CDI Specialist jobs in Conway, AR
Pay for CDI Specialists in the Conway area centers on $33.51 per hour, or about $69,700 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.31 and the upper quarter over $40.84. That ranks 51st of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 31st of 129 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Conway. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Conway.
- $33.51median pay per hour, Little Rock
- $22–$41typical range per hour
- 80CDI Specialists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CDI Specialist pay in Conway, AR
The metro median is 6% above the Arkansas statewide median of $31.50 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 80 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.87).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.54 | $44,800 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.31 | $46,400 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.51 | $69,700 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.84 | $84,950 | 26% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.09 | $87,550 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Conway ranks
- 51st of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 31st of 129 after adjusting for local prices
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 Conway
- Overall prices in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.51 median hour buys what $37.50 buys at the national price level, 16% 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.
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- Per year: $60,318
- Per month: $5,026
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Conway
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Conway.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Medical Center- Conway Conway, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Conway Regional Medical Center, Inc Conway, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Conway Behavioral Health Conway, AR | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Little Rock, AR | 24 mi | $33.51/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 25 mi | $33.51/hr | 204,774 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 109 mi | $31.50/hr | 90,507 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 113 mi | $31.50/hr | 82,384 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 118 mi | $31.50/hr | 103,134 |
| Springdale, AR | 122 mi | $31.50/hr | 89,368 |
CDI Specialist jobs in Arkansas · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Arkansas
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
Arkansas 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 Conway, AR?
CDI Specialists in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area have a median pay of $33.51 per hour, about $69,700 a year. The middle half earn between $22.31 and $40.84 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Conway a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway ranks 31st of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 51st of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do CDI Specialists work in Conway?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Conway, led by Baptist Health Medical Center- Conway. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Conway as a CDI Specialist?
CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place CDI Specialists in Conway?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Conway and across Arkansas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Conway.
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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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