Anika Raisa, Pharm D, Rph
About Anika Raisa, Pharm D, Rph
Anika Raisa, Pharm D, Rph, is a pharmacist specializing in utilization management, currently employed at Highmark Inc. She has extensive experience in pharmacy operations, having worked at Walgreens Boots Alliance and CVS Health, and has a strong background in implementing healthcare initiatives and improving workflow efficiency.
Work at Highmark
Anika Raisa currently serves as a Pharmacist in Utilization Management at Highmark Inc., a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she specializes in addressing accessibility and cost concerns related to medications. Her focus is on ensuring timely access for plan members, which is critical in the healthcare landscape. She utilizes her clinical knowledge and customer service skills to enhance quality measures, including Percentage Days Covered (PDC) and Medication Therapy Management (MTM).
Previous Experience at Walgreens Boots Alliance
Anika Raisa worked at Walgreens Boots Alliance in various capacities from 2014 to 2021. She served as a Pharmacist at Store 09497 in Smithtown, New York, for seven months in 2014-2015. She then advanced to the role of Supervising Pharmacist at Store 10134 in Franklin Square from 2015 to 2018, and later at Store 4845 in Freeport from 2018 to 2021. During her tenure, she implemented COVID-19 testing and vaccination sites, showcasing her operational capabilities and commitment to public health.
Experience at Aspen RxHealth
From 2021 to 2022, Anika Raisa worked as a Clinical Pharmacist at Aspen RxHealth. In this role, she contributed to the clinical pharmacy field for ten months. Her responsibilities included utilizing her clinical expertise to support patient care and medication management, further enhancing her experience in the pharmacy sector.
Education and Expertise
Anika Raisa earned her Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from St. John's University, where she studied Pharmaceutical Sciences from 2007 to 2013. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in pharmacology and patient care, equipping her with the necessary skills to excel in various pharmacy roles. Her expertise includes utilization management, clinical pharmacy, and operational improvements.
Achievements in Utilization Management
Anika Raisa has a proven track record in utilization management, having successfully led large teams and managed multiple projects. Her efforts have contributed to the achievement of department goals, particularly in enhancing workflow efficiency and exceeding performance targets. She is recognized for her ability to implement continuous process improvements, which are essential in optimizing pharmacy operations.