NE · Grand Island · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Grand Island, NE

Pay for CDI Specialists in Nebraska centers on $23.09 per hour, or about $48,020 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.71 and the upper quarter over $38.51. That is 29% below the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Grand Island. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Grand Island.

CDI Specialist pay in Grand Island, NE

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 210 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in Nebraska.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$16.71$34,76048% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$19.71$41,00039% below U.S. median
Median$23.09$48,02029% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$38.51$80,10019% above U.S. median
Top 10%$45.17$93,95040% 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 Grand Island

  • Overall prices in Grand Island run 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.7, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 38% below the U.S. average (index 61.7).

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$831
  • Per year: $41,562
  • Per month: $3,464

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

Hospitals in Grand Island

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Grand Island.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Chi Health St. Francis
Grand Island, NE
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Grand Island Regional Medical Center
Grand Island, NE
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
Lincoln, NE88 mi$23.09/hr300,619
Omaha, NE122 mi$38.24/hr489,265
Bellevue, NE127 mi$38.24/hr64,777
Council Bluffs, IA132 mi$38.24/hr62,665
Sioux City, IA149 mi$34.61/hr86,875
Manhattan, KS151 mi$31.98/hr54,700

CDI Specialist jobs in Nebraska · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Nebraska

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

Nebraska 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 Grand Island, NE?

CDI Specialists in Nebraska have a median pay of $23.09 per hour, about $48,020 a year. The middle half earn between $19.71 and $38.51 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Grand Island?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Grand Island, led by Chi Health St. Francis. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Nebraska license to work in Grand Island as a CDI Specialist?

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