AZ · Yuma · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Yuma, AZ

The median CDI Specialist pay in Arizona is $23.59 per hour ($49,070 a year), with the typical range running from $20.11 to $30.32. That is 27% below the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Yuma. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Yuma.

CDI Specialist pay in Yuma, AZ

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 680 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in Arizona.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$19.00$39,52041% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$20.11$41,83038% below U.S. median
Median$23.59$49,07027% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$30.32$63,0706% below U.S. median
Top 10%$36.79$76,52014% 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.

What your pay buys in Yuma

  • Overall prices in Yuma run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.8).

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$849
  • Per year: $42,462
  • Per month: $3,538

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

Hospitals in Yuma

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Yuma.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Yuma Regional Medical Center
Yuma, AZ
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes
Exceptional Community Hospital Yuma
Yuma, AZ
Acute careFor-profitNot 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
Buckeye, AZ126 mi$23.95/hr114,334
Indio, CA130 mi$36.00/hr94,275
Goodyear, AZ135 mi$23.95/hr118,186
Palm Desert, CA136 mi$36.00/hr53,147
Lake Havasu City, AZ138 mi$19.10/hr59,037
Avondale, AZ139 mi$23.95/hr96,609

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.

Arizona state guide

Other healthcare roles in Yuma

Yuma city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do CDI Specialists make in Yuma, AZ?

CDI Specialists in Arizona have a median pay of $23.59 per hour, about $49,070 a year. The middle half earn between $20.11 and $30.32 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Yuma?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Yuma, led by Yuma Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Arizona license to work in Yuma 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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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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