Agenda

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Sunday, October 27

  • 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Members Program and Sessions
  • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Welcome Reception

Monday, October 28

  • 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Breakfast
  • 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Sessions
  • 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch
  • 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Reception

Tuesday, October 29

  • 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Breakfast
  • 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Sessions
  • 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch
Time Session Presenter
Sunday, November 2
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM Registration Sponsored by UCB
11:00 AM - 11:10 AM Opening Remarks

Amy Brennan, Prior Authorization Coordinator/BCoD CE Chair - Dermatology Associates
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM Strengthen the Relationship Between Providers and Biologic Coordinators

David Hartigan, Biologic Coordinator - Optima Dermatology
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM Navigating the Access Journey for ZORYVE Neo Cuellar, Practice Administrative Manager/Biologic Coordinator - A to Z Dermatology
12:10 PM - 1:30 PM Lunch & Exhibits  
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Speed Networking Session Connect with fellow BCs and industry leaders during this fast-paced, interactive speed networking session. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to expand your network and learn from others in the field.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Navigating the Access Journey: Empowering Coordinators to Confidently Support Patients with CSU Jennifer Giannini, MSN, RN, NP-C, CNS, Director, Novartis Patient Support Strategy & Management - Novartis
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM Optimizing Patient Outcomes with Dermatology Scoring Tools Amy Brennan, Prior Authorization Coordinator - Dermatology Associates
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Empowering Your Practice: Making AI Work for You

Katherine Vargas, Prior Authorization Specialist - Las Vegas Dermatology
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM BCoD Member Meeting  
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM Break  
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Welcome Reception Sponsored by Johnson & Johnson
Monday, November 3
6:30 AM - 4:00 PM Registration Sponsored by UCB
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM Breakfast  
7:00 AM - 7:10 AM Opening Remarks Katherine Vargas, Prior Authorization Specialist - Las Vegas Dermatology
7:10 AM - 7:40 AM Understanding the Path to OPZELURA; Navigating Commercial Coverage Nyesha Solomon, BC/CMA - The Skin Care Center
7:40 AM - 8:00 AM Break  
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Keynote & Workshop: Owning Your Moment Nellie O'Brien, President - Compelle! Communications
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Break & Exhibits  
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Navigating the Patient Access Journey

Amy Brennan, Prior Authorization Coordinator - Dermatology Associates

Shayli Nagelkerk, RMA, BC, CDT - Piedmont Plastic Surgery & Dermatology
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Navigating the Biosimilar Landscape Kali Sassack, Director of Clinical Pharmacy Strategy - CenterWell Specialty Pharmacy
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM Buy & Bill Essentials: Optimizing Dermatology Office Operations Sarah Bailey, LPN, BC & Surgical Scheduler - Center for Skin Wellness
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Lunch & Exhibits  
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM Tremfya withMe Enhanced Patient Support Highlights Margaret VanLoock, Practice Manager/Billing Specialist/BC - Mobile Dermatology
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Owning Your Moment Breakout Session Nellie O'Brien, President - Compelle! Communications
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Tackling Tough Cases: An Interactive Roundtable

Discussion led by:

Amy Brennan, Prior Authorization Coordinator - Dermatology Associates

David Hartigan, Biologic Coordinator/BCoD CE Chair - Optima Dermatology
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM Step-by-Step Success: Navigating the PA Process with Bridge & PAP Programs Brandi Harlow, MA, Certified Dermatology Technician Lead Medical Assistant - Vivida Dermatology
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM AI Can't Do It Alone: Solving Clinical Burnout in Access Coordination Jay Mayers, VP Business Development - RxNexus
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM Exhibit Hall Reception  
Tuesday, November 4
6:30 AM - 10:00 AM Registration Sponsored by UCB
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM Breakfast  
7:00 AM - 7:10 AM Opening Remarks David Hartigan, Biologic Coordinator/BCoD CE Chair - Optima Dermatology
7:10 AM - 7:40 AM Otezla Fulfillment Presentation: A Step-by-Step Guide to Help You Support Your Appropriate Patients With Filling Their Otezla Prescription Neo Cuellar, Practice Administrative Manager/Biologic Coordinator - A to Z Dermatology
7:40 AM - 8:00 AM Break  
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM Patient Experiences Panel: Your Feet in Their Shoes

Sarah Bailey, LPN, BC & Surgical Scheduler - Center for Skin Wellness

Sherri Denton, Billing Manager & BC - Stutz Dermatology

Nyesha Solomon, BC/CMA - The Skin Care Center

Moderated by: David Hartigan, Biologic Coordinator - Optima Dermatology
8:45 AM - 9:15 AM

Beyond One Shade: Recognizing Diversity in Skin of Color Across Dermatology

Barry Williams, Certified Medical Assistant/Biologic Coordinator - Westside Dermatology
9:15 AM - 9:45 AM A Day in the Life of a Field Reimbursement Manager

Alajawan Pittman, Field Reimbursement Manager - Eli Lilly

Amy Brennan, Prior Authorization Coordinator - Dermatology Associates
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM Break  
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Ensuring Access: The Critical Role of Benefits Verification & Enrollment Forms Nyesha Solomon, BC/CMA - The Skin Care Center
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Streamline Your Workflow: Organization Tips & Tricks for Biologic Coordinators

Sherri Denton, Billing Manager & BC - Stutz Dermatology

Nyesha Solomon, BC/CMA - The Skin Care Center
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Inside Tandem: Interactive Q&A Session

  
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Closing Remarks & Prize Drawings  
12:00 PM Conference Adjourns  

Key Dates

Hotel Room Block Closes

October 3, 2025