by MKC Medical | Nov 8, 2016 | Blog
Emergency room visits are on the rise. One study from the American College of Emergency Physicians found that 28 percent of ER doctors polled have reported a spike in the number of cases since the Affordable Care Act took effect. Another 47 percent have seen at least...
by MKC Medical | Nov 1, 2016 | Blog
How doctors, patients, employers and insurers can help By Kari Williamson, RN, LNCC, CCM For decades, doctors prescribed opioids to fix their patient’s chronic pain. In reality, for some, opioids just made their lives worse, leading to addiction, escalating drug use...
by MKC Medical | Dec 27, 2013 | Best Practices, Blog, Case Studies
Digging into the facts MK Consulting, Inc. was recently asked to look at a case in which a man was reportedly struck on the left side of the chest. The claim reported that he fell and injured his left knee and chest. Buried in the same records, however, was a...
by MKC Medical | Aug 8, 2012 | Blog, Case Management
The Main Objective is… The main objective of case management is ‘continuity of care’. Without proper management, recovery can be prolonged and more costly than necessary. These patient advocates and front-line professionals serve at the epicenter of the health...
by MKC Medical | Dec 21, 2011 | Blog, Case Management
Case managers remain an integral part of the health care system. They oversee and interact with patient treatment plans, as well as offering assistance, guidance, and education. While their role holds great importance, confusion surrounds the profession for many and...
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