Darrell Watkins, Pharmd., Cph Email & Phone Number

Jacksonville, Fl, United States

Specialty Consultant PharmacistVerified specialty prescriptions, evaluated patient histories and performed drug utilization reviews. Interpreted physician orders on specialty drugs, created, accessed, input, and retrieved prescription information and verified if order was reimbursable.· Consulted with customers, patients and physicians regarding use of medications and potential drug interactions.· Analyzed and investigated concerns, provided explanations and… Show more Specialty Consultant PharmacistVerified specialty prescriptions, evaluated patient histories and performed drug utilization reviews. Interpreted physician orders on specialty drugs, created, accessed, input, and retrieved prescription information and verified if order was reimbursable.· Consulted with customers, patients and physicians regarding use of medications and potential drug interactions.· Analyzed and investigated concerns, provided explanations and interpretations in specialty areas.· Provided health education and coached consumers on treatment alternatives to assist them in best decision making.· Identified problems or gaps in care offering opportunity for intervention.· Took inbound calls and placed outbound calls as dictated by consumer and business needs. Clinical Pharmacist (Prior Authorizations Department) Reviewed prior authorization requests and made determinations for drug products according to member benefits and coverage criteria.· Researched drug information to maintain drug knowledge and disease state understanding for application to prior authorization reviews.· Performed prospective and retrospective drug utilization reviews and appeals in accordance with internal pharmacy coverage criteria guidelines, and state and federal regulations.· Updated clinical criteria for medication coverage consistent with regulatory requirements and evidence-based clinical practice.· Reviewed requests for prescription drug services, and worked to improve performance metrics associated with the prior authorization processes. Show less

Pharmacy ManagerLed staff in performing all functions consistent with the day-to-day operations of retail pharmacy.· Processed and prepared prescriptions, processing third party plans, and counseled patients on prescriptions and OTC items.· Consulted with physicians and reviewed patient profiles for drug/drug interactions, drug/disease interactions and maximum dosages to provide quality care and accurate medication dispensing.