title: HMO case management and the surgical patient.
abstract: A nurse serving as a case manager in an HMO describes the major aspects of the role at present and also identifies and explains areas that are expanding. This role is vital to the quality outcomes and cost effectiveness of surgical procedures for HMO members. The case manager is a central member of the health care team of the HMO.
authors.forename: M S
authors.initials: MS
authors.lastname: McNabb
mesh_terms: D006279:Health Maintenance Organizations / Q000458:organization & administration*; D007587:Job Description; D008329:Managed Care Programs / Q000458:organization & administration*; D013527:Perioperative Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration*