IA · Davenport · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Davenport, IA

The median CDI Specialist pay in Iowa is $34.61 per hour ($71,980 a year), with the typical range running from $26.80 to $41.65. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Davenport. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Davenport.

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CDI Specialist pay in Davenport, IA

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 240 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in Iowa.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$22.73$47,28030% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$26.80$55,74017% below U.S. median
Median$34.61$71,9807% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$41.65$86,63029% above U.S. median
Top 10%$47.07$97,91045% 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.

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What your pay buys in Davenport

  • Overall prices in Davenport-Moline-Rock Island run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.1, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.3).

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$1,246
  • Per year: $62,298
  • Per month: $5,192

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

Hospitals in Davenport

CMS lists 1 hospital in Davenport.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Genesis Medical Center-Davenport
Davenport, IA
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes

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
Iowa City, IA48 mi$40.67/hr76,710
Cedar Rapids, IA62 mi$34.61/hr137,904
Dubuque, IA65 mi$34.61/hr58,987
Peoria, IL76 mi$37.89/hr111,696
Rockford, IL93 mi$23.70/hr147,486
Normal, IL110 mi$29.21/hr53,304

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

Iowa 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 Davenport, IA?

CDI Specialists in Iowa have a median pay of $34.61 per hour, about $71,980 a year. The middle half earn between $26.80 and $41.65 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Davenport?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Davenport, led by Genesis Medical Center-Davenport. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Iowa license to work in Davenport 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 Davenport?

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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

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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