Bert Rico
Biography
A results-driven data analytics and engineering leader with over 15 years of healthcare data experience, specializing in Power BI, data architecture, and team leadership to drive impactful, data-driven decisions.
Skills
- Data Analytics
- Data Engineering
- Cloud Data Architecture
- Data Science
- Business Intelligence
- SQL
- Python
- PowerBI
- Snowflake
- Leadership
- Change Management
- HEDIS
- NCQA
- P4Q
- CMS Stars
- VBC Analytics
- Health Plan Analytics
Avg. Audit Issue Log Reduction
70%+
Years of Experience
15+
Avg. Efficiency Improvements
40%+
What I Do
01/
Data Analytics
I transform complex healthcare data into actionable insights using advanced analytics and Power BI, driving strategic decisions and improving outcomes.
02/
Data Engineering
I design and implement robust data pipelines and architectures that enhance data integrity and efficiency, reducing reporting times by up to 40%.
03/
Data Architecture
I architect scalable data solutions in cloud environments like Azure, enabling seamless data migration and warehousing to support organizational growth and agility.
Certifications
Public Projects
Welcome to my Public Project Portfolio, where I showcase select projects that highlight my expertise in data analytics, data engineering, and cloud architecture. These works demonstrate how I transform complex data into actionable insights, build robust data pipelines, and design scalable cloud solutions using tools like Power BI, SQL, and Azure. Explore these projects to see how I drive innovation and efficiency through data-driven strategies.
Experience
involvement
2024
Feb 2021 to Present
Director, Clinical Analytics
Baylor Scott [&] White Health PlanLead an amazing team to develop and deploy Power BI dashboards and robust cloud data architectures, reducing reporting turnaround times by 30% and report generation time by 40%, enhancing data-driven decision-making across the organization.
2021
Aug 2016 to Fed 2021
Data Subject Matter Expert
Optum Insight (UnitedHealth Group)Transitioned multiple client projects to a new analytic engine, automated data ingestion processes to increase efficiency by 35%, and served as the primary consultant on data analytics and integrity, enhancing client engagement, report accuracy, and clean HEDIS audits.
2016
Nov 2014 to Aug 2016
Regional Supervisor of Clinic Operations
OptumCare (UnitedHealth Group)Managed operations and staff training across multiple medical centers, directed system migrations integrating Power BI for enhanced reporting, and implemented data-driven initiatives that improved CMS Star Ratings.
2014
2007 to Nov 2014
Additional Experience
Preferred Care Partners Medical Group [&] United HealthcareFocused on data analysis, reporting, provider education and operations management, contributing to improved data processes and operational efficiency within the healthcare sector.