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Kuntal Patel

Clinical Pharmacist- Prior Authorization

pharmacist Plano, TX Optum
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
5 years at Optum
Connections
86
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,704 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the pharmacist specialty. Kuntal Patel is one of them.
  • 4,877 pharmacists are based in TX (out of 101,236 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 1,589 contacts at Optum are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical pharmacist compensation in TX: $106,000 – $160,000 (median $131,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of pharmacists in TX: Walgreens (317), Cvs Health (268), Walmart (173).
  • 3% of pharmacists in TX hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 77% of pharmacists in TX have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Skills
Operations Management Pharmacy Practice Software Development Life Cycle Inventory Management Patient Care Speciality Medicine Mckesson Enterpriserx Patient Outcomes Central Fill Healthcare Claims Medication Therapy Management
About Optum
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
optum.com
Office Location
Plano, TX
Professional Overview

Kuntal Patel is a Clinical Pharmacist- Prior Authorization, currently affiliated with Optum, based in Plano, TX. As a pharmacist, Patel contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Plano, TX. They have been with Optum for 5 years. Core competencies include Operations Management, Pharmacy Practice, Software Development Life Cycle, Inventory Management, Patient Care. Optum operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit pharmacist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to pharmacist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Plano, TX healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kuntal Patel located?
Kuntal Patel is based in Plano, TX. They are currently affiliated with Optum.
What is Kuntal Patel's specialty?
Kuntal Patel specializes in pharmacist. Their current role is Clinical Pharmacist- Prior Authorization.
Where does Kuntal Patel currently work?
Kuntal Patel currently works at Optum. They have been there for 5 years.
How do I contact Kuntal Patel for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a pharmacist?
Recruiting pharmacists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for pharmacists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a pharmacist in TX?
pharmacists in TX typically earn $106,000 to $160,000 annually, with a median of $131,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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