Medicare Policy & Rulemaking Analyst

analyticallc; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Health insurance

Training funds

401(k) match

Job summary

Analytica is seeking a Medicare Payment System Policy Analyst to provide rulemaking and policy support for IPF PPS and PHP-IOP under OPPS. This role will conduct policy research, draft regulatory materials, and develop deliverables informing Medicare payment policy.

The ideal candidate has experience with Medicare regulations, federal healthcare policy, and regulatory writing, and will collaborate with CMS staff and internal stakeholders to advance proposed and final rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Public Policy, Social Work, Business, Healthcare, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in healthcare policy analysis, regulatory writing, or government consulting.
• Experience supporting state or federal government agencies, preferably CMS or Medicare-related programs.
• Working knowledge of Medicare payment systems, Medicare regulations, and federal rulemaking processes.
• Strong analytical and research skills, including evaluating policy, regulatory, and statutory requirements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting and editing regulatory and policy documents.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and review notices of proposed and final rulemaking for CMS programs.
• Analyze and summarize public comments submitted in response to proposed rules.
• Develop briefing papers, presentation materials, and supporting documentation for rulemaking cycles.
• Support the clearance process for proposed and final rules, ensuring timely delivery of all materials.
• Incorporate CMS feedback and maintain compliance with project schedules and quality standards.
• Research legislative and regulatory history, policy precedents, and Medicare program requirements.
• Analyze statutory and regulatory requirements to support policy development and decision-making.
• Stay informed on emerging Medicare legislation, regulations, and policies affecting IPF PPS and PHP-IOP programs.
• Prepare policy analyses, issue briefs, and recommendations to support CMS initiatives.
• Identify and document policy changes required for program implementation.
• Draft revisions to Medicare manuals and program guidance documents.
• Support the development of change requests and implementation-related communications.
• Develop and maintain project plans; track milestones, deadlines, and action items.
• Proofread and review all team deliverables for accuracy, clarity, consistency, and compliance with CMS standards.
• Collaborate effectively with CMS staff and project teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Policy analysis

Regulatory writing

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (Public Health / Healthcare Administration / Public Policy / Social Work / Business)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Planner

Job description

Analytica is seeking a Medicare Payment System Policy Analyst to provide rulemaking and policy support for IPF PPS and PHP-IOP under OPPS. This role will conduct policy research, draft regulatory materials, and develop deliverables informing Medicare payment policy.

The ideal candidate has experience with Medicare regulations, federal healthcare policy, and regulatory writing, and will collaborate with CMS staff and internal stakeholders to advance proposed and final rules.