This year, we celebrate the champions at the heart of healthcare transformation—Case Managers!

As the industry evolves, case managers are not just adapting; they’re leading the charge, using innovation, compassion and expertise to create better outcomes for clients/patients, families and healthcare systems. From managing complex care plans to ensuring seamless transitions, case managers are the driving force behind a healthier tomorrow.

Get ready to celebrate YOU October 13 – 19, 2024, and mark your calendars for recognition, education and CE credits, networking, prizes and FUN! Visit https://cmsa.org/about/national-cm-week/ to grab your CM Week gear, find tips and tools for #CMWeek celebrations, and download logos and Zoom backgrounds. CMSA will be celebrating the entire month of October with bonus education. New this year, in addition to RN, SW and CCM CEs, CMSA will be providing CCM Ethics, CDMS, CDMS Ethics, CMC and CNLCP pre-approved credits. Register HERE!

We are excited to honor your dedication and explore how case managers are powering the future of healthcare—where every decision you make brings us closer to a more connected, compassionate and client-centered world.

The theme for CMSA’s 35th Annual Conference is "Case Management: Innovative Solutions, Improved Outcomes."

Join us as we celebrate over three decades of leadership and innovation in case management at the premier case management event of the year, June 24-27, 2025, in Dallas, TX.

Our theme isn’t just a statement—it's a commitment to driving meaningful change in healthcare, embodying our forward-thinking approach and highlighting our dedication to fostering innovative solutions that lead to improved patient outcomes.

Now, more than ever, your voice matters. We invite you to contribute to this transformative event by sharing your expertise, insights and innovations. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an emerging talent, your knowledge can spark the dialogue and action that will shape the future of case management.
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Your presentation or poster session will be an opportunity to:

• Share strategies and tools that drive success in case management.
• Highlight practical initiatives that can transform the continuum of care.
• Ignite meaningful discussions that will leave a lasting impact on our field.

Ready to Make an Impact?
Click HERE to access the 2025 CMSA Call for Presentations Guide. Inside, you'll find tips, guidelines, submission deadlines and everything you need to craft a compelling proposal. Once you're ready, click the CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS card on the #CMSA2025 conference site to begin your journey.

Let’s come together to make #CMSA2025 an unforgettable experience filled with innovative solutions and improved outcomes. We look forward to seeing your ideas come to life on our 35th Annual Conference stage!

Critical Illness Recovery in High Medical Complexity

Wednesday, September 25 at 1 p.m. EST

Pre-Approved CEs: 1 Hr RN, CCM

High Medical Complexity patients are individuals who survive a life-threatening illness or injury with or without multiple, co-morbid conditions who are debilitated and dependent on intense medical care for a longer period of time. Critical illness recovery care follows acute intensive care and is provided using a multidisciplinary, system/organ preservation and conservation treatment approach. Referral timing is critical when navigating patients through the continuum of care and the transition to the next level of care. Getting the right patient in the right level of care at the right time is critical to throughput, to optimize patient outcomes and maximum recoverability.

Presenters:
Kristine Shields, MHA, MSN, RN, LNCC
Carolyn Adams, MEd, CCM

Free to Members | $40 for Non-Members

Boost Your Case Management Expertise with CMSA’s Renowned ICM Training This Fall!

CMSA Fall 2024 Integrated Case Management (ICM) Training
Dates: October 22, 23 & 24, 2024, plus required self-study completed in advance
Location: Virtual live, interactive sessions via Zoom, 12:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Eastern each day
Pre-Approved CEs: 28.5 Hours RN, SW, and CCM

Join CMSA’s premier ICM Training to gain advanced case management strategies using the recently released Integrated Case Management Manual (2nd Edition). This comprehensive training includes self-study and interactive virtual sessions, equipping participants with skills to engage clients, stratify risks and develop effective care plans. The program covers essential topics such as integrated care planning, interdisciplinary roles and patient-centered approaches.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your case management skills and improve health outcomes for your clients. Register now and take the next step in your professional journey. And remember, MEMBERS SAVE!

CMSA’s Standards of Professional Case Management Practice Course is your pathway to mastering the key principles that define the role, process and expectations of professional case managers across the healthcare continuum.

This comprehensive online course offers 17 modules, each designed to deepen your understanding of the CMSA Standards of Practice for Case Management, the gold-standard for case management practice.

With detailed narratives, professional video presentations and real-life case scenarios, you’ll gain the insights needed to apply these standards effectively. 

Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll earn 32 hours of continuing education credit for RN, SW and CCM.

Members: $150 | Non-Members: $300

At less than $5 per CE for members, you can't afford to miss this incredible learning opportunity!

The 2025 Call for Board Candidates is open!

CMSA is seeking four positions this year:

• President-Elect
• Secretary
• (2) Directors 

These positions will begin June 2025. Deadline to submit is October 31.

To learn more about these position criteria and the information you need to prepare, click HERE!

All CMSA Members are invited to join CMSA President Janet Coulter and the CMSA Board of Directors for this unique session. Hear exciting updates on the activities and accomplishments of the organization this past quarter and engage with the Board in the “Ask the Board” segment. During this Q & A portion, Janet and the Board will answer your questions – questions submitted in advance will be addressed first. What better way to celebrate the professional practice of case management than to find out more about what your professional society has been doing to help advance the practice and support your work.

October 23, 2024
2:30-3:30pm ET
Pre-registration Required to Attend

To register, log in to your CMSA Member portal:

Scroll down:

Then click 'National Board Meetings':

Submit your questions to the Board during the registration process or by emailing cmsa@cmsa.org before October 18th.

This edition focuses on the heart of case management: keeping the patient at the center of everything we do. Case managers play an essential role in delivering patient-centered care by addressing not only medical needs but also the emotional, social and psychological well-being of those we serve.

You'll discover insights into how case managers foster compassion and respect in healthcare, ensuring that patient values, culture and preferences are honored. By facilitating open communication and empowering patients to take an active role in their care, case managers contribute to better health outcomes and overall satisfaction.

Explore how case managers create meaningful impact, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and lead the way in advancing holistic, patient-focused care. Read it HERE!

CMSA members should have already received their print editions! Didn’t get yours? Email cmsa@cmsa.org.

New issues post first on cmsatoday.com, plus new articles post each week, so visit regularly for fresh content on current case management trends and insights.

CMSA blogs are written and contributed by a broad range of authors, from board directors and industry partners to working case managers and recent retirees. Find every case management perspective, Mondays and Thursdays each week.

Bookmark the CMSA Blog page for easy access!

Congratulations to CMSA Chattanooga for being the first CMSA Chapter to receive a proclamation in honor of National Case Management Week — a statewide proclamation for Tennessee!

State and local proclamations promote the importance of the professional practice of case management to the public and elevate awareness of the value case managers bring to healthcare. The recognition and support of state, local and federal officials celebrate the hard work case managers put into their communities every day.

To watch as proclamations come in from across the country, visit https://cmsa.org/about/national-cm-week/

Interested in becoming a CMSA Partner for 2024? Contact Rebecca Davis at rdavis@parthenonmgmt.com for more information!