Kris Nitschelm, Coc, Pahm
About Kris Nitschelm, Coc, Pahm
Kris Nitschelm serves as the Director of Payer Relations and Market Access at Valencia Technologies, bringing extensive experience in healthcare economics and policy. With a background that includes leadership roles at Boston Scientific and MiMedx, Nitschelm has developed expertise in healthcare relationships and market access strategies.
Current Role at Valencia Technologies
Kris Nitschelm currently serves as the Director of Payer Relations and Market Access at Valencia Technologies. In this role, he focuses on establishing and maintaining relationships with payers and ensuring market access for the company's products. His tenure at Valencia began in 2022, and he has been instrumental in navigating the complexities of healthcare reimbursement and access strategies.
Previous Experience at Boston Scientific
Prior to his current position, Kris Nitschelm held multiple roles at Boston Scientific. He worked as the Senior Manager of Health Economics and Market Access from 2018 to 2019, followed by positions as Director of Global Health Economics and Market Access from 2020 to 2022, and Group Senior Manager of Global Health Economics and Market Access from 2019 to 2020. His experience at Boston Scientific spanned critical aspects of market access and health economics in the medical technology sector.
Career Background in Health Policy
Kris Nitschelm has a robust background in health policy, having served as the Director of Health Policy at MiMedx from 2017 to 2018. Prior to this, he was a Senior Manager of Health Policy at MiMedx from 2013 to 2017. His roles involved developing strategies to influence health policy and reimbursement frameworks, enhancing his expertise in healthcare regulations and market dynamics.
Educational Background in Health Care Administration
Kris Nitschelm studied at Columbia Southern University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Care Administration. This educational foundation has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the complexities of healthcare systems and market access.
Expertise in Healthcare Relationships
Kris Nitschelm possesses expertise in developing relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and policymakers within the healthcare industry. His extensive experience in medical technology coverage protocols and product launch strategies has contributed to his ability to effectively engage with stakeholders across various healthcare sectors.