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 a plus but is not 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 400+ 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

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or higher Minimum of 2 years of experience analyzing large data sets. Experience using a computer programming language (e.g., SAS, SQL, R, or Python) 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 Advanced Excel skills is a plus and 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 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.

To be considered for this position, please upload a resume and cover letter.

No recruiters, please.

Location

This position is remote, although being located in Seattle or Chicago is a plus.

The expected application deadline for this job is April 21, 2025.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $131,000, depending on a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, qualifications, skills, certifications, location, etc. If overall experience is less than 5 years, the range would be $55,000 - $109,000; for experience of greater than 5 years, the range would be $67,000 - $131,000.

Milliman 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. 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 12 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, diversity and inclusion, social impact 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.

Equal Opportunity

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

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