Appeals Pharmacist (temp-to-hire)

Position Summary

Responsible for reviewing clinical coverage determination and appeals for different lines of business such as Commercial and Medicare. Knowledgeable in all aspects of coverage determination and appeals process and assist in meeting client expectations regarding efficiency and quality decision making.

Position Responsibilities

• Evaluate and review all appeals requests to render coverage determinations based on clinical criteria and medical necessity. Performs and handles inbound and outbound phone calls with physicians, healthcare providers and/or patients to facilitate appeal requests, answer inquiries, and resolve escalations.
• Collaborate with internal and external Medical Directors by providing appropriate clinical/medical data needed to perform clinical reviews per the health plan criteria.
• Interpret clinical guideline criteria and appropriately utilize clinical knowledge.