Clinical Pharmacist, Coverage Determination

Clinical Pharmacist, Coverage Determination

VIVA HEALTH - 3.3

Birmingham, AL Job Details 6 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Research Licensed Pharmacist (State-Specific) Licensed Pharmacist Desktop applications Computer skills Productivity software

Full Job Description Clinical Pharmacist, Coverage Determination Location:

Birmingham, AL Job Description The Coverage Determination Pharmacist will provide leadership at the health plan regarding clinical pharmacy decisions and programs. This position will serve as a clinical reviewer for the Plan's Commercial (employer groups) and Medicare Part D Coverage Determinations. Why

VIVA HEALTH?

VIVA HEALTH, part of the renowned University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Health System, is a health maintenance organization providing quality, accessible health care. Our employees are a part of the communities they serve and proudly partner with members on their healthcare journeys.

VIVA HEALTH

has been recognized by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as a high-performing health plan and has been repeatedly ranked as one of the nation's Best Places to Work by Modern Healthcare. Benefits Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage 401(k) Savings Plan with company match and immediate vesting Paid Time Off (PTO) 9 Paid Holidays annually plus a Floating Holiday to use as you choose Tuition Assistance Flexible Spending Accounts Healthcare Reimbursement Account Paid Parental Leave Community Service Time Off Life Insurance and Disability Coverage Employee Wellness Program Training and Development Programs to develop new skills and reach career goals Employee Assistance Program See more about the benefits of working at Viva Health - https://www.vivahealth.com/careers/benefits (https://www.vivahealth.com/careers/benefits) Key Responsibilities Perform Coverage Determination reviews (prior authorizations, formulary exceptions, etc.) for both Medicare and Commercial lines of business. Reviews will be completed in accordance with applicable policies and procedures, regulations, and guidelines. Research individual cases and render decisions with Pharmacy department leaders or Medical Director input as needed. Assist in maintaining criteria for pharmacy related coverage determinations, exception requests, complaints, and appeals, and ensure criteria and decisions are properly communicated and applied. Assist department management in the development and maintenance of coverage determination decision trees. Assist in ensuring processes are carried out in accordance with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other regulatory requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

: Registered Pharmacist (Rph) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) Licensed Pharmacist in good standing with the State of Alabama Excellent oral and written communication skills Good computer skills including Microsoft suite of products

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

5 years' experience in Medicare Advantage Coverage Determinations, health plan, or pharmacy benefits management Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.