Network Contracting
Preferred Medical Plan, Inc.
Miami, Fl
Florida Health License: 240- Negotiated contracts with provider offices, diagnostic facilities, urgent care centers, etc. for all lines of business (Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial) and follow-up credentialing on behalf of the HMO.- Integral team member for the initiation and production of Medicare and Medicaid Risk Contracts for trusted providers with large patient volumes.- Assisted in network development for Managed Medical Assistance under program-specific and state-regulated requirements. - Worked closely with administration and various department directors (pharmacy, medical affairs, authorizations, member services, etc) to identify new, low-utilizing providers for contracting based on network needs for HMO members while agreeing to appropriate rates for all specialties.- Drafted and executed Letters of Agreement for non-contracted providers.- Produced marketing materials, drafted and edited company newsletters.- Coordinated educational events for network providers and hosted presentations on behalf of the Provider Relations department. - Participated in editorial meetings for implementation of marketing and public relations strategies, including social media outreach.