What does a Healthcare Data Analyst Do

WHAT DOES A HEALTHCARE DATA ANALYST DO?// Like most other analytics roles, there’s no one single answer to “what does a healthcare data analyst do?” While there are a lot of similarities across roles, healthcare analysts can work in multiple different areas.

Healthcare data analysts work for a variety of different employers. Hospitals and medical practices may seem to be the obvious option, but insurance companies and the government at federal and state levels also hire healthcare analysts.

Because there isn’t just one “healthcare data analyst” role, the day to day work can look a little different for different roles.

Let’s look at 4 broad categories within healthcare analytics.

0:00 Intro
0:47 Types of Employers
1:48 Healthcare Providers
2:46 Health & Medical Suppliers
4:48 Insurance Industry
6:14 Policy & Regulatory Organizations
7:08 Messy Job Titles
7:35 Do you need a medical or healthcare background?

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[TheCareerForce]

Are you considering a change to a healthcare analytics role?

[meazagezahegn]

I have been register Respiratory therapist 12 years I wanted to transition from healthcare to healthcare data analyst. Great video. Thank you.

[andrewign]

What a fantastic series of presentations. All topics are exactly what I am concerned with every day as a business / data analyst in healthcare.

[desvendandoornasaude]

I am from Brazil, I love this matter. I love to work with data a health!!! I would love have a job in this field!

[sarfo_]

what are some of the tools that health care analyst use?

[TizBaz]

Would you be able to clarify the differences between the specific term "clinical data scientist" and the two adjacent roles you've recently covered?

[carlhammill]

Hi Jenn, I have degrees in Business & Nursing and want to shift into healthcare analyst role. I see in alot of job post they are seeking SQL experience. While SQL cert doesn't count as experience at least it shown intent & interest on my resume. Which SQL cert would you recommend for healthcare analyst role? Ty

[benhongoie]

I'm considering getting into healthcare data analytics and this was very informative. Thank you!

[samwisegamjee]

Hi ! If you could suggest between healthcare data analyst and MHA which one has better scope, growth and is in more demand now days !? TIA.

[raziko]

any good healthcare data analyst courses ?

[priyankayadavvv]

Hey, I NEED HELP, I'm looking forward to get into Healthcare tech field but I'm super confused as I don't have any tech skill, may you suggest which skills are essential and are necessary for being in this role or relevant roles?

[sheliamccray]

How do I get into analytics?? I have a background in healthcare care (billing)any advice or classes you’d recommend?

[lavinao]

Hello, i am a college student and I really enjoy your content. For someone looking analyst internships, could be remote as well, are there any websites or companies that you would recommend they look into? Thank you!

[jenno]

How does this differ from an epidemiologist?

[aemeegreen]

I have an associate's in HIM and a RHIT credential from AHIMA. I'm looking into Healthcare Data Analytics as a possible career. My goal is to get a bachelor but don't know if it would be more beneficial to continue with a Bachelors in HIM or a Bachelors in IT/Computer Science.

[amritkumar]

Really superb. I like the way you explain and your accent . Thanks for sharing valuable information.

[olorioluwagbengai.]

I love the whole content and delivery. Pls do some around sports especially soccer.

[Bubbie]

I am a pharmacy technician and want remote part-time in healthcare data analyst

[kostasvalanidis]

Hello. Iam an advance nurse practitioner. Is it good combination if I switch to health data analytics?

[jacquecastle]

Here's a question! Why insurance companies r double charging? They are saying they will give a person a free well ck and go thru health care and charge for some services then turn around send u to doctors to re do? How much r we paying it's not free