Pharmacy Authorization Representative II - BioPlus Specialty Pharmacy

Elevance Health; Florida; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit increases

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Incentive bonus programs

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability benefits

401(k) +match

Stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Financial education resources

Job summary

BioPlus Specialty Pharmacy, part of Elevance Health, seeks a Pharmacy Prior Authorization Specialist to administer prior authorizations for patients whose plans require authorization. The role supports collaboration across departments to obtain approvals and ensure accurate documentation, with an in-office 1-2 days per week hybrid schedule.

The candidate will review information for completeness, assist with medical necessity documentation, and handle communications with physicians and payers to

Qualifications

• Requires a HS diploma or GED with 2+ years in pharmacy prior authorizations.
• Experience with Medicare/Medicaid and Managed Care reimbursement guidelines preferred.
• Understanding of oncology regimens and payer criteria is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage prior authorization requests.
• Assist with documentation of medical necessity to expedite approvals.
• Collaborate with other departments to obtain authorizations/appeals.
• Document insurance interactions and prior authorization data in the system.
• Review insurance denials and submit appeals when permitted.
• Contact physician offices to obtain demographics or medical data.

Skills

Medical terminology training

Prior Authorization experience

Specialty pharmacy experience

Narrow payer criteria interpretation

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Pharmacy Prior Authorization Specialist - BioPlus Specialty Pharmacy

Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.

Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.

BioPlus Specialty Pharmacy is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies. BioPlus offer consumers and providers an unparalleled level of service that’s easy and focused on whole health. Through our distinct clinical expertise, digital capabilities, and broad access to specialty medications across a wide range of conditions, we deliver an elevated experience, affordability, and personalized support throughout the consumer’s treatment journey.

Pharmacy Prior Authorization Specialist will be responsible for the administration of prior authorizations requests for patients whose health plan requires drug prior authorizations for different therapy types.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Reviews accuracy and completeness of prior authorization information requested and ensures supporting documents are present and meet company set standards.
• Assists with the completion of medical necessity documentation to expedite approvals and ensures that appropriate follow up is performed.
• Collaborates with other departments to assist in obtaining prior authorizations/appeals.
• Documents insurance company interactions and all prior authorization information in the system.
• Reviews insurance denials and submits appeals as permitted by payor.
• Contacts physician offices as needed to obtain demographic information or medical data.

Minimum Requirements

• Requires a HS diploma or GED and a minimum of 2 years of experience processing pharmacy prior authorizations, and a minimum of 1 year of experience applying knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and Managed Care reimbursement guidelines; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities And Experiences

• Specialty pharmacy experience highly preferred.
• Medical terminology training is preferred.
• Prior Authorization experience is highly desired.
• Use critical thinking to interpret oncology regimens and supporting clinical documentation, anticipates payer criteria (e.g., step therapy, site-of-care, NCCN-guided rationale), and determine the best authorization strategy and next step is desired.

Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.

Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

• merit increases
• paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement)
• medical
• dental
• vision
• short and long term disability benefits
• 401(k) +match
• stock purchase plan
• life insurance
• wellness programs
• financial education resources, to name a few

Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.