TX · Laredo · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Laredo, TX

The median CDI Specialist pay in Texas is $37.53 per hour ($78,060 a year), with the typical range running from $27.08 to $47.70. That is 16% above the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Laredo. The free report below lists employers near Laredo and what they pay.

CDI Specialist pay in Laredo, TX

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 2,540 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in Texas.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$21.07$43,83035% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$27.08$56,33016% below U.S. median
Median$37.53$78,06016% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$47.70$99,22047% above U.S. median
Top 10%$54.13$112,59067% 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 Laredo

  • Overall prices in Laredo run 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.0, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 40% below the U.S. average (index 59.7).

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$1,351
  • Per year: $67,554
  • Per month: $5,630
  • Texas has no state income tax on wages.

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

Hospitals in Laredo

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Laredo.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Doctors Hospital Of Laredo
Laredo, TX
Acute careFor-profit4 of 5Yes
Laredo Medical Center
Laredo, TX
Acute careFor-profit4 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
Mission, TX118 mi$30.72/hr88,574
Edinburg, TX119 mi$30.72/hr108,733
McAllen, TX120 mi$30.72/hr148,782
Pharr, TX125 mi$30.72/hr81,142
Corpus Christi, TX142 mi$40.30/hr317,317
San Antonio, TX144 mi$41.22/hr1,526,656

CDI Specialist jobs in Texas · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide

CDI Specialist salary in Texas

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Texas

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

Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.

Texas state guide

Other healthcare roles in Laredo

Laredo city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do CDI Specialists make in Laredo, TX?

CDI Specialists in Texas have a median pay of $37.53 per hour, about $78,060 a year. The middle half earn between $27.08 and $47.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Laredo?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Laredo, led by Doctors Hospital Of Laredo. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Texas license to work in Laredo as a CDI Specialist?

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

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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

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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