Director - U.S. Public Policy
Core
Develop and execute U.S. public policy strategies to advance market access, coverage, coding, payment, and adoption of medical device and drug portfolios, with a primary focus on CMS reimbursement and Medicare payment systems.
Role type
Director, U.S. Public Policy (Medical Devices and Drugs)
Builds
Policy strategies and advocacy initiatives for federal healthcare reimbursement and payment policy.
Domain
Healthcare / Public Policy / Government Affairs
Required skills
CMS reimbursement policy expertise, Medicare/Medicaid payment systems knowledge, FDA regulatory process understanding, legislative impact analysis, stakeholder relationship building, strategic policy development, advocacy coalition building, executive communication, cross-functional partnership.
Preferred skills
Medical device industry experience, advanced degree (MPH, MPP, JD, PhD, MBA), established relationships with CMS/congressional stakeholders, health technology assessment knowledge.
Technologies
CMS systems, Medicare/Medicaid payment methodologies, FDA regulatory frameworks, value-based care models.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute U.S. public policy strategies for medical devices and drugs; Lead policy development and advocacy related to CMS reimbursement frameworks; Monitor, analyze, and influence CMS policies affecting medical devices; Evaluate proposed legislation and regulations to assess impacts on reimbursement and business strategy; Represent the organization before federal agencies, policymakers, and key stakeholders; Build and maintain strong relationships with CMS leadership, policymakers, and healthcare stakeholders; Partner with commercial, market access, regulatory, and corporate strategy teams.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & cross-functional influence