CDI Specialist jobs in Midwest City, OK
Pay for CDI Specialists in the Midwest City area centers on $20.71 per hour, or about $43,080 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.28 and the upper quarter over $27.65. That ranks 118th of 133 U.S. metro areas for CDI Specialist pay, and 109th of 129 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Midwest City. The free report below lists employers near Midwest City and what they pay.
- $20.71median pay per hour, Oklahoma City
- $18–$28typical range per hour
- 340CDI Specialists employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CDI Specialist pay in Midwest City, OK
The metro median is 1% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $20.52 per hour. Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 340 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in the Oklahoma City metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.75 | $34,840 | 48% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.28 | $38,020 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.71 | $43,080 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.65 | $57,510 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $31.37 | $65,250 | 3% below U.S. median |
How Midwest City ranks
- 118th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 109th of 129 after adjusting for local prices
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 Midwest City
- Overall prices in Oklahoma City run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.71 median hour buys what $22.91 buys at the national price level, 29% 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: $37,278
- Per month: $3,106
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Oklahoma City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Midwest City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Midwest City.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Midwest Midwest City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City, OK | 8 mi | $20.71/hr | 712,919 |
| Moore, OK | 11 mi | $20.71/hr | 63,845 |
| Enid, OK | 71 mi | $20.52/hr | 50,519 |
| Lawton, OK | 83 mi | $20.52/hr | 90,027 |
| Tulsa, OK | 95 mi | $22.00/hr | 415,154 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 98 mi | $22.00/hr | 122,756 |
CDI Specialist jobs in Oklahoma · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Oklahoma
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 Midwest City, OK?
CDI Specialists in the Oklahoma City metro area have a median pay of $20.71 per hour, about $43,080 a year. The middle half earn between $18.28 and $27.65 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Midwest City a good place for CDI Specialists once cost of living is counted?
Oklahoma City ranks 109th of 129 metro areas for CDI Specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 118th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do CDI Specialists work in Midwest City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Midwest City, led by Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Midwest. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Midwest City as a CDI Specialist?
CCDS or CDIP credential, or the ability to earn one. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma 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 Midwest City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Midwest City and across Oklahoma. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Midwest City.
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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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