Darshan Patel is a seasoned data management and analytics professional based in Nashville, Tennessee. With comprehensive expertise spanning data governance, analytics, and product ownership across multiple domains, Darshan excels in implementing end-to-end IT solutions while adhering to Agile-SCRUM, SAFe Agile, and Waterfall methodologies.
Currently serving as a Sr Enterprise Data Advisor at Health Care Service Corporation and previously as a Data Management Strategy and Governance Advisor at Cigna Healthcare, Darshan has consistently led enterprise-level IT solutions for encounters reporting to support multi-year growth initiatives in the healthcare insurance market. His work spans multiple states, ensuring compliance with various state Medicaid agencies and CMS requirements.
Darshan's professional journey includes significant roles at Cigna Healthcare, Cognizant Technology Solutions, Mitaja Corporation, and Savvytech Solution, where he demonstrated exceptional skills in data analysis, modeling, and ETL management. His healthcare domain expertise encompasses HIPAA, EDI X12, HL7, and FHIR regulations, with a proven track record of implementing compliant data workflows and integrations.
A technical powerhouse, Darshan's skill set includes proficiency in programming languages like Python, Java, and SQL; databases including Oracle and MS SQL Server; and visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI. He has applied machine learning algorithms for predictive analytics and leveraged AI-driven analytics to enable data-driven decision-making.
Darshan holds a Master's in Computer Science from Fairleigh Dickinson University and is currently pursuing a Master's in Data Science at Bellevue University. His professional credentials include certifications as a SAFe Agile Product Owner/Product Manager, SAFe DevOps Practitioner, Certified Healthcare Professional, and Certified ScrumMaster.
Known for his exceptional leadership, communication, and analytical abilities, Darshan excels in cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and independent problem-solving to achieve organizational goals, making him a valuable asset in the evolving landscape of data management and healthcare technology.