PolicyAnalyst,StateGovernmentPrograms

**This is where** your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. **Your role at Baxter** As the State Government Programs Policy Analyst for Bardy Diagnostics, you will serve as a key subject matter expert on state Medicaid and other government payer programs. You will analyze and interpret complex state policies—spanning Medicaid Fee‑for‑Service, Medicaid Managed Care Organizations, the Children’s Health Insurance Program, waiver programs, and other state‑administered payers—and translate them into clear, actionable guidance for internal teams. In this role, you will work cross‑functionally with revenue cycle, market access, contracting, credentialing, enrollment, and leadership teams to ensure operational alignment with evolving state and federal regulations. Your work directly supports compliant reimbursement, accurate billing, and strategic decision‑making across the organization. This is a highly analytical and collaborative role suited for someone who excels at policy interpretation, communication, and project management in a dynamic regulatory environment. **This is a hybrid position based out of Houston, TX.** **What you’ll be doing** * Research, analyze, and interpret state Medicaid and government program policies, including Medicaid Fee‑for‑Service, Medicai