In 2025, U.S. healthcare spending is projected to reach $5.6 trillion, accounting for approximately 17.6% of the nation’s GDP. There is no slowing this cost as we have a system that feeds sick care. To control spiraling healthcare costs, we as a country must...
As a nurse case manager, I take pride in being empathetic and work hard to care for my patients to the best of my ability. But looking back, I ask myself: Did I truly know my patients? Did I take the time to learn about them beyond their medical conditions? Did I ask...
There is a saying that we meet our patients where they are. But as nurse case managers, we meet our patients where they are and work to help them find the resources they need to move forward. As part of the nurse case managers’ assessment, we are charged with...
Nurse case managers and Independent Patient/Health Advocates are often a lifeline for individuals facing catastrophic or complex medical conditions. Finding one can be challenging, as can knowing how to work together as a team to ensure a patient’s safety, care...
In this week’s post, I wanted to remind readers that Case Management Week will take place from October 12th to 18th this year. While the official celebration runs from October 12 to 18th, the Case Management Society of America is recognizing case managers all month...
