January 1, 2011
Case Management Monthly

Medicare guidelines state that patients must be given a choice when it comes to their discharge options, but hospitals have a number of other options when it comes to discussing discharge plans with their patients.

January 1, 2011
Case Management Monthly

In a recent HCPro audio conference titled “ Observation Services v. Inpatient Admission: Assign Proper Level of Care and Prevent Denials,” experts answered listeners’ questions about proper use of observation services. 

January 1, 2011
Case Management Monthly

In an effort to enhance outcomes and standardize practice in pediatric patients, Children’s Hospital and Medical Center created three sets of clinical protocols for three of the hospital’s high-volume DRGs.

January 1, 2011
Case Management Monthly

Finding a tool that organizes the discharge process into a framework may provide for a more timely and accurate plan. 

January 1, 2011
Case Management Monthly

Bed flow coordinators and case managers must work together to ensure proper patient throughput.

January 1, 2011
Case Management Monthly

Gerald is a 47-year-old male with a history of drug abuse and suicide attempts. He also presents to the ED at least twice per week.