Healthcare Data Analyst (Medicaid Finance & Policy)

Responsibilities

The analyst will design and develop data models to support Medicaid reimbursement methodology and provider payment transformation. They will also draft technical documentation and reports while reviewing the work of others to ensure quality control.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience analyzing large healthcare datasets. Proficiency in SAS is required, with additional preference for SQL, Python, and advanced Excel skills.

Skills

• Data analysis
• SAS
• SQL
• Python
• Databricks
• Medicaid policy
• Healthcare claims analysis
• Data modeling
• Excel
• Technical documentation
• Problem-solving
• Research
• Communication
• Quality control
• Reimbursement methodology

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) plan
• Discretionary bonus program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family building benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability

About this role

Milliman’s Medicaid Finance and Policy Practice is seeking individuals to assist
in providing analytical support for healthcare-related provider payment
transformation engagements. Typical projects will include reimbursement
methodology design, rate setting, and program funding strategies for all types
of provider services, including hospital, physician and other practitioner,
nursing facility, behavioral health, and home and community-based services.
Related experience in healthcare is required.

Who We Are
Milliman’s Medicaid Finance and Policy Practice serves state Medicaid agencies
and a wide variety of organizations significantly impacted by Medicaid
reimbursement and funding, including hospital associations and safety net
hospital systems. The practice is affiliated with the broader Milliman Medicaid
Consulting Group consisting of 600+ professionals, including actuaries,
healthcare consultants, attorneys, and statisticians.

Responsibilities

* Analyzing healthcare data, including:
* Claims datasets including services such as hospital, physician, and other
medical services
* Service-related trend data
* Provider cost data
* Other publicly available data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor
Statistics (BLS)
* Designing, developing, and using data models.
* Reviewing, evaluating, and summarizing data model output.
* Assisting with Medicaid policy research and analysis.
* Drafting technical documentation of work performed and related client reports
and PowerPoint presentations.
* Reviewing the work of others to support Milliman’s quality control processes.

This position is designed for someone who wants to develop strong technical
depth while keeping the door open to broader leadership opportunities. While the
role will not initially include client-facing responsibilities, successful team
members may have opportunities over time to manage projects, work directly with
clients, mentor or manage colleagues, or pursue a combination of these paths.

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience analyzing large data sets.
* Experience using database management and statistical programming tools,
including SAS, SQL, or Python:
* Ability to write or learn SAS code without point-and-click user interfaces
is required.
* Experience with SQL, Python, and/or Databricks is strongly preferred.
* Interest and aptitude for performing detail-oriented analytical work.
* Ability to effectively communicate technical information and concepts, both
verbally and in writing.
* Ability to conduct and summarize research.
* Ability to use advanced Excel skills to perform data analysis is required.
(Note that data visualization, such as creating PivotTables, is not a
significant part of this role.) This may include the use of formulas or tools
such as:
* SumIfs
* Index/match combinations
* Nested if statements
* Macro use and development (up to full VBA coding)
* Experience in a healthcare-related field, specifically analyzing Medicaid
claims, is required.
* Experience providing consulting services to state Medicaid or other health
and human services agencies, or other types of public or private
healthcare-related entities, is a plus.
* Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to troubleshoot code,
identify root causes, and resolve issues independently, is required.

Individual(s) must be legally authorized to work in the United States without
the need for immigration support or sponsorship from Milliman now or in the
future.

Location

This position is remote, although being located in Seattle or Chicago is a plus.
The job posting is anticipated to close on November 20, 2026.

Compensation

The overall salary range for this role is $71,700 - $131,905. For candidates
residing in:

* Alaska, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New
Jersey, New York City, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, or the District of
Columbia the salary range is: $82,455 - $131,905.
* All other locations the salary range is $71,700 - $114,700.

A combination of factors will be considered, including but not limited to:
education, relevant work experience, qualifications, skills, certifications,
etc.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health,
financial security, and well-being. Benefits include:

* Medical, Dental and Vision – Coverage for employees, dependents, and domestic
partners.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for personal and
work-related challenges.
* 401(k) Plan – Includes a company matching program and profit-sharing
contributions.
* Discretionary Bonus Program – Recognizing employee contributions.
* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Pre-tax savings for dependent care,
transportation, and eligible medical expenses.
* Paid Time Off (PTO) – Begins accruing on the first day of work. Full-time
employees accrue 15 days per year, and employees working less than full-time
accrue PTO on a prorated basis.
* Holidays – A minimum of 10 observed holidays per year.
* Family Building Benefits – Includes adoption and fertility assistance.
* Paid Parental Leave – Up to 11 weeks of paid leave for employees who meet
eligibility criteria.
* Life Insurance & AD&D – 100% of premiums covered by Milliman.
* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability – Fully paid by Milliman.

Who We Are

Independent for over 75 years, Milliman delivers market-leading services and
solutions to clients worldwide. Today, we are helping companies take on some of
the world’s most critical and complex issues, including retirement funding and
healthcare financing, risk management and regulatory compliance, data analytics
and business transformation.

Milliman invests in skills training and career development, and gives all
employees access to a variety of learning and mentoring opportunities. Our
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About Milliman

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