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Healthcare Data Analyst roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in health informatics, statistics, biomedical engineering, or a related field. Employers in health systems, payers, and pharma regularly file LCAs for these roles, and the position's SOC code directly shapes your prevailing wage level.
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Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Senior Value-Based Healthcare Data Analyst is responsible for providing leadership and advanced analytical expertise to support healthcare quality, regulatory, and operational reporting initiatives, including HEDIS, EDPS, and encounter submissions. This position ensures accuracy, integrity, traceability, and compliance of complex, multi-source healthcare data in accordance with NCQA, CMS, and state regulatory requirements. The role functions as a hands-on technical leader, supervising analytic activities and coordinating efforts across Quality, Clinical, Informatics, IT, and Business Intelligence teams. Through collaboration and data-driven insights, the position supports organizational objectives related to quality performance, affordability, and improved member outcomes.
If you are located in Texas, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Health Informatics, Healthcare Administration, Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or a related discipline
- 3+ years of experience in healthcare data analytics, informatics, decision support, or managed care, including project leadership or analyst mentoring
- Experience supporting NCQA HEDIS Compliance Audits, quality measurement, and value-based care programs
- Experience supporting Medicare Advantage (Part C) and/or Health Insurance Marketplace products
- Experience extracting, reconciling, and validating data from EPIC Clarity and/or Caboodle
- Solid experience with data validation, ETL processes, and healthcare reporting tools (eg, Tableau, Power BI, Crystal Reports)
- Knowledge of Medicare Advantage, including Stars, HEDIS, and regulatory reporting programs
- Advanced expertise in healthcare data analytics, quality measurement, and regulatory compliance
- Understanding of HEDIS Technical Specifications, NCQA requirements, and related compliance standards
- Proficiency working with claims and clinical data, including ICD 10 CM and CPT/HCPCS coding standards and healthcare data models
- Advanced proficiency in SQL and Microsoft Excel, with working knowledge of Word and PowerPoint
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex healthcare data into clear, executive level insights that support quality and performance strategy
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Proven verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and analytical rigor
- Proven independently monitors data pipelines, submissions, and measure results for anomalies, gaps, or logic errors
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree in health informatics, Data Science, Analytics, Biostatistics, Healthcare Administration, or related field
- Relevant certifications such as CPHQ, RHIA/RHIT, Epic (Clarity/Caboodle/reporting), CAP, or SAS/SQL/data analytics
- 3+ years of experience with EDI encounter data (837), acknowledgments (277CA/999), and CMS risk adjustment files (MAO 002/004, RAPS)
- Experience reviewing work and providing actionable feedback
- Solid expertise in healthcare analytics, quality metrics, and value-based care models
- Advanced knowledge of Epic Clarity architecture, refresh cycles, and EDW integration for BI/reporting
- Proficiency in Python, R, SAS, or similar programming/statistical tools
- Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
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Proven problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and proactive solution development
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All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Senior Value-Based Healthcare Data Analyst is responsible for providing leadership and advanced analytical expertise to support healthcare quality, regulatory, and operational reporting initiatives, including HEDIS, EDPS, and encounter submissions. This position ensures accuracy, integrity, traceability, and compliance of complex, multi-source healthcare data in accordance with NCQA, CMS, and state regulatory requirements. The role functions as a hands-on technical leader, supervising analytic activities and coordinating efforts across Quality, Clinical, Informatics, IT, and Business Intelligence teams. Through collaboration and data-driven insights, the position supports organizational objectives related to quality performance, affordability, and improved member outcomes.
If you are located in Texas, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Health Informatics, Healthcare Administration, Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or a related discipline
- 3+ years of experience in healthcare data analytics, informatics, decision support, or managed care, including project leadership or analyst mentoring
- Experience supporting NCQA HEDIS Compliance Audits, quality measurement, and value-based care programs
- Experience supporting Medicare Advantage (Part C) and/or Health Insurance Marketplace products
- Experience extracting, reconciling, and validating data from EPIC Clarity and/or Caboodle
- Solid experience with data validation, ETL processes, and healthcare reporting tools (eg, Tableau, Power BI, Crystal Reports)
- Knowledge of Medicare Advantage, including Stars, HEDIS, and regulatory reporting programs
- Advanced expertise in healthcare data analytics, quality measurement, and regulatory compliance
- Understanding of HEDIS Technical Specifications, NCQA requirements, and related compliance standards
- Proficiency working with claims and clinical data, including ICD 10 CM and CPT/HCPCS coding standards and healthcare data models
- Advanced proficiency in SQL and Microsoft Excel, with working knowledge of Word and PowerPoint
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex healthcare data into clear, executive level insights that support quality and performance strategy
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Proven verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and analytical rigor
- Proven independently monitors data pipelines, submissions, and measure results for anomalies, gaps, or logic errors
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree in health informatics, Data Science, Analytics, Biostatistics, Healthcare Administration, or related field
- Relevant certifications such as CPHQ, RHIA/RHIT, Epic (Clarity/Caboodle/reporting), CAP, or SAS/SQL/data analytics
- 3+ years of experience with EDI encounter data (837), acknowledgments (277CA/999), and CMS risk adjustment files (MAO 002/004, RAPS)
- Experience reviewing work and providing actionable feedback
- Solid expertise in healthcare analytics, quality metrics, and value-based care models
- Advanced knowledge of Epic Clarity architecture, refresh cycles, and EDW integration for BI/reporting
- Proficiency in Python, R, SAS, or similar programming/statistical tools
- Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
-
Proven problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and proactive solution development
-
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Healthcare Data Analyst
Align your degree to the SOC code
Your H-1B petition lives or dies on the specialty occupation argument. Pull the O*NET profile for your target SOC code and confirm your degree field matches the listed education requirements before you apply anywhere.
Filter employers by LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to search Healthcare Data Analyst roles filtered by verified DOL LCA filing history, so every employer you contact has already demonstrated willingness to sponsor H-1B workers in this specific occupation.
Target health systems over staffing firms
Health systems, payers, and pharma manufacturers file H-1B petitions as direct employers. Staffing and consulting firms add a third-party placement layer that USCIS scrutinizes more heavily for specialty occupation evidence.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating salary
Run your target job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the applicable level, so knowing Level I through Level IV thresholds strengthens your negotiating position.
Request premium processing at petition filing
Healthcare analytics hiring cycles move fast. Ask your employer to file with USCIS premium processing so adjudication comes back within 15 business days, keeping your start date on track and reducing the risk of offer withdrawal during a long wait.
Document analytics tools and methods in your offer letter
USCIS RFEs for data analyst roles often challenge specialty occupation by arguing the work is generalist. An offer letter that names specific tools, clinical data systems, or statistical methodologies you'll use builds a stronger specialty occupation record from day one.
H-1B Visa Healthcare Data Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Healthcare Data Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as health informatics, biostatistics, or computer science. Roles where any bachelor's degree is accepted regardless of field are vulnerable to USCIS specialty occupation challenges, so your offer letter and job description should specify the required degree discipline.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most frequently for Healthcare Data Analyst positions?
Health systems, hospital networks, managed care organizations, pharmaceutical companies, and health technology vendors are the most active H-1B filers for this role. Government contractors working on public health data programs also sponsor regularly. You can browse employers with verified LCA filing history for this occupation on Migrate Mate.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Healthcare Data Analyst H-1B petitions?
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the applicable wage level in the work location. Wage levels run from Level I for entry-level analysts to Level IV for senior roles with specialized expertise. The specific SOC code your employer assigns to the position determines which wage series applies, so confirm the SOC code matches your actual duties before the LCA is filed.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new healthcare employer if I change jobs?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer must file a new I-129 and LCA for the Healthcare Data Analyst role before your first day.
What documentation should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my H-1B?
Pull together your degree transcripts, any credential evaluations if your degree is from outside the U.S., your current I-94 record, and prior visa approval notices. For healthcare analytics roles, a portfolio showing clinical or claims data projects, familiarity with health data standards like HL7 or ICD-10, and proficiency in tools like SQL or Python reinforces the specialty occupation argument your employer's immigration attorney will need to build.