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Case management in health care.

J F Loomis1

  • 1Medical Social Work Department, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo, MI 49007.

Health & Social Work
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Case management in healthcare is growing to reduce costs and improve access. This analysis explores its impact on social workers and suggests strategies for navigating this evolving field.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Administration
  • Social Work Practice
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Healthcare costs are rising, necessitating cost-control measures.
  • Client access to healthcare services requires efficient coordination.
  • Case management is emerging as a key strategy in healthcare delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the expanding role of case management in healthcare.
  • To identify challenges and issues for social workers in case management.
  • To discuss current trends and propose strategic actions for social workers.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on case management in healthcare.
  • Analysis of the implications of case management for social work.
  • Discussion of emerging trends and future directions.

Main Results:

  • Case management is increasingly adopted to control healthcare expenditures.
  • Facilitating client access to services is a primary driver for case management.
  • Social workers face specific challenges and opportunities within case management.

Conclusions:

  • Social workers need to adapt to the expanding role of case management.
  • Strategic actions can empower social workers in this evolving healthcare landscape.
  • Understanding case management trends is crucial for effective social work practice.

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