PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Clinical Documentation Specialist
San Antonio Regional Hospital · Upland, CA
$47.90–$71.84/ hour
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CDI Specialist jobs in Rancho Cordova, CA
Pay for CDI Specialists in the Rancho Cordova area centers on $43.07 per hour, or about $89,580 a year. The lower quarter earns under $36.91 and the upper quarter over $62.36. That ranks 9th of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 18th of 129 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 15 hospitals in the Rancho Cordova metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Rancho Cordova.
- $43.07median pay per hour, Sacramento
- $37–$62typical range per hour
- 210CDI Specialists employed in the metro area
- 107cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CDI Specialist pay in Rancho Cordova, CA
The metro median is 6% below the California statewide median of $45.84 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 210 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.81).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.57 | $61,510 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.91 | $76,770 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Median | $43.07 | $89,580 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $62.36 | $129,710 | 93% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $78.79 | $163,880 | 143% above U.S. median |
How Rancho Cordova ranks
- 9th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 18th of 129 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 Rancho Cordova
- Overall prices in Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom run 7% above the U.S. average (index 106.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 30% above the U.S. average (index 130.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $43.07 median hour buys what $40.38 buys at the national price level, 25% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,551
- Per year: $77,526
- Per month: $6,460
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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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
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PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist
Montage Health · Monterey, CA
$72.42–$96.87/ hour
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Hospitals in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom area
CMS lists 15 hospitals in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutter Roseville Medical Center Roseville, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Woodland Memorial Hospital Woodland, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Roseville Roseville, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Sacramento Sacramento, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Of Folsom Folsom, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sutter Davis Hospital Davis, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento Sacramento, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of California Davis Medical Center Sacramento, CA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy General Hospital Sacramento, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento Sacramento, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folsom, CA | 8 mi | $43.07/hr | 88,091 |
| Citrus Heights, CA | 9 mi | $43.07/hr | 86,909 |
| Lodi, CA | 32 mi | $45.84/hr | 68,642 |
| Stockton, CA | 42 mi | $45.84/hr | 324,975 |
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 Rancho Cordova, CA?
CDI Specialists in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom metro area have a median pay of $43.07 per hour, about $89,580 a year. The middle half earn between $36.91 and $62.36 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rancho Cordova a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom ranks 18th of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 9th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% above the U.S. average.
Where do CDI Specialists work in Rancho Cordova?
CMS lists 15 hospitals in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom area, led by Sutter Roseville Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Rancho Cordova 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 Rancho Cordova?
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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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