Tracking the evolving CMS billing rules during the COVID-19 pandemic

June 12, 2020
Case Management Monthly

COVID-19 Medicare billing rules continue to evolve, so it can be challenging to stay abreast of the developments. Some recent changes have given case managers and hospitals more flexibility when it comes to treating both COVID-19 and non-COVID patients, as medical practices increasingly look to resume providing elective surgeries and other procedures.

Weathering the emotional toll of the COVID-19 pandemic

June 18, 2020
Case Management Monthly

The COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful for everyone, but medical professionals who are working directly with sick patients—and in turn putting themselves and potentially their families at risk—face unique levels of trauma.

Working toward a post–COVID-19 normal: The need for case management

June 26, 2020
Case Management Monthly

The COVID-19 pandemic will have a significant effect on both health systems and patients. As we continue to understand its clinical, psychosocial, and economic consequences, especially the magnitude of the financial losses to hospitals, the development of new and innovative ways to connect with and support patients is a silver lining.

An innovative plan to combat the downside of social isolation

July 10, 2020
Case Management Monthly

Irene, an expert medical case manager, is worried about her mother, Sadie, who is 87 years old with severe cardiovascular disease and mild-to-moderate dementia. Sadie lives in an assisted living facility. Clearly, she belongs to the group identified as being the most vulnerable to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

The four C’s can help guide end-of-life challenges related to COVID-19

June 21, 2020
Case Management Monthly

End-of-life care has been evolving in recent years, with a new emphasis on the importance of ethics and encouraging patient involvement in decision-making.