IN · Mishawaka · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Mishawaka, IN

The median CDI Specialist pay in the Mishawaka area is $20.87 per hour ($43,410 a year), with the typical range running from $18.34 to $25.06. That ranks 117th of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 111th of 129 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Mishawaka. The free report below lists employers near Mishawaka and what they pay.

CDI Specialist pay in Mishawaka, IN

The metro median is 2% below the Indiana statewide median of $21.35 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 30 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the South Bend-Mishawaka metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$18.34$38,15043% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$18.34$38,15043% below U.S. median
Median$20.87$43,41036% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$25.06$52,12023% below U.S. median
Top 10%$36.91$76,77014% above U.S. median

How Mishawaka ranks

  • 117th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 111th of 129 after adjusting for local prices

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 Mishawaka

  • Overall prices in South Bend-Mishawaka run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.9, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 25% below the U.S. average (index 74.6).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $20.87 median hour buys what $22.48 buys at the national price level, 31% 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$751
  • Per year: $37,566
  • Per month: $3,130

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the South Bend-Mishawaka metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Hospitals in Mishawaka

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Mishawaka.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center
Mishawaka, IN
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes
Unity Physicians Hospital
Mishawaka, IN
Acute careOtherNot ratedNo
Medical Behavioral Hospital - Mishawaka
Mishawaka, IN
PsychiatricFor-profitNot 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
South Bend, IN5 mi$20.87/hr103,713
Elkhart, IN11 mi$21.35/hr53,690
Kalamazoo, MI51 mi$31.03/hr73,290
Gary, IN61 mi$30.27/hr67,555
Battle Creek, MI65 mi$31.03/hr52,205
Fort Wayne, IN67 mi$21.35/hr273,203

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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Indiana

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

Indiana 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 Mishawaka, IN?

CDI Specialists in the South Bend-Mishawaka metro area have a median pay of $20.87 per hour, about $43,410 a year. The middle half earn between $18.34 and $25.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Mishawaka a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?

South Bend-Mishawaka ranks 111th of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 117th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.

Where do CDI Specialists work in Mishawaka?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Mishawaka, led by Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Indiana license to work in Mishawaka as a CDI Specialist?

CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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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Low$38Median$53.93High$76

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