Douglas J. Talotta
About Douglas J. Talotta
Douglas J. Talotta serves as the Vice President of Health Analytics at Avalon Healthcare Solutions, where he specializes in healthcare analytics and has over a decade of experience managing large-scale programs. He possesses expertise in contract management, financial management, and program/project management, along with strong skills in stakeholder engagement and communication.
Work at Avalon Healthcare Solutions
Douglas J. Talotta has served as the Vice President of Health Analytics at Avalon Healthcare Solutions since 2015. In this role, he focuses on healthcare analytics, emphasizing payor/provider integration, claims processing, underwriting, and bid pricing. His position involves overseeing analytics initiatives that support the company's strategic objectives in the healthcare sector. Talotta's leadership in this capacity contributes to the organization's ability to navigate complex healthcare challenges and optimize operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Douglas J. Talotta earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in contract creation, management, negotiation, financial management, and deal economics. This academic experience complements his extensive knowledge in healthcare analytics, enabling him to effectively address the intricacies of the healthcare industry.
Background
Douglas J. Talotta has over a decade of experience in program and project management, specifically in managing large-scale programs with budgets ranging from $75 to $400 million. His background includes a strong focus on deliverable and milestone management, scope management, and issue/risk management. Talotta's comprehensive experience equips him with the skills necessary to lead complex projects and ensure successful outcomes in various business environments.
Achievements
Douglas J. Talotta is recognized for his exceptional speaking and presentation skills, which are vital in managing multi-focused business priorities and stakeholder relationships. His ability to communicate effectively enhances collaboration and drives project success. Talotta's proficiency in systems development, including planning, requirements gathering, deployment, and support for both custom and packaged delivery, further underscores his capability in the healthcare analytics field.