Role Description
We are seeking an experienced Sr. Medical Economics Analyst to join our value-based care (VBC) team in our Accountable Care Organization (ACO). This role requires a seasoned professional with 3-5 years of data analytics experience who can navigate the complex landscape of Medicare risk models, value-based care arrangements, and population health analytics. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in optimizing our organization's performance under CMS total cost of care models while ensuring sustainable financial outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
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Risk Assessment & Medicare Analytics
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Develop and maintain sophisticated risk-adjusted provider group performance models using CMS-HCC methodology.
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Analyze VBC performance under various CMS and CMMI total cost-of-care models.
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Monitor and forecast financial performance across assigned patient populations.
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Conduct comprehensive claims analysis using CCLF (Claims and Claims Line Feed) and BCDA (Beneficiary Claims Data API) datasets, including simulating CMS-HCC risk adjustment.
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Data Management & Analytics
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Process and analyze large healthcare datasets, combining multiple data sources including EHR systems and Medicare claims data.
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Ensure data quality and integrity across all analytical processes.
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Business Intelligence & Reporting
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Create fit-for-purpose analytical reports that translate complex actuarial findings into actionable business insights.
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Develop executive dashboards and performance metrics aligned with organizational strategic goals.
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Present findings and recommendations to leadership teams and clinical stakeholders.
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Support budget planning and financial forecasting processes.
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Regulatory Compliance & Process Improvement
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Stay current with evolving CMS and CMMI program requirements and quality measures.
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Collaborate with revenue cycle and coding teams to optimize documentation and billing accuracy.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Business Administration or related quantitative field.
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3-5 years of data analytics experience, preferably in healthcare or Medicare-focused environments.
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Thorough understanding of and hands-on experience with Medicare risk adjustment and CMS-HCC models.
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Demonstrated experience working with CMS and CMMI total cost of care (ACO) programs.
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Proven track record analyzing Medicare claims data, specifically CCLF and BCDA datasets.
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In-depth knowledge of healthcare billing processes from both provider and CMS perspectives.
Requirements
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, VBA preferred).
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Strong SQL skills with ability to write complex queries and optimize database performance.
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Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud platform and related analytics tools.
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Proven ability to work with very large datasets (multi-million row files) and combine data from multiple sources.
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Experience integrating EHR data with claims datasets for comprehensive population health analysis.
Core Competencies
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Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
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Strong business acumen with the ability to translate technical findings into strategic recommendations.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
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Proven team player with a collaborative approach to cross-functional projects.
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Demonstrated capability to understand and respond to evolving business needs.
Location
Fully Remote (with up to 10% travel). This position requires the ability to work with sensitive healthcare information and maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and other applicable regulations.
Benefits
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Medical, Dental, Vision and supplementary benefits such as Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
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Paid Time Off.
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Paid Office Holidays.
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Paid Sick Time.
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401(k) with up to 3% company match.
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Referral Program.
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Payactiv: pay-on-demand. Cash out earned money when and where you need it!