Cris J. Bennett, MHA, RHIT, CRCR

Crisi Bennett, MHA, RHIT, is a healthcare revenue cycle leader with extensive experience in coding, auditing, compliance, and health information management. She currently serves as Senior Coding and Auditing Manager at North Florida Surgeons, where she leads coding integrity initiatives, audit programs, and regulatory compliance efforts to support accurate reimbursement and operational efficiency.

Crisi brings deep expertise in medical coding systems, documentation standards, and revenue cycle optimization. Her career reflects a strong commitment to accuracy, process improvement, and team development, including leading coding operations, designing audit methodologies, and ensuring alignment with federal regulations and payer requirements.

In addition to her operational leadership, Crisi is actively engaged in education and workforce development. She has presented nationally on the integration of artificial intelligence in education, with a focus on leveraging AI-driven curriculum to bridge the gap between academic preparation and workforce expectations. She is dedicated to helping students achieve success through focused, relevant education and is particularly passionate about curriculum development that equips learners with practical, industry-aligned skills.

Crisi is committed to advancing the health information profession through innovation, education, and leadership, with a focus on strengthening compliance frameworks, improving financial outcomes, and preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.