Full-Time

Associate Plan Builder

Meritain Health

Posted on 11/19/2024

CVS Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy

10,001+ employees

Retail pharmacy and healthcare services provider

Healthcare
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$43.9k - $93.6kAnnually

+ Bonus + Commission + Short-term Incentive Program

Entry, Junior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Wayzata, MN, USA + 2 more

More locations: Cheektowaga, NY, USA | East Lansing, MI, USA

Category
Operations Consulting
Consulting
Required Skills
Salesforce
Customer Service
Requirements
  • Healthcare industry experience (Customer Service, Claims, and or Plan Build preferred)
  • Experienced with various data systems (DOS systems a plus)
  • Medical Terminology
  • Be highly organized and able to quickly prioritize multiple assignments with high quality results.
  • Must have strong communication skills with the ability to express complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy while focusing on overall project deliverables.
  • Ability to remain flexible yet focused during stressful situations.
  • Analytical and problem solving skills.
Responsibilities
  • Provides plan benefit review, interpretation and systematic setup essential to the processing of our claims adjudication system. The setup must also align for exporting in formats used for online viewing and processing related to Customer Service, Enrollment, Billing and Reporting in support of internal and external partners.
  • Ability to utilize Meritain’s proprietary system for analytical coding of detailed customized plans rather than standard offerings.
  • Participate and engage in discussion with Clients related to benefit interpretation. Advising on State and Federal Mandates as well as system capabilities.
  • Facilitating client facing review of plan setup walking through all benefits to assure alignment of benefit interpretation.
  • Consult and advise internal stakeholders on complex benefit administration. Advising on options to minimize manual processing and disruption for the Clients.
  • Reviews benefit provisions to ensure compliance with state and federal mandates. Evaluation process may also include assessment of summary plan descriptions and other related documents prepared internally or externally by clients.
  • Uses business knowledge and experience to make plan design and processing recommendations when working with Clients.
  • Evaluates impact of client requested exceptions and develops reasonable alternatives to satisfy client’s needs while minimizing impact on Meritain’s system and operations; Identifies, communicates and tracks cost sensitive items not included as part of the standard process and highlights them for consideration in the determination of rate adjustments or renewal activity.
  • Collaborates on review, analysis and development of recommendations for the design of complex account and benefit structures based on customers’ objectives and Meritain’s system.
  • Executes system setup and mapping of client level benefits to align with industry coding (ICD 10, Place of service, Healthcare Reform, etc.), this is similar to entry level IT programming.
  • Solicits and assesses internal and external customer feedback to enhance continuous quality improvement on the implementation process (ie. System tools, resources, etc.).
  • Demonstrates Salesforce proficiency and understanding for cross functional communication and executive level status reporting.

CVS Health operates a large network of retail pharmacies and walk-in medical clinics across the United States, providing a variety of health-related products and services. Their offerings include prescription medications, over-the-counter health products, beauty items, and general merchandise. CVS Health also functions as a pharmacy benefits manager, serving over 75 million plan members, and has a senior pharmacy care business that assists more than one million patients each year. This integrated model allows CVS Health to deliver affordable health management solutions, improving access to quality care and health outcomes while aiming to reduce overall healthcare costs. Unlike many competitors, CVS Health combines retail pharmacy services with clinical care and pharmacy benefits management, positioning itself as a significant player in the healthcare sector with a commitment to enhancing people's health.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Woonsocket, Rhode Island

Founded

N/A

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The availability of updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines at CVS Pharmacy and MinuteClinic locations nationwide positions the company as a key player in public health initiatives.
  • The Health Zones funding and collaboration with local organizations in Fresno highlight CVS Pharmacy's role in improving community health outcomes.
  • The introduction of a new store brand for snacks, beverages, and groceries could attract a broader customer base and increase in-store sales.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the retail pharmacy sector is intense, with major players like Walgreens and Rite Aid posing significant challenges.
  • The expansion into grocery and snack products may dilute CVS Pharmacy's brand identity as a healthcare provider.

What makes CVS Pharmacy unique

  • CVS Pharmacy's integration of digital tools for scheduling vaccinations and accepting walk-ins offers a seamless and convenient experience for customers, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The company's Health Zones initiative, which focuses on community health and access to healthy food, demonstrates a commitment to social responsibility that goes beyond traditional pharmacy services.
  • CVS Pharmacy's recent launch of a new store brand for snacks, beverages, and groceries diversifies its product offerings, making it a one-stop shop for consumers.

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