Overview Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio includes diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines, with 114,000 colleagues serving in more than 160 countries. Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune A company recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists The Opportunity The position works out of our Washington, DC location in the Government Affairs function. As the Government Affairs Director for Corporate Reimbursement, you will develop, lead and execute the strategy, capabilities and action plans to support and drive healthcare policies that impact Abbott. Specifically, you will support Medicare reimbursement activity for Abbott Diabetes Care (ADC) and other divisions, including Medicare reimbursement (coding, coverage and payment) for all ADC products. You will also lead development and advocacy of Abbott’s priorities for these divisions in broad Medicare and health care policy. What You’ll Work On Ally with business functional teams to help develop and execute portfolio reimbursement plans, and coordinate with Abbott GA team to deliver effective advocacy. Develop and execute reimbursement and coverage strategies and health economic and value messaging based on understanding of providers, practice managers, and payers. Work with ADC to conceive and direct analysis of health care clinical, health economic and outcomes data to support market access, health policy and publication strategy initiatives. Lead reimbursement initiatives to protect and advance Abbott's interests and its business units before policymakers, politicians, trade and business associations and other allies. Build Abbott’s reputation as a trusted partner driving constructive solutions. Stay apprised of business goals and strategies to assess impact to Abbott from federal, executive and regulatory activities. Consult with appropriate personnel to formulate action plans. Identify policy developments that could impact Abbott’s business and proactively pursue favorable government policies while defending against policies that could harm shareholder interests. Increase management and business unit participation in the reimbursement policy-making process on behalf of Abbott. Deliver strong messaging in support of Abbott positions with Public Affairs and other functions to ensure message consistency and delivery to key targets. Participate in or lead projects to maximize team effectiveness (Events, Programs, Community engagement, Shared Value/CSR, Communications, Social Media, Public Speaking, etc.). Education and Experience You’ll Bring Required Significant experience with and understanding of the Medicare program, including: Medicare coverage processes Inpatient and Outpatient Payment Systems Ambulatory Surgery Center payment systems Physician payments Pharmacy payments/processes Medicare quality systems The Center for Medicare Innovation CPT/HCPCS coding systems and processes Demonstrated knowledge of US and global healthcare payer systems, expertise in health care financing, reimbursement policies related to the device industry, and technology assessment. Prior experience establishing procedure codes in the United States. Experience with Evidence Development studies. Successful record of leading cross-functional teams. Ability to influence and negotiate at many levels within the organization and with regulators, marketing, sales, legal, clinical and medical affairs. Strong team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interpret legislation or proposed policies/guidelines/regulations and assess alignment with Abbott positions. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree 10 years minimum in positions of responsibility in Medicare and reimbursement policy Experience in government affairs, health care industry, public affairs and public policy Preferred Qualifications Experience in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) or Health and Human Services Master’s degree in Public Policy, Public Health, or science-related disciplines Legal degree or MBA is a plus Proven extensive contact network in Medicare reimbursement policy development and strong knowledge of the process
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