CA · Tulare · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Tulare, CA

CDI Specialists in California earn a median of $45.84 per hour, about $95,340 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $33.77 and $63.00. That is 42% above the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Tulare. The free report below lists employers near Tulare and what they pay.

CDI Specialist pay in Tulare, CA

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 3,270 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in California.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$26.75$55,64017% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$33.77$70,2404% above U.S. median
Median$45.84$95,34042% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$63.00$131,04095% above U.S. median
Top 10%$81.08$168,650151% 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 Tulare

  • Overall prices in Visalia run in line with the U.S. average (index 99.8, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 16% below the U.S. average (index 84.1).

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$1,650
  • Per year: $82,512
  • Per month: $6,876

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

Open CDI Specialist roles in California

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Hospitals in Tulare

CMS lists 1 hospital in Tulare.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Adventist Health Tulare
Tulare, CA
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes

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
Visalia, CA9 mi$45.84/hr146,271
Porterville, CA20 mi$45.84/hr63,517
Hanford, CA20 mi$45.84/hr60,594
Delano, CA30 mi$33.48/hr53,198
Clovis, CA47 mi$38.56/hr127,993
Fresno, CA47 mi$38.56/hr550,105

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 Tulare, CA?

CDI Specialists in California have a median pay of $45.84 per hour, about $95,340 a year. The middle half earn between $33.77 and $63.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Tulare?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Tulare, led by Adventist Health Tulare. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a California license to work in Tulare 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.

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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

  1. Clinical Documentation SpecialistPermanent
    $47.90–$71.84/ hour
    San Antonio Regional Hospital · Upland, CA · posted 2 days ago
  2. Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist - Full Time (On-Site) - Days - 8hr QVHPermanent
    $49.55–$76.80/ hour
    Emanate Health · West Covina, CA · posted 10 days ago

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