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Work History
Education
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Crystal Langston

Huntersville,NC

Summary

Meticulous CDI / HCC Coder with specialization in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding. Demonstrates a robust track record of ensuring data accuracy and regulatory compliance while enhancing billing efficiency and documentation quality.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CDI Coder

Essentia Health
Duluth, Minnesota
08.2022 - 08.2025
  • Coded patient records using electronic health record systems to ensure data accuracy.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to clarify coding requirements and enhance documentation.
  • Reviewed clinical documentation for completeness to support accurate billing processes.
  • Communicated effectively with providers for clarification on ambiguous clinical information.
  • Read through patient health data, histories, physician diagnoses and treatments to gain understanding for coding purposes.

HCC Coder

Optum
Brentwood, Tennessee
06.2019 - 09.2022
  • Reviewed medical records for accurate coding and compliance with guidelines.
  • Conducted audits of coded records to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
  • Maintained current knowledge of changes in coding regulations and guidelines.
  • Verified that all necessary information is accurately documented in the patient's record prior to assigning a code.
  • Reviewed patient medical records for accuracy and completeness and assigned appropriate codes using ICD-10-CM and PCS, CPT, HCPCS coding systems.

Billing manger/Medical Coder

Chesapeake Internist
Chesapeake, Virginia
03.2017 - 06.2019
  • Managed billing operations and ensured accurate invoicing for clients.
  • Reviewed and approved monthly financial reports for accuracy and compliance.
  • Analyzed customer accounts and identified discrepancies in invoices, payments, credits, and deductions.
  • Processed customer refunds promptly upon request.
  • Worked with customers to resolve billing disputes in a timely manner.
  • Investigated unapplied payments or credits to determine appropriate application method.

Education

GED -

John F Kennedy HS
The Bronx, NY

Skills

  • ICD-10 coding
  • CPT coding
  • HCPCS coding
  • Electronic health records
  • Compliance auditing
  • Medical billing
  • Team collaboration

Certification

Certified Professional Coder CPC :

AAPC Issued - Aug 2018 - Credential ID 01572590

Certified Risk Adjustment Coder CRC:

AAPC Issued - Dec 2018 - Credential ID 01572590

Affiliations

Education Volunteer;

Urban League of Central CarolinasUrban League of Central Carolinas

Oct 2018 - Present ·

  • Helping prospective student prepare for their CPC certificate

Software Programs

  • Epic
  • 3M Codefinder
  • Optum Coding
  • Athenahealth

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CDI Coder

Essentia Health
08.2022 - 08.2025

HCC Coder

Optum
06.2019 - 09.2022

Billing manger/Medical Coder

Chesapeake Internist
03.2017 - 06.2019

GED -

John F Kennedy HS

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