IL · Champaign · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Champaign, IL

CDI Specialists in Illinois earn a median of $29.21 per hour, about $60,760 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $21.44 and $36.06. That is 10% below the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Champaign. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Champaign.

CDI Specialist pay in Champaign, IL

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 680 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in Illinois.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$18.30$38,06043% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$21.44$44,60034% below U.S. median
Median$29.21$60,76010% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$36.06$75,00011% above U.S. median
Top 10%$44.87$93,33039% 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 Champaign

  • Overall prices in Champaign-Urbana run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).

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$1,052
  • Per year: $52,578
  • Per month: $4,382

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

Open CDI Specialist roles in Illinois

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Hospitals in Champaign

CMS lists 1 hospital in Champaign.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
The Pavilion
Champaign, IL
PsychiatricNonprofitNot ratedNo

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
Decatur, IL39 mi$29.21/hr68,763
Bloomington, IL44 mi$29.21/hr79,232
Normal, IL47 mi$29.21/hr53,304
Terre Haute, IN66 mi$21.35/hr58,531
Springfield, IL76 mi$29.21/hr112,949
Lafayette, IN77 mi$21.35/hr71,757

CDI Specialist jobs in Illinois · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Illinois

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

Illinois 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 Champaign, IL?

CDI Specialists in Illinois have a median pay of $29.21 per hour, about $60,760 a year. The middle half earn between $21.44 and $36.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Champaign?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Champaign, led by The Pavilion. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Illinois license to work in Champaign as a CDI Specialist?

CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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

  • 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. Revenue Cycle CDI SpecialistPermanent
    $41.14–$61.20/ hour
    CommonSpirit Health · Chicago, IL · posted 16 days ago

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