Clinical Pharmacist, Coverage Determination

Job Description

Job Description

Clinical Pharmacist, Coverage Determination

Location: Birmingham, AL

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

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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.

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