Richard Yelle
About Richard Yelle
Richard Yelle serves as a Senior Product Manager at Prescryptive Health, focusing on healthcare technology in the pharmacy segment. He has extensive experience in technical services, having worked at CareMedic Systems and OptumInsight for over three decades combined.
Work at Prescryptive Health
Richard Yelle serves as a Senior Product Manager at Prescryptive Health, Inc., a role he has held since 2021. Based in Redmond, Washington, he focuses on healthcare technology, particularly within the pharmacy and pharmaceutical segments. His responsibilities include integrating mobile technology to improve user experiences in pharmacy and prescription claim processing. This position marks a transition from his extensive background in technical services to a more product-oriented focus in the healthcare sector.
Education and Expertise
Richard Yelle earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from Auburn University, where he studied from 1978 to 1984. He also attended Southern Polytechnic State University from 1987 to 1991. His educational background provides a strong foundation in technology, which he has applied throughout his career in various technical and managerial roles within the healthcare industry.
Background in Technical Services
Before joining Prescryptive Health, Richard Yelle accumulated significant experience in technical services. He worked at CareMedic Systems as the Director of Technical Services from 1999 to 2009. Following this, he held a similar position at OptumInsight for 22 years, from 1999 to 2021. His long tenure in these roles contributed to his expertise in managing technical operations and services within healthcare technology.
Career Transition to Healthcare Technology
Richard Yelle transitioned from a long-term focus on technical services to a role centered on healthcare technology. This shift reflects his commitment to enhancing user experiences in the pharmacy sector. His current work at Prescryptive Health involves leveraging mobile technology to streamline processes related to pharmacy and prescription claims, showcasing his adaptability and focus on innovation in healthcare.