Aaron Smith McLallen

Aaron Smith McLallen
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Overview

Dr. Aaron Smith-McLallen is an accomplished healthcare analytics leader with over 15 years of experience driving innovation at the intersection of data, technology, and health policy. With a strong track record of building and leading high-performing interdisciplinary teams, Dr. Smith-McLallen has successfully translated complex healthcare data into transformative insights that inform business strategy and improve healthcare delivery, access, and outcomes.

An expert in analytic strategy and a skilled communicator, Dr. Smith-McLallen excels at bridging the gap between technical analysis and executive decision-making. His work spans collaborations with payers, vendors, government, and academic partners, and is are at the forefront of implementing enterprise-wide Generative AI solutions in healthcare.

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Teaching

Current Courses (Fall 2025)

  • HCMG3490 - Modern Health Plan

    Health insurance companies serve as crucial intermediaries in the healthcare ecosystem, managing financial risk, facilitating care delivery, and coordinating services among various stakeholders. Their effectiveness in these roles fundamentally shapes healthcare access, quality, and affordability for millions of Americans. This course provides a comprehensive examination of health insurance operations through the lens of data and analytics. Students will explore how modern health plans leverage data across all aspects of their business - from clinical services and operations to provider partnerships and regulatory compliance. The course emphasizes the increasingly central role of data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence in driving strategic decisions, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing member outcomes.

    HCMG3490001 ( Syllabus )

All Courses

  • HCMG3490 - Modern Health Plan

    Health insurance companies serve as crucial intermediaries in the healthcare ecosystem, managing financial risk, facilitating care delivery, and coordinating services among various stakeholders. Their effectiveness in these roles fundamentally shapes healthcare access, quality, and affordability for millions of Americans. This course provides a comprehensive examination of health insurance operations through the lens of data and analytics. Students will explore how modern health plans leverage data across all aspects of their business - from clinical services and operations to provider partnerships and regulatory compliance. The course emphasizes the increasingly central role of data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence in driving strategic decisions, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing member outcomes.

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