Per diemPosted 8 days ago
Clinical Documentation Specialist, Per Diem
Boston Medical Center · Remote, MA
$38.05–$75.33/ hour
CDI Specialist jobs in Waltham, MA
Pay for CDI Specialists in the Waltham area centers on $37.74 per hour, or about $78,500 a year. The lower quarter earns under $31.88 and the upper quarter over $48.15. That ranks 33rd of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 50th of 129 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 27 hospitals in the Waltham metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Waltham.
- $37.74median pay per hour, Boston
- $32–$48typical range per hour
- 690CDI Specialists employed in the metro area
- 108cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CDI Specialist pay in Waltham, MA
The metro median is 2% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $38.46 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 690 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.90 | $53,870 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.88 | $66,310 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.74 | $78,500 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.15 | $100,150 | 49% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $59.31 | $123,360 | 83% above U.S. median |
How Waltham ranks
- 33rd of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 50th of 129 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Massachusetts metro areas
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 Waltham
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.74 median hour buys what $34.86 buys at the national price level, 8% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,359
- Per year: $67,932
- Per month: $5,661
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area
CMS lists 27 hospitals in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham And Women's Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| New England Baptist Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Newton-Wellesley Hospital Newton, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| North Shore Medical Center - Salem, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Auburn Hospital Cambridge, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Dover, NH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Anna Jaques Hospital Newburyport, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Boston Medical Center Boston, MA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton, MA | 4 mi | $37.74/hr | 90,700 |
| Cambridge, MA | 6 mi | $37.74/hr | 121,186 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in Massachusetts
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
Massachusetts 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 Waltham, MA?
CDI Specialists in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $37.74 per hour, about $78,500 a year. The middle half earn between $31.88 and $48.15 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Waltham a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton ranks 50th of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 33rd of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Where do CDI Specialists work in Waltham?
CMS lists 27 hospitals in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area, led by Brigham And Women's Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Waltham as a CDI Specialist?
CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 Waltham?
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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
- CommonSpirit HealthCHICAGO, IL · 1 posting$51.17/ hr$41–$61
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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
- Clinical Documentation Specialist, Per DiemPer diem$38.05–$75.33/ hour
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