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Melinda Becker Roach
Principal Analyst at MACPAC - Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission
Melinda Becker Roach is a Principal Analyst at the Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission (MACPAC), where she has developed a strong reputation in health policy and management. She holds a Master of Science in Health Policy and Management from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and a Bachelor of Arts in History, French, and Photography from Duke University.
Her professional journey includes significant roles such as:
- Senior Analyst at MACPAC, where she has contributed to various health policy initiatives.
- Program Director at the National Governors Association.
- Senior Policy Analyst within the Health Division of the National Governors Association.
- Legislative Director in the Office of Federal Relations at the National Governors Association.
Additionally, Melinda has experience in strategic initiatives at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and worked on the Let's Move! initiative during her time at the Executive Office of the President. Her legislative background includes positions as a Legislative Assistant and Staff Assistant at the U.S. House of Representatives.
Her diverse expertise makes her a valuable asset in health policy discussions and analyses, particularly regarding Medicaid and CHIP programs.