CDI Specialist jobs in Tempe, AZ
The median CDI Specialist pay in the Tempe area is $23.95 per hour ($49,820 a year), with the typical range running from $22.37 to $31.67. That ranks 101st of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 107th of 129 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Tempe. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Tempe.
- $23.95median pay per hour, Phoenix
- $22–$32typical range per hour
- 440CDI Specialists employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CDI Specialist pay in Tempe, AZ
The metro median is 2% above the Arizona statewide median of $23.59 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 440 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.77).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.08 | $41,770 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.37 | $46,530 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.95 | $49,820 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.67 | $65,870 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.85 | $78,730 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Tempe ranks
- 101st of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 107th of 129 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Arizona metro areas
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.
What your pay buys in Tempe
- Overall prices in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% above the U.S. average (index 121.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.95 median hour buys what $23.18 buys at the national price level, 28% 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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- Per year: $43,110
- Per month: $3,592
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Tempe
CMS lists 1 hospital in Tempe.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Behavioral Healthcare-Tempe Tempe, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
CDI Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler, AZ | 9 mi | $23.95/hr | 281,231 |
| Gilbert, AZ | 12 mi | $23.95/hr | 288,790 |
CDI Specialist jobs in Arizona · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Arizona
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
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do CDI Specialists make in Tempe, AZ?
CDI Specialists in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro area have a median pay of $23.95 per hour, about $49,820 a year. The middle half earn between $22.37 and $31.67 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tempe a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler ranks 107th of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 101st of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do CDI Specialists work in Tempe?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Tempe, led by Aurora Behavioral Healthcare-Tempe. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Tempe as a CDI Specialist?
CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona 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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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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