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Inside the Medicare Transaction Facilitator: Early Wins and Growing Pains

Inside the Medicare Transaction Facilitator: Early Wins and Growing Pains

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 In this episode of VerifiedRx, Carolyn Liptak is joined by Dr. Jennifer Tussey, Senior Specialty Pharmacy Manager at BJC Health, to discuss early experiences with the Medicare Transaction Facilitator (MTF) and the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program. From managing complex data flows and delayed payments to coordinating cross-functional teams and evolving workflows, they share practical insights from the first cycle of implementation. Tune in to learn what’s working, what’s challenging, and how health systems are adapting in real time. Guest speaker:  Jennifer Tussey, PharmD, CSP, AAHIVP Senior Specialty Pharmacy Manager Specialty, Oncology, Mail Order BJC Health East Region Host:  Carolyn Liptak, MBA, BS Pharm Pharmacy Executive Director, Regulatory Compliance Vizient Center for Pharmacy Practice Excellence Verified Rx Host 00:05 — Introduction Announcer welcomes listeners to VerifiedRx, produced by the Vizient Center for Pharmacy Practice Excellence. 00:14 — Episode Overview Host Carolyn Liptak introduces the topic: early experiences with the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program (MDPNP) and the Medicare Transaction Facilitator (MTF).Discussion focuses on: Implementation planningEarly operational challengesPayment and data flow issuesLessons learned from initial rollout Guest: Dr. Jennifer Tussey, Senior Specialty Pharmacy Manager at BJC Health. 00:14 — Key Program Definitions Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program (MDPNP): Created under the Inflation Reduction Act (2022)Allows CMS to negotiate prices for select high-cost drugs without generic/biosimilar competitionEstablishes a Maximum Fair Price (MFP) Medicare Transaction Facilitator (MTF): Operational system supporting: Data exchangePayment processingCoordination between CMS, manufacturers, and dispensers Ensures Part D beneficiaries receive negotiated pricing 02:00 — Health System Context Jennifer oversees specialty, oncology, and mail-order pharmacy operations within BJC Health’s east region.Approximately 12 pharmacies impacted by MTF processes. 02:27 — Implementation Strategy Initial steps: Participation in CMS webinarsFormation of a multidisciplinary team Key roles involved: Pharmacy leadershipData analystBusiness managerReconciliation technicianRevenue cycle team Responsibilities include: Tracking claims and payment statusManaging 340B eligibilityReconciling payments across multiple systems (MTF, Beacon, internal systems) 03:54 — Enrollment Experience Enrollment process was relatively straightforward: Entity signaturesSystem setup for remittance processing Complexity increased post-enrollment due to: Data fragmentation across systemsLimited access for revenue cycle teams Required strong coordination across departments. 05:09 — Data & Payment Flow Challenges Data flow remains slow but improving.Current timeline: ~19 days for payment finalizationUp to 45 days for resolution if inquiries are required Early collection rates: Initially ~10%Improved to ~60% 05:09 — Operational Workflow Adjustments Monitoring cadence evolved: From daily tracking → now biweekly review cycles Teams review claims approximately 45 days in arrears. 06:02 — Inquiry & Tracking Challenges System limitations: Inquiry submissions may not be saved reliablyLack of built-in tracking tools Requires manual documentation and tracking to monitor claim status and follow-ups. 06:18 — Managing Payment Inconsistencies Payment discrepancies handled through inquiry process.Key challenges: Delayed initiation (must wait for processing window)Extended resolution timelines (up to 45 days) Requires proactive and continuous follow-up. 06:53 — Financial & Resource Challenges Low reimbursement margins under standard refund amounts.Even large systems with wholesale discounts experience tight margins.Significant FTE investment required to manage the process.Smaller systems may face: Greater operational burdenLimited staffing capacity 07:33 — Operational Evolution Processes are continuously evolving.Key success factors: Ongoing process refinementStrong internal documentationRapid incorporation of lessons learned Example: Identifying system issues with inquiry tracking and adjusting workflows accordingly 08:14 — Key Advice: Patience & Persistence Success requires: Patience with slow-moving processesMeticulous follow-upStrong tracking systems (e.g., Excel-based workflows) High claim volume (500+ scripts at a time) necessitates structured tracking tools. 09:07 — Additional Financial Considerations Low net margins combined with high operational workload.Challenges amplified for: Smaller pharmaciesSystems with fewer resources Emphasizes importance of operational efficiency and resource planning. 09:36 — Final Takeaways MTF implementation is: ComplexResource-intensiveStill evolving Key themes: Strong cross-functional collaboration is essentialProcesses will require ongoing ...
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