OK · Norman · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Norman, OK

The median CDI Specialist pay in the Norman area is $20.71 per hour ($43,080 a year), with the typical range running from $18.28 to $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 4 hospitals in Norman. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Norman.

CDI Specialist pay in Norman, 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).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$16.75$34,84048% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$18.28$38,02044% below U.S. median
Median$20.71$43,08036% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$27.65$57,51015% below U.S. median
Top 10%$31.37$65,2503% below U.S. median

How Norman 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 Norman

  • 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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Estimated weekly gross$746
  • 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 Norman

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Norman.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Norman Regional
Norman, OK
Acute careGovernment and federal2 of 5Yes
J D Mccarty Center For Children
Norman, OK
Children'sGovernment and federalNot ratedNo
Behavioral Health Center At Porter Health Village
Norman, OK
PsychiatricFor-profitNot ratedYes
Griffin Memorial Hospital
Norman, OK
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedNo

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
Moore, OK9 mi$20.71/hr63,845
Midwest City, OK15 mi$20.71/hr58,505
Lawton, OK75 mi$20.52/hr90,027
Enid, OK86 mi$20.52/hr50,519
Tulsa, OK102 mi$22.00/hr415,154
Broken Arrow, OK104 mi$22.00/hr122,756

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

Oklahoma 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 Norman, 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 Norman 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 Norman?

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Norman, led by Norman Regional. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Norman 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 Norman?

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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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