Clinical Expert Consultants: Pediatric Urologist

Clinical Expert Consultants:
Pediatric and Adult Urologists

The ACI Group is seeking Urologists to serve as Clinical Expert Consultants for a short‑term engagement with CMS as part of the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program, created under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.

Engagement Type: Short‑term consulting (approximately 3–5 hours total)

Location: Remote

Compensation: Competitive hourly consulting rate

CMS is conducting interviews with clinical experts to better understand the current treatment landscape and clinical considerations for specific conditions and associated therapies. The insights gathered will help inform CMS’ evidence‑based decision‑making process related to high‑cost drugs under the Medicare program.

• Pediatric Urologist with experience treating Neurogenic Detrusor Overactivity
• Adult Urologist with experience treating Neurogenic Detrusor Overactivity
• Adult Urologist with experience treating Overactive Bladder

Selected clinical experts will participate in a structured interview (typically 60–90 minutes) and may provide limited follow‑up feedback (total estimated time commitment: 3–5 hours).

• Participate in a virtual interview with CMS representatives.
• Provide objective, evidence‑based insights on current treatment options and clinical decision‑making for Neurogenic Detrusor Overactivity (Pediatrics), Neurogenic Detrusor Overactivity (Adult) or Overactive Bladder (Adult).
• Offer perspective on unmet needs, standard of care, and clinical factors influencing treatment outcomes.
• Review and provide limited feedback on interview materials if requested.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all CMS participation requirements.

• Board Certified Pediatric or Adult Urologist.
• Active clinical practice or recent experience treating patients with Neurogenic Detrusor Overactivity or Overactive Bladder.
• Knowledge of current clinical guidelines and therapeutic options within the specialty area.
• Experience contributing to clinical guideline development (preferred).
• Active involvement in research (preferred).
• Strong communication skills and ability to clearly articulate clinical reasoning.

• Approx. 3–5 hours total (includes interview, preparation, and any follow‑up correspondence).
• Flexible scheduling; interviews conducted remotely via video conference.
• Opportunity for continued participation in future project phases.

Through the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, CMS now directly negotiates prices for select high‑cost drugs. As part of this effort, CMS engages independent clinical experts to gather perspectives on the clinical use, effectiveness, and value of these therapies. Clinicians provide insight into real‑world treatment considerations but are not involved in any price‑setting discussions or negotiations.

Mid‑Senior level

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