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Medical Records Technican (Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist - Outpatient and Inpatient)
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CDI Specialist jobs in Palm Bay, FL
CDI Specialists in the Palm Bay area earn a median of $29.89 per hour, about $62,170 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $24.72 and $42.52. That ranks 75th of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 79th of 129 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Palm Bay. The free report below lists employers near Palm Bay and what they pay.
- $29.89median pay per hour, Palm Bay
- $25–$43typical range per hour
- 80CDI Specialists employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CDI Specialist pay in Palm Bay, FL
The metro median is 14% below the Florida statewide median of $34.73 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 80 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.28).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.31 | $33,920 | 50% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.72 | $51,420 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.89 | $62,170 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $42.52 | $88,440 | 31% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.53 | $98,860 | 47% above U.S. median |
How Palm Bay ranks
- 75th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 79th of 129 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th 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 Palm Bay
- Overall prices in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.89 median hour buys what $29.89 buys at the national price level, 8% below 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$1,076
- Per year: $53,802
- Per month: $4,484
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Palm Bay
CMS lists 1 hospital in Palm Bay.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay Hospital Palm Bay, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne, FL | 11 mi | $29.89/hr | 87,561 |
| Fort Pierce, FL | 42 mi | $34.73/hr | 50,805 |
| St. Cloud, FL | 42 mi | $37.05/hr | 71,036 |
| Orlando, FL | 48 mi | $37.05/hr | 334,854 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | 50 mi | $34.73/hr | 258,575 |
| Kissimmee, FL | 52 mi | $37.05/hr | 84,756 |
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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 Palm Bay, FL?
CDI Specialists in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area have a median pay of $29.89 per hour, about $62,170 a year. The middle half earn between $24.72 and $42.52 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Palm Bay a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?
Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville ranks 79th of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 75th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do CDI Specialists work in Palm Bay?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Palm Bay, led by Palm Bay Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Palm Bay 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 Palm Bay?
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Your CDI pay reportTop-paying hospitals shown · your Florida list by name comes with the full report
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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