OH · Toledo · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Toledo, OH

Pay for CDI Specialists in Ohio centers on $33.95 per hour, or about $70,620 a year. The lower quarter earns under $25.02 and the upper quarter over $38.18. That is 5% above the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Toledo. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Toledo.

CDI Specialist pay in Toledo, OH

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 2,720 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in Ohio.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$18.36$38,19043% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$25.02$52,04023% below U.S. median
Median$33.95$70,6205% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$38.18$79,41018% above U.S. median
Top 10%$47.43$98,65047% 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 Toledo

  • Overall prices in Toledo run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.5, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 33% below the U.S. average (index 67.3).

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$1,222
  • Per year: $61,110
  • Per month: $5,092

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

Hospitals in Toledo

CMS lists 5 hospitals in Toledo.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Promedica Toledo Hospital
Toledo, OH
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Mercy St Vincent Medical Center
Toledo, OH
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
University Of Toledo Medical Center
Toledo, OH
Acute careGovernment and federal3 of 5Yes
Nationwide Children's Hospital Toledo, Llc
Toledo, OH
Children'sNonprofitNot ratedNo
Northwest Ohio Psychiatric Hospital
Toledo, OH
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedYes

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
Taylor, MI42 mi$31.25/hr61,544
Ann Arbor, MI43 mi$33.14/hr122,925
Westland, MI46 mi$31.25/hr82,745
Dearborn, MI49 mi$31.25/hr106,377
Dearborn Heights, MI49 mi$31.25/hr61,040
Livonia, MI52 mi$31.25/hr93,113

CDI Specialist jobs in Ohio · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Ohio

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

Ohio 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 Toledo, OH?

CDI Specialists in Ohio have a median pay of $33.95 per hour, about $70,620 a year. The middle half earn between $25.02 and $38.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Toledo?

CMS lists 5 hospitals in Toledo, led by Promedica Toledo Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Ohio license to work in Toledo as a CDI Specialist?

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