CDI Specialist jobs in Council Bluffs, IA
The median CDI Specialist pay in the Council Bluffs area is $38.24 per hour ($79,540 a year), with the typical range running from $23.09 to $41.85. That ranks 29th of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 14th of 129 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Council Bluffs.
- $38.24median pay per hour, Omaha
- $23–$42typical range per hour
- 100CDI Specialists employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CDI Specialist pay in Council Bluffs, IA
The metro median is 10% above the Iowa statewide median of $34.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 100 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the Omaha 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% | $22.52 | $46,840 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.09 | $48,030 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.24 | $79,540 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.85 | $87,050 | 29% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.75 | $99,320 | 48% above U.S. median |
How Council Bluffs ranks
- 29th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 14th 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 Council Bluffs
- Overall prices in Omaha run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.24 median hour buys what $41.61 buys at the national price level, 29% 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.
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- Per year: $68,832
- Per month: $5,736
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Omaha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Council Bluffs
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Jennie Edmundson Council Bluffs, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 8 mi | $38.24/hr | 64,777 |
| Omaha, NE | 11 mi | $38.24/hr | 489,265 |
| Lincoln, NE | 52 mi | $23.09/hr | 300,619 |
| Sioux City, IA | 91 mi | $34.61/hr | 86,875 |
| West Des Moines, IA | 110 mi | $34.61/hr | 73,664 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 116 mi | $24.81/hr | 71,098 |
CDI Specialist jobs in Iowa · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Iowa
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
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Common questions
How much do CDI Specialists make in Council Bluffs, IA?
CDI Specialists in the Omaha metro area have a median pay of $38.24 per hour, about $79,540 a year. The middle half earn between $23.09 and $41.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Council Bluffs a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?
Omaha ranks 14th of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 29th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do CDI Specialists work in Council Bluffs?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs, led by Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Council Bluffs as a CDI Specialist?
CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa 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 Council Bluffs?
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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
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.
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