Supporting the children of adult patients can help improve outcomes

July 1, 2019
Case Management Monthly

Case managers typically provide support to adult patients in the hospital, focusing on their medical and social needs and easing their transition to the next level of care. But often, these patients aren’t the only ones who need support—they sometimes also have children or grandchildren who are struggling.

Avoiding burnout: Strategies to keep you inspired at work

July 1, 2019
Case Management Monthly

If you’re feeling drained and uninspired at work lately, you’re not alone. A survey published in the June 4 issue of Annals of Internal Medicine found that burnout among doctors costs the U.S. healthcare system some $4.6 billion each year due to turnover and reduced clinical hours.

BFCC-QIO changes may require a document update

July 1, 2019
Case Management Monthly

There are some changes to the Beneficiary and Family Centered Care-Quality Improvement Organization’s (BFCC-QIO) program, and if you’re one of the organizations affected by the changes, you may need to update your patient notices to reflect them.

From the Director's Desk: The CMS Primary Cares Initiative

July 1, 2019
Case Management Monthly

CMS recently announced a new category of payment programs: the Primary Cares Initiative. Within a few years, CMS expects 25% of primary care providers to join one of the five voluntary payment models.

Complex case: Hospital-trained case manager tests her skills in the community

July 1, 2019
Case Management Monthly

A hospital case manager tries to get a power wheelchair for her elderly father and runs into roadblocks along the way.