Andrew Spicer
About Andrew Spicer
Andrew Spicer is a Research Associate at Mathematica, specializing in Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP since 2022. He holds a Master of Public Policy and has a strong focus on health policy and addressing health disparities.
Work at Mathematica
Andrew Spicer has been employed at Mathematica as a Research Associate in the Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP division since 2022. His role involves conducting research and analysis related to these critical healthcare programs. Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, he contributes to projects aimed at improving health policy outcomes and understanding the implications of various healthcare reforms.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Spicer holds a Master of Public Policy (MPP) from Michigan State University, where he studied from 2021 to 2023. He graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy from the same institution, completing his undergraduate studies from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, he earned a Graduate Certificate in Program Evaluation during his master's program. His academic background is complemented by minors in quantitative data analytics and human behavior and social services.
Background
Andrew Spicer has a diverse professional background, having worked in various capacities related to public policy and healthcare. He served as a Congressional Intern at the U.S. House of Representatives for three months in 2021-2022. He also held a position as a Policy Fellow at AFL-CIO for three months in 2022. Prior to these roles, he was the Director of Legal Services for the Associated Students of Michigan State University from 2019 to 2021 and completed an internship focused on Civil Rights and Title IX at Michigan State University in 2021.
Achievements
Andrew Spicer has developed a strong policy interest in health policy, particularly in areas such as the Affordable Care Act, Medicare and Medicaid, health finance reform, clinical quality measures, and social determinants of health. He is actively engaged in efforts to address and dismantle health disparities and inequities within the healthcare system. His extensive experience in healthcare settings since the age of 16 has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of various aspects of healthcare operations, advocacy, and administration.