CDI Specialist jobs in Schenectady, NY
Pay for CDI Specialists in the Schenectady area centers on $31.49 per hour, or about $65,500 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.61 and the upper quarter over $39.33. That ranks 61st of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 69th of 129 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Schenectady. The free report below lists employers near Schenectady and what they pay.
- $31.49median pay per hour, Albany
- $23–$39typical range per hour
- 50CDI Specialists employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CDI Specialist pay in Schenectady, NY
The metro median is 13% below the New York statewide median of $36.01 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 50 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.49).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.01 | $41,620 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.61 | $47,030 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.49 | $65,500 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.33 | $81,810 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.35 | $127,610 | 90% above U.S. median |
How Schenectady ranks
- 61st of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 69th of 129 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 7 New York 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 Schenectady
- Overall prices in Albany-Schenectady-Troy run in line with the U.S. average (index 99.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.49 median hour buys what $31.63 buys at the national price level, 2% 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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- Per year: $56,682
- Per month: $4,723
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Schenectady
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Schenectady.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellis Hospital Schenectady, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sunnyview Hospital And Rehabilitation Center Schenectady, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, NY | 11 mi | $31.49/hr | 101,317 |
| Troy, NY | 14 mi | $31.49/hr | 51,065 |
| Utica, NY | 69 mi | $16.04/hr | 63,660 |
| Chicopee, MA | 82 mi | $28.26/hr | 55,381 |
| Springfield, MA | 85 mi | $28.26/hr | 154,888 |
| Hartford, CT | 96 mi | $27.43/hr | 122,129 |
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What employers ask for, and tax basics in New York
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 Schenectady, NY?
CDI Specialists in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area have a median pay of $31.49 per hour, about $65,500 a year. The middle half earn between $22.61 and $39.33 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Schenectady a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?
Albany-Schenectady-Troy ranks 69th of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 61st of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do CDI Specialists work in Schenectady?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Schenectady, led by Ellis Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New York license to work in Schenectady as a CDI Specialist?
CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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 Schenectady?
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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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