UT · Lehi · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Lehi, UT

The median CDI Specialist pay in Utah is $34.91 per hour ($72,610 a year), with the typical range running from $29.80 to $40.13. That is 8% above the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in the Lehi metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lehi.

CDI Specialist pay in Lehi, UT

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$19.56$40,68040% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$29.80$61,9808% below U.S. median
Median$34.91$72,6108% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$40.13$83,47024% above U.S. median
Top 10%$48.80$101,50051% 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 Lehi

  • Overall prices in Provo-Orem-Lehi run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.1).

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$1,257
  • Per year: $62,838
  • Per month: $5,236

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

Hospitals in the Provo-Orem-Lehi area

CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Provo-Orem-Lehi area.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital
Provo, UT
Acute careNonprofit5 of 5Yes
American Fork Hospital
American Fork, UT
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Timpanogos Regional Hospital
Orem, UT
Acute careFor-profit4 of 5Yes
Orem Community Hospital
Orem, UT
Acute careNonprofitNot ratedYes
Aspen Grove Behavioral Hospital
Orem, UT
PsychiatricFor-profitNot ratedNo
Utah State Hospital
Provo, UT
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
Saratoga Springs, UT6 mi$34.91/hr57,411
Draper, UT6 mi$34.91/hr50,166
Herriman, UT9 mi$34.91/hr62,352
Eagle Mountain, UT10 mi$34.91/hr60,575
Sandy, UT11 mi$34.91/hr92,840
South Jordan, UT11 mi$34.91/hr86,156

CDI Specialist jobs in Utah · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Utah

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

Utah 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 Lehi, UT?

CDI Specialists in Utah have a median pay of $34.91 per hour, about $72,610 a year. The middle half earn between $29.80 and $40.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Lehi?

CMS lists 6 hospitals in the Provo-Orem-Lehi area, led by Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Utah license to work in Lehi as a CDI Specialist?

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

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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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