Health Policy Associate, Medicare & Commercial Plans

Overview

The Health Policy Associate is responsible for in-depth research, including reviewing literature, analyzing data sets, and identifying trends to inform policy development and advocacy conducted by the Health Policy Analyst, Commercial Plans and Senior Manager, Medicare and Quality Payment.Identify policy gaps, engage with stakeholders, draft responses to health policy regulations, including health insurer payment and coverage policies of commercial plans, including Medicare Advantage, related to obstetric and gynecologic care. Manage the communication, educational resources and advocacy campaigns for engaging ACOG members and act as a liaison among internal ACOG teams to ensure that work is being successfully communicated to members. Track various policies for the organization and utilize knowledge of healthcare systems, public health, and policy analysis methods to make recommendations to health policy team. Represent ACOG in meetings with external stakeholders when needed.

Cover Letter Required

Note: This position is considered Hybrid and will need to commute to ACOG's office located in Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities

• Track and analyze policy and regulation changes and collect data, research, and news to alert appropriate internal teams for outreach and advocacy opportunities.• Manage and lead a portfolio of analysis and advocacy activities related to health policy, which may include outreach and engagement with commercial and Medicare Advantage plans.• Author draft letters to external policymakers and serve as the expert for the assigned portfolio.• Manage the development, submission, implementation, and dissemination of educational resources and coordinate the educational offerings with members of the team, including determination of the appropriate platform/media, submission of appropriate continuing education applications, budget management, and marketing of the products.• Research and develop reports, including objective and subjective data analysis, related to coverage and payment of obstetric and gynecologic services by commercial health plans and ACOG member experience.• Develop and market advocacy promotion plans, including social media content and other electronic media resources, presentations, email blasts, newsletters, fact sheets, posters, tool kits, and other materials, in collaboration with leadership and appropriate ACOG teams. Share promotional materials and activities with outside organizations as applicable.• Manage and maintain up to date content on program webpage keeping the content current and consistent with guidelines from ACOG and cooperative partners. Write website news stories; draft social media posts; create grassroots outreach campaigns; manage weekly member communication for the health economics & practice management team.• Assist with questions for internal and external partners, including members, on relevant legislative and regulatory issues.• Represent team in internal meetings and external meetings as assigned.• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills/ Abilities:• Foundational knowledge of public health and policy development preferred.• Experience with research platforms and policy tracking platforms preferred.• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, including ability to project manage.• Self-motivated, with the ability to exercise independent judgment, prioritize and implement multiple projects, and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.• Ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends, a travel, sometimes overnight.

Education and Experience:• Bachelor’s degree in health policy, political science, or other related fields required.• 1 year of experience working in public health, health policy research, and/or federal or state regulatory analysis required, or a Master’s degree in public health, health policy or other related fields.• Experience with governmental policy documents, technical writing for legislation and regulations preferred.

Policy Portfolio:• Commercial (private) health plans (e.g., UnitedHealth Group, Elevance, Centene, Kaiser, Humana, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield Association), the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and other related federal and state agencies.• Entities that develop coverage policy recommendations for obstetric and gynecologic services• Medicare Advantage.• Quality measurement coalitions, stewards, and implementors.

About ACOG

Home to more than 61,000 health care professionals, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is a membership organization leading advancement to improve the lives of all people seeking obstetric and gynecologic care, their families, and communities. When you become part of the ACOG team, your part of an organization that values communicating evidence-based, peer-reviewed information about women’s health to members and the general public. ACOG supports its members by maintaining authoritative clinical guidance, providing continuing medical education resources, patient education materials and more. Together with our members, we are working to transform the future of health by delivering a compelling member experience, supporting the ob-gyn profession, and advocating for improved health for all people seeking obstetric and gynecologic care, their families, and communities. 

Compensation

The base salary for this position is $52,000 - $62,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, ACOG offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the perks outlined below. 

Our Perks

Paid Parental Leave – Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace –  Flexible work schedule –  Commuting Allowance – Generous Paid Time Off – Holiday Pay – Life Insurance – Community Volunteering Opportunities – Generous 401(k) Company Contributions – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Learning Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement – Company-Sponsored Team Outings – and more!

ACOG is an EEO employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. As a federal government contractor and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Executive Orders, the College takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees covered are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, personal appearance, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable law. For more information about your equal employment opportunity rights, please view this poster: EEO is the Law. The College also participates in E-Verify.

Salary : $52,000 - $62,000