Case Management Monthly

A 93-year-old patient has been in the hospital for 90 days when Ann, a complex case manager, is asked to step in and offer additional support.

On May 11, the COVID-19 public health emergency is expected to end after three years. However, not everyone is adequately prepared to comply with a return to previous rules, regulations, and practices.

Age-friendly care is driven by the patient’s wants and needs. It focuses on promoting quality of life using evidence-based strategies.

For case managers, having a broad toolbox of resources can prove valuable in helping patients move past barriers and toward a smooth recovery.

Learn more about what will and will not change for certain patient services once the public health emergency (PHE) ends.

Julia, a case manager, helps a couple explore long-term care options for dementia patients.

Use these tips to navigate complex conversations with patients and families.

While other industries are beginning to see the light at the end of the staffing crisis tunnel, healthcare is gearing up for even more difficult times.

After multiple extensions, the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) is slated to end on May 11. This conclusion will likely bring discomfort to some patients and case managers.