VA · Roanoke · Updated October 15, 2026

CDI Specialist jobs in Roanoke, VA

CDI Specialists in Virginia earn a median of $24.05 per hour, about $50,010 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $21.10 and $37.17. That is 26% below the U.S. median of $32.36 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Roanoke. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Roanoke.

CDI Specialist pay in Roanoke, VA

Nationally the median is $32.36 per hour. BLS counts about 590 health information technologists and medical registrars employed in Virginia.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$18.67$38,83042% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$21.10$43,89035% below U.S. median
Median$24.05$50,01026% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$37.17$77,31015% above U.S. median
Top 10%$45.85$95,37042% 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 Roanoke

  • Overall prices in Roanoke run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.6, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.5).

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$866
  • Per year: $43,290
  • Per month: $3,608

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

Hospitals in Roanoke

CMS lists 1 hospital in Roanoke.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Carilion Medical Center
Roanoke, VA
Acute careNonprofit3 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
Lynchburg, VA43 mi$24.05/hr80,301
Greensboro, NC82 mi$24.32/hr307,381
Winston-Salem, NC83 mi$29.45/hr255,769
Burlington, NC87 mi$29.36/hr61,365
High Point, NC89 mi$24.32/hr118,601
Harrisonburg, VA100 mi$24.05/hr51,164

CDI Specialist jobs in Virginia · CDI Specialist jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Virginia

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

Virginia 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 Roanoke, VA?

CDI Specialists in Virginia have a median pay of $24.05 per hour, about $50,010 a year. The middle half earn between $21.10 and $37.17 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do CDI Specialists work in Roanoke?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Roanoke, led by Carilion Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Virginia license to work in Roanoke as a CDI Specialist?

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

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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