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Medical Records Technican (Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist - Outpatient and Inpatient)
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CDI Specialist jobs in Clearwater, FL
Pay for CDI Specialists in the Clearwater area centers on $34.44 per hour, or about $71,640 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.94 and the upper quarter over $44.94. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Clearwater. That ranks 47th of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 51st of 129 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Clearwater.
- $34.44median pay per hour, Tampa
- $23–$45typical range per hour
- 300CDI Specialists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 1% below the Florida statewide median of $34.73 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 300 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.04 | $37,520 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.94 | $47,720 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Median | $34.44 | $71,640 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.94 | $93,480 | 39% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.20 | $106,500 | 58% above U.S. median |
How Clearwater ranks
- 47th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 51st of 129 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 9 Florida 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 Clearwater
- Overall prices in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% above the U.S. average (index 125.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $34.44 median hour buys what $34.14 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Clearwater paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,240
- Per year: $61,992
- Per month: $5,166
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Clearwater
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Clearwater.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morton Plant Hospital Clearwater, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Windmoor Healthcare Of Clearwater Clearwater, FL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largo, FL | 5 mi | $34.44/hr | 82,337 |
| Pinellas Park, FL | 9 mi | $34.44/hr | 53,503 |
| Bradenton, FL | 36 mi | $38.91/hr | 58,184 |
| Sarasota, FL | 46 mi | $38.91/hr | 57,764 |
| Lakeland, FL | 50 mi | $43.35/hr | 124,990 |
| Winter Haven, FL | 64 mi | $43.35/hr | 59,975 |
CDI Specialist jobs in Florida · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Florida
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
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do CDI Specialists make in Clearwater, FL?
CDI Specialists in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area have a median pay of $34.44 per hour, about $71,640 a year. The middle half earn between $22.94 and $44.94 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Clearwater a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater ranks 51st of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 47th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring CDI Specialists in Clearwater?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Clearwater.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Clearwater as a CDI Specialist?
CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Clearwater?
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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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2What they are offering now
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.
3Open now: 1 CDI roles
- Medical Records Technican (Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist - Outpatient and Inpatient)Permanent$62k–$80k/ year
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