Policy Analyst

Analytica is seeking a Medicare Payment System Policy Analyst to provide rulemaking and policy support for the Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities Prospective Payment System (IPF PPS) and Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs (PHP-IOP) under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS). This role will support CMS rulemaking activities by conducting policy research and analysis drafting regulatory materials and developing high-quality deliverables that inform Medicare payment policy.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Medicare regulations federal healthcare policy and regulatory writing. This individual will work closely with CMS staff and internal stakeholders to support the development and implementation of proposed and final rules.

Analytica has been recognized byInc. Magazineas one of the fastest-growing 250 businesses in the US for 3 years. We work with U.S. government clients in health civilian and national security missions to build better technology products thatimpactour day-to-day lives. The company offers competitive compensation with opportunities for bonuses employer-paid health care training and development funds and 401kmatch.

• 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 that support overlapping rulemaking cycles and deliverables.
• Track milestones deadlines and action items to ensure successful project execution.
• 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.

• Bachelors 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 the ability to evaluate 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.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word Excel PowerPoint and Planner.

• Masters degree in Public Health (MPH) Healthcare Administration (MHA) Public Policy (MPP) Social Work Business Administration (MBA) or a related discipline.
• Previous experience supporting CMS rulemaking activities.
• Familiarity with Medicare payment systems particularly IPF PPS and OPPS.
• Experience developing policy briefs regulatory guidance and executive-level presentations.
• Knowledge of federal healthcare reimbursement methodologies and payment policy development.

AboutAnalytica: Analytica is a leading consulting and information technology solutions provider to public sector organizations supporting health civilian and national security missions. The company is an award-winning SBA certified small businessthat hasbeen recognized by Inc. Magazine each of the past three years as one of the 250 fastest-growingcompanies in the U.S. Analytica specializes in providing software and systems engineering information management analytics & visualization agile project management and management consulting services. The companyis appraised by the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) at CMMI Maturity Level 3 and is an ISO 9001:2008 certified provider.

Analytica LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. As a federal contractor we comply with the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. We ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit qualifications and business needs. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. Analytica LLC also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

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