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Buffalo, New York

Buffalo, New York

Processing incoming prior authorization requests for medical and pharmacy products, performing outreach calls to providers and patients, sending and receiving correspondence from patients and providers, performing research for pharmacists regarding patient records and histories, input and verification of patient and provider demographics.

Buffalo, Ny

Duties include: Filling prescription orders, preparing IV solutions in sterile environment, screening calls for Pharmacist on duty, restocking Pyxis medication dispensers, inventory duties. Regular communication with providers, nurses, and on occasion patients or patient representatives.This position requires careful attention to detail, a positive attitude, willingness to work both independently and within a team, and a solid understanding of drug knowledge and preparation. The environment is fast paced and requires a consistent, strong work ethic.

Duties PerformedCommunicated directly with providers offices via telephone, fax and email. Verified patient demographic and billing information. Communicated with all customers and staff in a pleasant and professional manner. Conducted drug utilization reviews, drug interventions and therapy management. Assisted help desk representatives with claims analysis and billing issues. Aided pharmacists and pharmacy administration team members in data entry and analysis for audit purposes. Processed prior authorization requests using clinical judgment and best evidence-based medical practices.Experiences GainedGained extensive knowledge of drug classes and the individual drugs therein. Completed various additional record-keeping tasks and audits under the supervision of the Clinical Pharmacy Team. Learned to interpret drug utilization management policies and apply them to prior authorization requests. Acquired insight into how formularies are built, updated, and maintained. Learned the various intricacies of processing claims for Medicare and Medicaid members, including notification standards, appeals, and timeframes.

Duties PerformedEntered new patient profiles and prescriptions into medication input software system. Communicated directly with providers via telephone, fax, and email. Provided friendly customer service at prescription drop-off and pick-up. Proficiently processed and dispensed written, oral, and electronic prescriptions. Aided customers in dealing with billing and coverage issues related to their personal insurance, No Fault/Workman's Compensation, EPIC, and COB “coupon” cards. Performed regular duties as cashier, including but not limited to general money handling, processing returns/exchanges, and counting down drawers.Experiences gainedDeveloped a courteous counter-side manner when dealing with both providers and customers. Learned to screen calls coming into the pharmacy and route them to the appropriate staff as necessary. Acquired extensive knowledge of insurance billing practices, including dealing with third party payers and coordination of benefits. Learned to work in a fast-paced pharmacy that processed up to 500 prescriptions on high volume days with 100% accuracy.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Anthropology

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