Nima Khaki
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Results-driven Data Scientist with 5+ years of experience in predictive modeling, machine learning, and advanced analytics. Passionate about leveraging AI and data science to deliver actionable insights, reduce costs, and improve healthcare outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Scientist
AmeriHealth Caritas
01.2023 - Current
- Cost & Risk Prediction: Developed the Cost Exceed Revenue Prediction Model (part of PICS Enhancements) to support financial strategy and containment
- Preventable Event Modeling: Built the Preventable Event Prediction Model to proactively identify at-risk members, reducing avoidable admissions
- Risk Stratification Projects: Led multiple initiatives (ACOH Population Stream Transition, ACDE Risk Stratification) and improved daily refresh logic to bolster care coordination
- AI & Data Training: Completed targeted training in advanced AI (LLMs, NLP, Generative AI) and collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate robust data sources
Senior Data Analyst
PMHCC
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Created classification models (XGBoost, SVM) that outperformed standard recidivism solutions (e.g., COMPAS)
- Implemented NLP-based text parsers and entity extraction (Regex + Fuzzy Matching), boosting accuracy and efficiency by 30%+
- Led exploratory data analyses, dashboards, and data warehouse improvements for program evaluation requests
Education
M.Sc. - Data Analytics
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ01.2020
Data Science Fellow -
The Data Incubator
DC01.2020
Skills
- Python
- R
- SQL
- Spark
- Databricks
- Tableau
- Machine Learning
- NLP
- Microsoft Azure
- Agile
- CI/CD
- PEP-8
- Version Control
Websites
Timeline
Data Scientist
AmeriHealth Caritas
01.2023 - Current
Senior Data Analyst
PMHCC
12.2020 - 12.2022
M.Sc. - Data Analytics
Rowan University
Data Science Fellow -
The Data Incubator