Source: CMSA Today BY JAYME AMBROSE, DNP, RN, CCM, DAVID HEINRICH, BS, RN, CCM, AND SARAH SANDOVAL, BS The United States identifies that maternal health is an area of crisis. It is a cornerstone of all national and state health initiatives. The United States is ranked 122 out of 186 countries for maternal mortality rate […]
Source: CMSA Today BY JANET COULTER, MSN, MS, RN, CCM, FCM Happiness is a fundamental human experience, an emotional state characterized by joy, gladness, satisfaction and well-being. For professional case managers who juggle the complexities of patient care, advocate for necessary resources and navigate a fast-paced healthcare environment, happiness may sometimes feel elusive. Happiness is
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Source: CMSA Today BY KAREN D. WALKER, MSN, RN, LSSBB The healthcare landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. In this ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the role of the healthcare team has become more crucial than ever. This article aims to highlight the evolving role of the healthcare team during an era characterized by swift technological
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Source: CMSA Today BY ZACHARY LENERT, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, ACM, CEN The evolving landscape of healthcare continues to highlight the indispensable role of medical social workers and nurse care managers in hospital settings. As hospitals tackle increasing regulatory pressures, complex discharge planning and addressing the social drivers of health (SDOH), the dyad leadership model emerges
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Source: CMSA Today INTERVIEW BY ELAINE BRUNER, MSN, RN, CMGT-BC Introduction: Case management for our armed services members includes different considerations than the civilian population. Stressors for military members and families include frequent moves, military control over salaries and education plus lack of childcare resources, and difficulties with spouse employment. I was honored to speak
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Source: CMSA Today BY KELLIE BURKE, aPHR, MBA, MSW, CSW, LMSW The days are getting warmer across the country, and we are approaching the unofficial first day of summer – Memorial Day. Barbeques and lawn chairs will be the staple for many as we remember our service members who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. The
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Source: CMSA Today BY JENNIFER GAZDA, LCSW, CMC, CDP The field of case management is considered to be a helping profession. A helping profession is any field of practice that provides support and services for human beings. While other professions are working with products or various services, our “product” is people, and what we do
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Source: CMSA Today BY DR. COLLEEN MORLEY, DNP, RN, CCM, CMAC, CMGT-BC, CMCN, ACM-RN, FCM, FAACM As I pen my final President’s Message for CMSA Today as immediate past president of CMSA, I am filled with immense gratitude and pride in the collective accomplishments of our case management community. Reflecting on this important period in
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Source: CMSA Today What better way to advance your practice and elevate your profession than by joining us for the 2025 CMSA 35th Anniversary Annual Conference & Expo, taking place June 24-27 at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas! This year marks a momentous milestone for CMSA – our 35th anniversary! Since our founding, we
Source: CMSA Today BY DEBRA COOPER, SUNFLOWER HEALTH PLAN A community health worker (CHW) is someone who works directly with the community to support their health and well-being. Because they are part of the community and deeply connected to it, people trust them. This trust helps CHWs bridge the gap between the community and health or
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