TC 9170 Case Manager
February 22, 2003
The Case Manager coordinates resources and services in response to individual patient's needs and fiscal realties. Oversees coordination of complex discharge planning for assigned case load. Acts as a consultant to the clinical team, service lines, and other departments and participates in program development and quality improvement activities.
Collaborates with physicians, social workers, nurses and other interdisciplinary team members to assess, plan and coordinate patient care needs. Educates patients/families and other healthcare provides regarding utilization management and discharge planning options.