Making a Difference Beyond the Bedside with Chronic Care Management by Nurses

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  • Author
    Dr. Elisabeth Collins, DNP, APRN-NP
  • Video time
    60 Minutes
  • Post Test
    Required
  • CE Credit
    1.0 contact hour


Nurses Feed Their Young is approved as a provider of continuing nursing education by the Florida State Board of Nursing. Florida Board of Nursing Provider Number: 50-42784.

Course Description

In this course, participants will delve into the significance of Chronic Care Management (CCM) programs within the United States healthcare system. They will explore the nuances between fee-for-service and value-based care reimbursement models, recognizing the pivotal role these models play in patient outcomes and financial sustainability. Moreover, attendees will gain insights into the qualifying criteria for CCM services, identifying the specific benefits CCM offers to patients, healthcare providers, and the overall healthcare system. By understanding the ideal patient profile for CCM services and the various avenues through which nurses can engage in CCM, participants will be equipped to provide patient-centric care coordination services essential for achieving the Quadruple Aim in healthcare delivery.

The course will cover essential topics such as the history and purpose of CCM programs, emphasizing the shift towards value-based care. Participants will also explore the impact of CCM on patient-centered outcomes, access to care, caregiver burnout, and healthcare costs. By examining the top diagnoses in CCM, attendees will develop a comprehensive understanding of the diverse healthcare needs that can be effectively addressed through CCM services. Finally, the session will underscore the crucial role nurses play in delivering high-quality CCM services to optimize patient care, enhance the well-being of the entire care team, and drive positive healthcare outcomes. 

Course Lessons

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Dr. Elisabeth Collins, DNP, APRN-NP

Dr. Elisabeth Collins is a dual board-certified adult-geriatrics acute care nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner. Her nursing background includes emergency medicine, hospital medicine, global health, and quality improvement. Her experience in diverse clinical settings has given her insight into the gaps that exist between those who are involved in direct patient care and those who are executive-level decision-makers in healthcare. Her experience as a hospitalist nurse practitioner has cultivated her desire to help patients stay well at home and to proactively prevent complications of chronic disease. Dr. Collins has extensive project and program management experience and has a passion for helping nurses recognize areas where they can lead transformation in healthcare. Dr. Collins is the founder of MedAlign Innovative Solutions where she leads a team of nurses to provide high-quality Chronic Care Management services for patients. She enjoys sharing her expertise and evidence-based, practical solutions with nurses and providers through formal and informal educational methods.