Brian Flower
About Brian Flower
Brian Flower serves as the Vice President of Client Solutions at Vatica Health, bringing extensive experience in healthcare technology and business intelligence. His background includes significant roles at Optum and Nuesoft Technologies, along with a solid educational foundation in Psychology and Health Administration.
Work at Vatica Health
Brian Flower serves as the Vice President of Client Solutions at Vatica Health, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he leverages his extensive knowledge of healthcare technology and business intelligence to develop modern healthcare solutions. His responsibilities include overseeing client relationships and ensuring that the company's offerings align with client needs in the evolving healthcare landscape.
Education and Expertise
Brian Flower obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Maryland College Park, studying from 1996 to 1998. He furthered his education by earning a Master of Business Administration in Health Administration from the University of Colorado at Denver, completing his studies from 2005 to 2007. His educational background supports his expertise in healthcare technology, business intelligence, and risk adjustment.
Background in Healthcare
Brian Flower has a solid background in Medicare Advantage and the Health and Human Services Affordable Care Act (HHS ACA), which highlights his understanding of government healthcare programs. His experience includes various roles at Optum, UnitedHealth Group, where he worked in business analysis, market consultation, program strategy, and risk and quality solutions.
Professional Experience
Prior to his current role, Brian Flower held multiple positions at Optum, UnitedHealth Group, including Senior Director Consulting and Vice President of Business Operations for Risk & Quality Solutions. His career also includes experience at Nuesoft Technologies, where he worked as a Product Specialist in Internet Technologies and as a Training & Documentation Coordinator. His diverse roles have equipped him with skills in managed Medicaid and healthcare finance.
Publications and Contributions
Brian Flower has contributed to the healthcare field by authoring articles on the financial impact of the RADV final rule and developing strategies to mitigate its effects. His insights reflect his deep understanding of risk adjustment and RADV, which are critical components in healthcare finance and compliance.