Huron Case Management

The primary function of case managers is to advocate for clients/support systems. Case managers understand the importance of achieving quality outcomes for their clients and commit to the appropriate use of resources and empowerment of clients in a manner that is supportive and objective.

The definition of Case Management is. “to promote health education, prevention, control and/or minimization of disease and disability; through assessment, examination, diagnosis, evaluation, and care planning activities in a community.

Case management is a process by which a patient's condition is assessed and options are discussed with the appropriate doctors and nurses to ensure the most timely, safe, and cost-effective care. A case manager enables not only patient satisfaction, but also reductions in patient length of stay and healthcare costs.

Case management is a process by which a patient's condition is assessed and options are discussed with the appropriate doctors and nurses to ensure the most timely, safe, and cost-effective care. A case manager enables not only patient satisfaction, but also reductions in patient length of stay and healthcare costs.

Accomplishes clients' care by assessing treatment needs; developing, monitoring, and evaluating treatment plans and progress; facilitating interdisciplinary approaches; monitoring staff performance.
Admits new clients by reviewing records and applications; conducting orientations.

Case Management is a collaborative process of assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation and advocacy for options and services to meet an individual's and family's comprehensive health needs through communication and available resources to promote patient safety, quality of care