Jacob La Rue, Pharm D, Cphq
About Jacob La Rue, Pharm D, Cphq
Jacob La Rue, Pharm D, Cphq, serves as the AVP of Specialty Clinical Solutions at Magellan Rx Management, where he focuses on developing clinical patient programs to enhance healthcare access. He has extensive experience in pharmacoeconomic analysis and healthcare quality improvement, with a background in various roles within the pharmacy sector.
Work at Magellan Rx Management
Jacob La Rue currently serves as the Assistant Vice President of Specialty Clinical Solutions at Magellan Rx Management. He has held this position since 2023, working remotely from Orlando, Florida. Prior to this role, he served as the Director of Specialty Clinical Solutions - Payers from 2020 to 2022. In his current and previous roles, he has developed innovative clinical patient programs aimed at improving access to healthcare services and has contributed to various strategic initiatives within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Jacob La Rue earned his Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis. He possesses expertise in pharmacoeconomic analysis and education, focusing on the cost-effectiveness of pharmaceutical products and services. His knowledge extends to drug preferencing strategies for medications billed on both pharmacy and medical benefits, which supports his work in specialty clinical solutions.
Background
Jacob La Rue has a diverse background in pharmacy and healthcare. He began his career as a Pharmacy Intern at SSM Health Care from 2005 to 2008, followed by a role as a Pharmacist at SUPERVALU from 2008 to 2009. He then worked as a Clinical Staff Pharmacist at UVANTA Healthcare from 2009 to 2012. His experience spans various roles within Magellan Rx Management, including Senior Director of Clinical Account Services - Payer Strategy from 2022 to 2023.
Achievements in Healthcare Quality Improvement
Jacob La Rue has been involved in healthcare quality improvement initiatives, focusing on enhancing the standards of care for patients. His familiarity with utilization management standards for URAC, National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations supports his efforts in this area, contributing to improved healthcare delivery.