Dustin Wicker

About Dustin Wicker

Experienced team leader and data scientist with creative problem-solving mindset and strong interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of implementing machine learning models and advanced data mining techniques to turn technically complex challenges into viable solutions. Detail-oriented, innovative critical thinker dedicated to making a difference through data-driven results. Key accomplishments and abilities include the following- Building custom production-level analytics deliverables in workflow process- Communicating complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences- Working collaboratively with diverse sets of professionals to achieve optimal results

Experience

1. Data Scientist & Team Lead

   Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

   Mar 2023 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   Leading a team of diverse data professionals in analyzing how initiating and non-initiating parties select independent dispute resolution entities (IDREs) during the dispute process. Responsible for providing CMS with deep insights into the selection process, helping to identify and address inefficiencies, and increasing overall understanding of decision-making patterns- Implementing Python-based machine learning algorithms to predict dispute closure durations using a dataset of over 1.6M disputes and 4.3M line items, and conducting comprehensive analysis to dissect the mechanics driving both prolonged and accelerated closures which improves strategic decision-making- Developing a script that automates the entire process of creating the Federal Independent Dispute Resolution Public Use File (IDR PUF) and Supplemental Tables using SOQL and Python, ensuring data integrity and providing critical transparency in the implementation of the Federal IDR portal- Leveraging SOQL and Python to conduct complex statistical analyses and create compelling data visualizations that respond to ad hoc requests from various CMS teams, providing valuable analytical insights, optimizing data ingestion processes, and informing process improvements- Developing interactive Tableau dashboards to empower stakeholders in making data-driven decisions on complex topics by highlighting key trends in a user-friendly format, ensuring critical insights are accessible and actionable.

Education

• Institute for Advanced Analytics at North Carolina State University

  Master of Science (M.S.), Analytics

  2016 — 2017

• North Carolina State University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering

  2008 — 2013

Skills

• Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Microsoft Excel
• Data Cleaning
• Survival Analysis
• Machine Learning
• Autocad Civil 3d
• Data Mining
• Solidworks
• Microsoft Office
• Python
• Sap
• Tableau
• Maple
• Time Series Analysis
• Communication
• Nuclear
• Superior Computer Skills
• Adlpipe
• Sql
• Professional Attitude
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Sas Programming
• Team Management
• R
• Experience Working with Diverse Populations
• Data Visualization
• Data Analysis
• Hardworking