Healthcare Data Analyst (Medicaid Finance & Policy)

Milliman; Seattle, Chicago (WA, IL); Remote; USD 72,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) Plan + company match

Discretionary Bonus Program

Paid Time Off (PTO) & holidays

Family Building Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance & AD&D

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Milliman’s Healthcare Data Analytics team is seeking a Healthcare Data Analyst to support Medicaid Finance & Policy projects. You will work with claims data across hospital and physician services, develop data models, and contribute to policy research and client-ready materials.

The role emphasizes strong analytical depth, Excel proficiency, and ability to communicate technical results. It is remote with preference for candidates in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience analyzing large data sets.
• Experience with database management and statistical programming tools (SAS, SQL, Python).
• Ability to write SAS code without GUIs; SQL/Python/Databricks preferred.
• Detail-oriented analytical work with strong communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis (SumIfs, Index/Match, Nested If, VBA).
• Experience analyzing Medicaid claims and healthcare data.
• Experience providing consulting to Medicaid or health agencies is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and independent troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Work with claims datasets across hospital, physician, and other services.
• Analyze service-related trend data and public data (e.g., BLS).
• Design, develop, and use data models.
• Review, evaluate, and summarize data model outputs.
• Assist with Medicaid policy research and analysis.
• Draft technical documentation and client reports and presentations.
• Support quality control and review of others’ work.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Tools

SAS

SQL

Python

Databricks

Job description

Healthcare Data Analyst (Medicaid Finance & Policy)

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

• Claims datasets including services such as hospital, physician, and other medical services
• Service-related trend 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.

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 growing number of Milliman Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s) are employee-led communities that influence policy decisions, develop future leaders, and amplify the voices of their constituents. We encourage our employees to give back to their varied professions, including leadership in professional organizations. Please visit our web site (https://www.milliman.com/en/social-impact) to learn more about Milliman’s commitments to our people, inclusion, and sustainability.

Through a team of professionals ranging from actuaries to clinicians, technology specialists to plan administrators, we offer unparalleled expertise in employee benefits, investment consulting, healthcare, life insurance and financial services, and property and casualty insurance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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