The Case Manager I just finished watching season 2 of The Pitt. If you have been watching it, I know you are trying to take in all the issues that were presented and what was […]

The Case Manager Negotiation is one of the core skills nurse case managers rely on every day. Whether we’re coordinating care, advocating for services, or helping families navigate complex systems, we spend a surprising amount […]

The Case Manager Healthcare in general is undergoing a profound transformation—in this article, I wanted to look at an area many of us don’t think about because we live in an urban or suburban area. […]

The Case Manager Most of us are used to waiting for things — in line at the grocery store, at a red light, or for the coffee to finish brewing. How much waiting each of us can tolerate […]

The Case Manager Using patient portals is a critical part of care coordination and helping the patient be an active member of their team.  So why are they so difficult to use as compared to other industries?  Think about […]

The Case Manager Who's responsible for care coordination? It depends.   In theory, the primary care physician (PCP) is the quarterback of people’s healthcare. But if the patient is injured on the job, the treating physician assigned by the Insurance Company would be responsible. […]

The Case Manager Discharge Planning is one of the most important functions that workers' compensation case managers perform.   Depending on where you meet your patient, an inpatient hospital or rehabilitation facility, an outpatient rehabilitation facility, a skilled care […]

The Case Manager If you asked a family member or friend what they expect when they enter the healthcare system—from a healthy person seeking preventive care, someone newly diagnosed with a terminal illness, to an individual […]