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End-Of-Life Care
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Collaborating with End-of-Life Doulas to Support Patients Needs

BY LOREN TALBOT, INELDA’S DIRECTOR OF PARTNERSHIPS AND COMMUNICATIONS
The death positive movement of the past decade has ushered in a new wave of death awareness and willingness to discuss and plan for end-of-life. Along with that wave has come the accession of end-of-life doulas, also known as death doulas or death companions. While the role of end-of-life doulas may be new to some, aspects of the support we offer has always been threaded through communities.

End-Of-Life Care
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A Day in the Life of a Death Doula

BY CATHERINE DURKIN ROBINSON
When most people think of doulas, they think of non-medical professionals helping to facilitate the birth of babies. And they’d be right! But there are other kinds of doulas, too.

WORKFORCE
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The Silver Tsunami Is Hitting. Is Your Department Ready?

BY PEGGY A. ROSSI, BSN, MPA – AUTHOR AND RETIRED RN/PHN, CCM, ACM-RN, CMAC
I have long considered case managers as the ICU of a healthcare organization’s revenue cycle. As the “silver tsunami” hits your organization, we may all need to think about what we might have to do to preserve our role while also working to help our hospital or organization financially survive.

Past President's Corner
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Geriatric Care, End-of-Life Planning, and Hospice Support

BY DR. COLLEEN MORLEY, DNP, RN, CCM, CMAC, CMCN, CMGT BC, ACM-RN, IQCI, FCM, FAACM
As we continue to evolve in our role as case managers, the themes in this edition of CMSA Today touch upon some of the most profound and meaningful aspects of our practice: geriatric care, end-of-life planning, and hospice support. These themes are both timely and essential as we see the demographic shift of a growing aging population and face the unique challenges this presents in healthcare. Navigating the complexities of elder care requires not only clinical knowledge and organizational expertise but also a deep understanding of compassion, dignity and advocacy.

Association News
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Celebrating 35 Years of CMSA: A Legacy of Leadership in Case Management

This year marks a significant milestone for the Case Management Society of America (CMSA) as we celebrate 35 years of advancing the professional practice of case management. From its humble beginnings in 1990 to its status today as a recognized leader in healthcare, CMSA’s journey is a testament to the power of collaboration, advocacy and unwavering commitment to quality care.

Case Management Leadership
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Journey to FCM: Her Story…

BY DR. HEAVEN PROVO, MBA DNP RN CCM PHNA-BC NE-BC LNFA CAHIMS FCM
I wear many hats: wife, mom, bonus mom, sister, daughter, and friend…all of which take priority for me. I would like to start by acknowledging my supportive family and God’s grace for every season.

Health Equity
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Care Management Partnership with Community Health Workers Is Leading to Greater Health Equity

BY LISA SIMMONS-FIELDS, DNP, MSA, RN, CCM, CPHQ, FCM, AND MAUREEN PIKE, MPH, MBA, RN
For the past three years, Trinity Health’s Clinically Integrated Networks (CIN), Community Health & Well-Being (CHWB) departments and the Medical Groups (THMG) have engaged in a national strategy for reducing preventable hospitalizations among Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) beneficiaries with a special focus on our vulnerable dually enrolled (Medicare/Medicaid) population. Nationally, patients who are dually enrolled are more likely to experience poverty, have disabilities and be part of a racial and/or ethnic minority. Shared accountability and key performance indicators (KPIs) among the CINs, THMG and CHWB teams with a clinical and social care focus were integral to the success of this strategy.

Health Equity
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LGBTQIA2S+ Health Equity: The Need for Inclusivity in Healthcare

BY JENNIFER GAZDA, LCSW, CMC, CDP
When involved in a discussion of potential topics for this publication related to health equity, I listened and tried to find what area was not included in a means to participate. Representation for the LGBTQIA2S+ population was not readily apparent, so I decided to explore some current research and see where it led me.

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