,11021% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$31.62$65,7702% below U.S. median
Top 10%$39.81$82,80023% above U.S. median

BLS does not publish a separate figure for CDI Specialist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars (SOC 29-9021), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

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What your pay buys in Mobile

  • Overall prices in Mobile run 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.1, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 40% below the U.S. average (index 60.1).

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$919
  • Per year: $45,954
  • Per month: $3,830

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Alabama. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Hospitals in Mobile

CMS lists 6 hospitals in Mobile.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Springhill Medical Center
Mobile, AL
Acute careFor-profit3 of 5Yes
Usa Health Hca Providence Hospital, Llc
Mobile, AL
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
Mobile, AL
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes
Usa Health University Hospital
Mobile, AL
Acute careGovernment and federal2 of 5Yes
Usa Health Children's & Women's Hospital
Mobile, AL
Children'sGovernment and federalNot ratedYes
Baypointe Behavioral Health
Mobile, AL
PsychiatricNonprofitNot ratedYes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

CDI Specialist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Pensacola, FL57 mi$34.73/hr53,898
Gulfport, MS60 mi$20.91/hr74,621
New Orleans, LA117 mi$27.61/hr362,701
Kenner, LA136 mi$27.61/hr64,650
Montgomery, AL159 mi$25.53/hr195,818
Dothan, AL165 mi$25.53/hr71,650

CDI Specialist jobs in Alabama · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide

CDI Specialist salary in Alabama

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Alabama

Clinical documentation integrity specialists review charts and query clinicians so records reflect patient severity accurately.

  • CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one
  • Clinical background such as RN, or coding experience
  • Knowledge of DRGs and quality reporting

Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Alabama state guide

Other healthcare roles in Mobile

Mobile city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do CDI Specialists make in Mobile, AL?

CDI Specialists in Alabama have a median pay of $25.53 per hour, about $53,110 a year. The middle half earn between $18.21 and $31.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Mobile?

CMS lists 6 hospitals in Mobile, led by Springhill Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Alabama license to work in Mobile as a CDI Specialist?

CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

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1Pay for your role at other hospitals

  • Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 1 posting$84.65/ hr$72–$97
  • Emanate HealthWest Covina, CA · 1 posting$63.17/ hr$50–$77
  • San Antonio Regional HospitalUpland, CA · 1 posting$59.87/ hr$48–$72
  • Boston Medical CenterRemote, MA · 1 posting$56.69/ hr$38–$75

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2What they are offering now

Low$38Median$53.93High$76

8 CDI postings with published pay in the US, 8 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

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