340B Billing Compliance Analyst

The University of Kansas Health System; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a 340B Billing Compliance Analyst for the Southlake Campus. The role supports maintenance, audits, and optimization of the 340B Drug Pricing Program across the health system and collaborates with the 340B Oversight Committee to enhance compliance and financial stability.

Responsibilities include auditing the split-billing system, monitoring eligibility, and driving cost-saving improvements while educating stakeholders involved in the purchasing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or 2+ years of experience as a 340B Analyst in a hospital/pharmacy setting.
• Experience auditing 340B compliance and related processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist the 340B Manager with 340B pharmacy operations.
• Evaluate patient eligibility in mixed-use areas by reviewing records and plans.
• Perform scheduled audits of the 340B program and resolve reconciliation issues.
• Track financial impact and identify opportunities to improve program performance.
• Educate others involved in purchasing to ensure proper operation and compliance.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

2+ years of 340B analyst experience

Tools

Split billing software

Job description

Position Title340B Billing Compliance AnalystSouthlake CampusPosition Summary / Career Interest:The 340B compliance analyst is responsible for maintenance, audit, and optimization of the 340B Drug Pricing Program for the health system. Regular maintenance includes regular monitoring of the 340B split billing software to ensure accuracy. Audits must be completed in accordance to the hospital 340B policy. All activities are to be performed as part of the 340B compliance team with direction from the 340B Oversight Committee.Responsibilities and Essential Job FunctionsAssist the 340B Manager with any 340B Drug Pricing Program pharmacy operations -Demonstrates the ability to serve as a project leader for the 340B Drug Pricing Program functionsEvaluate patient eligibility for qualified and non-qualified patients in mixed-use areas and clinics by reviewing patient medical records, insurance plans, and hospital status.Utilizing a data management program, filter out non-eligible transactions, including, but not limited to, drugs used to treat patients during inpatient care, Medicaid patients, drugs provided free by manufacturers, those provided at non-eligible locations, or prescriptions written by non-eligible providers.Perform audits on a scheduled basis; may involve presenting and resolving reconciliation issues as they arise during the monitoring and reconciliation process.Through financial analysis, strive to recognize the value opportunity of the 340B Drug Pricing Program.Assess opportunities for cost savings and system improvements to yield higher compliance.Develop a thorough understanding of the 340B Drug Pricing Program.Strive to consistently improve the overall efficiency, value, and internal support of the 340B program.Collaborate with the 340B Oversight Committee to develop monthly, quarterly, and yearly audit metrics.Perform hospital- or other covered entity-specific gross financial analysis and make recommendations to improve program performance.Track financial impact over time, identify root causes of adverse trends, and make recommendations to improve the program’s financial stability. – similar to “C” - Develop a thorough understanding of the split-billing system and the functions to be performed. Educate others involved in the purchasing process to ensure proper operation and compliance.Manage any manual or non-automated 340B data within the split billing software. Provide each buyer with information needed to place orders using the appropriate accounts (e.g., WAC, GPO, and 340B) to replenish inventory in the mixed-use inventory settingMust be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.Required Education and ExperienceBachelors Degree OR2 or more years of prior experience as a 340B Analyst (or similar title) with experience reviewing and auditing for 340B compliance AND2 or more years of prior experience in a pharmacy retail or hospital settingRequired Licensure and Certification340B Apexus Certified Expert (ACE) - Apexus within 1 YearKnowledge RequirementsPrior knowledge and experience regarding requirements of the 340B Drug Pricing Program.Time Type:Job Requisition ID:R-59100Important information for you to know as you apply:The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion .The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail] .Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.