PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist - Full Time (On-Site) - Days - 8hr QVH
Emanate Health · West Covina, CA
$49.55–$76.80/ hour
Top 25% pay
CDI Specialist jobs in La Habra, CA
Pay for CDI Specialists in the La Habra area centers on $45.67 per hour, or about $95,000 a year. The lower quarter earns under $31.76 and the upper quarter over $63.00. The CMS hospital directory lists 85 hospitals in the La Habra metro area. That ranks 5th of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 19th of 129 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near La Habra.
- $45.67median pay per hour, Los Angeles
- $32–$63typical range per hour
- 1,290CDI Specialists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is in line with the California statewide median of $45.84 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 1,290 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.85).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $26.64 | $55,410 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.76 | $66,060 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.67 | $95,000 | 41% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $63.00 | $131,040 | 95% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $82.50 | $171,600 | 155% above U.S. median |
How La Habra ranks
- 5th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 19th of 129 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 10 California 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 La Habra
- Overall prices in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim run 14% above the U.S. average (index 113.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 70% above the U.S. average (index 170.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.67 median hour buys what $40.21 buys at the national price level, 24% 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.
Estimate your La Habra paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,644
- Per year: $82,206
- Per month: $6,850
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim area
CMS lists 85 hospitals in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Los Angeles, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian Newport Beach, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Keck Hospital Of Usc Los Angeles, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Providence Little Company Of Mary Med Ctr Torrance Torrance, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Santa Monica - Ucla Med Ctr & Orthopaedic Hospital Santa Monica, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Mary Medical Center Long Beach, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Torrance Memorial Medical Center Torrance, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center Anaheim, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullerton, CA | 3 mi | $45.67/hr | 140,054 |
| Whittier, CA | 5 mi | $45.67/hr | 85,589 |
CDI Specialist jobs in California · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in California
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
California 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 La Habra, CA?
CDI Specialists in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area have a median pay of $45.67 per hour, about $95,000 a year. The middle half earn between $31.76 and $63.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is La Habra a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim ranks 19th of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 5th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring CDI Specialists in La Habra?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near La Habra.
Do I need a California license to work in La Habra as a CDI Specialist?
CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California 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 La Habra?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Boston Medical CenterRemote, MA · 1 posting$56.69/ hr$38–$75
- CommonSpirit HealthCHICAGO, IL · 1 posting$51.17/ hr$41–$61
- Adventist HealthGaithersburg, MD · 1 posting$46.47/ hr$37–$56
- Capital Health SystemPennington, NJ · 1 posting$45.44/ hr$39–$51
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2What they are offering now
Low$48Median$63.17High$97
3 CDI postings with published pay in California, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 CDI roles
- Clinical Documentation SpecialistPermanent$47.90–$71.84/ hour
- Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist - Full Time (On-Site) - Days - 8hr QVHPermanent$49.55–$76.80/ hour
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