Kristina Baker
CPC
With more than 26 years of experience in Revenue Cycle Management, Tina is a highly accomplished healthcare professional known for her expertise in medical coding, billing, compliance, reimbursement strategy, and operational leadership. Her extensive background spans physician office, hospital, and ambulatory care settings, with specialized experience supporting orthopedic and multi-specialty practices.
Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong ability to optimize revenue cycle performance while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance and data integrity. Her expertise includes ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding, as well as hands-on proficiency with leading EHR platforms such as Epic, NextGen, Athenahealth, and eClinicalWorks.
Tina has successfully led coding and billing departments, managed staff development and performance initiatives, analyzed payer trends and contracts, and collaborated closely with physicians, executives, and clinical teams to improve documentation, coding accuracy, and reimbursement outcomes. She has also played a key role in system implementations, process improvement projects, and the development of coding standards for new departments and service lines.
Recognized for her analytical approach, strong leadership skills, and ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization, she consistently bridges the gap between clinical documentation and financial performance. Her commitment to operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement has made her a trusted resource and respected leader in healthcare revenue cycle management.