Dipali Kadiwar, Csp,Bcgp,Bcmtms,Cph Email & Phone Number

Tampa, Florida, United States

*Review prescriptions issued by Physician, or other authorized prescriber to assure accuracy and determine formulas and ingredients needed. *Compound medications/IVs, using standard formulas and processes such as weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients. *Oversee pharmacy technicians engaged in mixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals. *Answer questions and provides information to pharmacy customers on drug interactions, side effects, dosage and storage of pharmaceuticals.… Show more *Review prescriptions issued by Physician, or other authorized prescriber to assure accuracy and determine formulas and ingredients needed. *Compound medications/IVs, using standard formulas and processes such as weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients. *Oversee pharmacy technicians engaged in mixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals. *Answer questions and provides information to pharmacy customers on drug interactions, side effects, dosage and storage of pharmaceuticals. *Maintain established procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances, and disposal of hazardous waste drugs. *Enter data such as patient name, prescribed medication and cost, to maintain pharmacy files, charge system, and inventory. *Instruct personnel and other medical personnel on matters pertaining to pharmacy. *Assist with end of night inventory. *Review and file compounding batch records. *Consult with physicians to clarify prescriptions when needed. Show less

Florida, United States

• Reviewed specialty prior authorizations for therapeutic appropriateness (e.g. step therapy, quantity level limits, formulary exclusions). • Identified opportunities for improvement in efficiency, accuracy, and appropriateness of programs in place. • Monitored quality and efficiency of coverage determination process, including coverage criteria, denial language, and communication with prescribers. • Maintained professional knowledge of drug and disease-states for the Specialty… Show more • Reviewed specialty prior authorizations for therapeutic appropriateness (e.g. step therapy, quantity level limits, formulary exclusions). • Identified opportunities for improvement in efficiency, accuracy, and appropriateness of programs in place. • Monitored quality and efficiency of coverage determination process, including coverage criteria, denial language, and communication with prescribers. • Maintained professional knowledge of drug and disease-states for the Specialty Pharmacy programs administered within the Case Review Unit. • Assisted with projects and duties as assigned including on call and after hours.• Reviewed appeals for medical necessity based on guidelines and clinical trials. Show less

Lakeland, Florida Area

Trained in all 3 pharmacy divisions: (Arriva, Eagle & USSC). Handle specialty medications most often prescribed for people with complex or ongoing medical conditions, such as Anemia, Cancer, Crohn’s Disease, Growth Hormone Deficiency, Hemophilia, Hepatitis C, HIV/AIDS, Immune System Disorders, Infertility, Multiple Sclerosis, Osteoporosis, Psoriasis, Respiratory Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis. In addition to their high cost, specialty medications also have one or more of the following… Show more Trained in all 3 pharmacy divisions: (Arriva, Eagle & USSC). Handle specialty medications most often prescribed for people with complex or ongoing medical conditions, such as Anemia, Cancer, Crohn’s Disease, Growth Hormone Deficiency, Hemophilia, Hepatitis C, HIV/AIDS, Immune System Disorders, Infertility, Multiple Sclerosis, Osteoporosis, Psoriasis, Respiratory Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis. In addition to their high cost, specialty medications also have one or more of the following characteristics: injected or infused, limited access, special handling, shipping, or unique storage requirements, compliance issues, complex treatment regimens, and specialized patient training or education. •Complete patient counseling and provide clinical information on drug interactions, side effects, dosage, dministration and storage of specialty medications.•Obtain new and transfer prescriptions for new patients thus increasing pharmacy script volume 20%.•Record interactions and adverse effects in the appropriated systems (CPR+) to report to drug manufacturers.•Review and oversee the work of pharmacy personal engaged in all areas of the prescription fulfillment process for specialty medications.•Verify 30 – 40 (increase from 20 – 30 ) specialty medications & required ancillary supplies being dispensed & mailed to patients. Show less

Ellenton, Lutz,Fl

Oversee all operations of the Pharmacy Department including:•Exceed patient expectations by providing excellent customer service increasing script volume by 10%..•Maintain tight inventory control thus decreasing total on hand cost and increasing profitability by 8%.•Communicate with medical team on behalf of patients to clarify and resolve DUR issues.•Comply with federal, state and local laws and regulations.•Oversee the work of the Pharmacy Service Associate, Pharmacy… Show more Oversee all operations of the Pharmacy Department including:•Exceed patient expectations by providing excellent customer service increasing script volume by 10%..•Maintain tight inventory control thus decreasing total on hand cost and increasing profitability by 8%.•Communicate with medical team on behalf of patients to clarify and resolve DUR issues.•Comply with federal, state and local laws and regulations.•Oversee the work of the Pharmacy Service Associate, Pharmacy Technician, and/or Pharmacy Intern. Show less

Valrico, Florida

Netpark - Tampa, Florida

Provided patient counseling on side effects of medications, drug-to-drug and drug-to-disease state interactions, tablet identifications, and reviewed prescription accuracy. Resolved drug interactions for geriatric patients based on age and renal function, using available resources, creatinine clearance CRCL, and consulting with medical professionals. •Effectively multi-tasked and handled calls to clarify prescriptions in a team calling atmosphere.•Conducted a customer service Kaizen to… Show more Provided patient counseling on side effects of medications, drug-to-drug and drug-to-disease state interactions, tablet identifications, and reviewed prescription accuracy. Resolved drug interactions for geriatric patients based on age and renal function, using available resources, creatinine clearance CRCL, and consulting with medical professionals. •Effectively multi-tasked and handled calls to clarify prescriptions in a team calling atmosphere.•Conducted a customer service Kaizen to streamline and reduce costs. Integrated Six Sigma methodologies including eight Lean metrics using Gemba. Suggested revisions and collaborated with process owners of the standard work instructions (SWI) and standard operating procedures (SOP) for process improvements, resulting in $200,000 in yearly cost savings.•Facilitated DUR Kaizen which increased drug utilization review efficiency by 40%, while maintaining service metrics and medication safety.•Aided as a Customer Service Pharmacist helping to resolve highly escalated issues, improving customer service and overall customer satisfaction.•Clinical Intervention trained to evaluate optimal therapy on certain medications.Examples: IR/ER Oxycodone pain medications (as needed vs maintenance dosing), Ambien and Lunesta dose titrations based on age and initial therapy.•Efficiently performed individual therapeutic interventions in the form of physician letters/communications.•Processed prior authorization requests for non-formulary medications. Show less

Tampa, Florida

Led pharmacy that provided pharmaceutical services to long-term skilled nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Expedited drug order changes for end-of-life treatments. Extensive knowledge of pain management for elderly patients.•Analyzed and reviewed labs for IV antibiotics, prior to mixing of ingredients, to prevent waste.•Educated nurses and physicians about each patient’s medications and drug related inquiries, resulting in improved accuracy.•Ensured that the pharmacy was… Show more Led pharmacy that provided pharmaceutical services to long-term skilled nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Expedited drug order changes for end-of-life treatments. Extensive knowledge of pain management for elderly patients.•Analyzed and reviewed labs for IV antibiotics, prior to mixing of ingredients, to prevent waste.•Educated nurses and physicians about each patient’s medications and drug related inquiries, resulting in improved accuracy.•Ensured that the pharmacy was in compliance with all local, state, and federal rules and regulations regarding the practice of pharmacy. •Executed day-to-day operations in the pharmacy as they pertain to workflow, production quotas, and deadlines.•Assisted in the proper ordering, handling, receiving, documentation, storage of all controlled substances; and maintaining a perpetual inventory for schedule II drugs.•Supervised the pharmacy production staff to ensure proper order entry, work flow, security of the pharmacy area, and adherence to delivery schedules. Show less

Tampa/Brandon/Lakeland, Florida Area

Supervised all aspects of day-to-day operation for retail pharmacy, including managing of personnel, scheduling, inventory management, merchandising, customer service and profitability.

Parssippany, Nj

Monitored patient profile for appropriate therapy and accuracy. Resolved drug-drug, drug-disease, and drug-age interactions by using available resources, professional judgment, and consulting with medical professionals. Performed senior's drug utilization review (SDUR) for two years reduced adverse effects in geriatric patients.

Union, New Jersey

Managed all aspects of day-to-day operation of retail pharmacy, including supervision of personnel, scheduling, inventory management, merchandising, customer service and profitability.•Increased prescriptions from 0 to 200 a day within a 12 month period, increasing profitability by 25%.•Exceeded inventory control management through exceptional turnover rate. Decreased shelf space and realized the lowest inventory spending in the district.

Cph, Consultant Pharmacy, 90

A Systematic Approach to Consultant Pharmacy Services

Bs Pharm, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, And Administration

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), B. Pharm, General Studies

Cross registered between Newark & New Brunswick campus

G.E.D., College/University Preparatory And Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program

Activities and Societies: Honor Society, Computer Club Honor Society, Spanish