FL · Port St. Lucie · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Port St. Lucie, FL

CDI Specialists in Florida earn a median of $34.73 per hour, about $72,230 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.56 and $46.99. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Port St. Lucie. The free report below lists employers near Port St. Lucie and what they pay.

CDI Specialist pay in Port St. Lucie, FL

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 2,360 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in Florida.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$18.34$38,15043% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$22.56$46,92030% below U.S. median
Median$34.73$72,2307% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$46.99$97,74045% above U.S. median
Top 10%$51.40$106,91059% 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 Port St. Lucie

  • Overall prices in Port St. Lucie run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.2, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 14% above the U.S. average (index 113.6).

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$1,250
  • Per year: $62,514
  • Per month: $5,210
  • Florida has no state income tax on wages.

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

Open CDI Specialist roles in Florida

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Hospitals in Port St. Lucie

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Port St. Lucie.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
St Lucie Medical Center
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Acute careFor-profit1 of 5Yes
Port St Lucie Hospital
Port Saint Lucie, FL
PsychiatricFor-profitNot ratedYes

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
Fort Pierce, FL10 mi$34.73/hr50,805
Jupiter, FL30 mi$37.26/hr62,987
Palm Beach Gardens, FL33 mi$37.26/hr63,284
West Palm Beach, FL40 mi$37.26/hr127,744
Wellington, FL44 mi$37.26/hr63,258
Palm Bay, FL50 mi$29.89/hr142,023

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.

Florida state guide

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Common questions

How much do CDI Specialists make in Port St. Lucie, FL?

CDI Specialists in Florida have a median pay of $34.73 per hour, about $72,230 a year. The middle half earn between $22.56 and $46.99 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Port St. Lucie?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Port St. Lucie, led by St Lucie Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Florida license to work in Port St. Lucie 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 Port St. Lucie?

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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

  1. Medical Records Technican (Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist - Outpatient and Inpatient)Permanent
    $62k–$80k/ year
    Veterans Health Administration · Tampa, FL · posted yesterday

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