title: A decentralized model for case management.
abstract: Case management has been implemented in a variety of health care settings. The implementation of case management at one hospital, including rationale for selection and outcomes, is described here. A decentralized model emphasizing staff nurse control is recommended for hospitals with TQM and shared governance programs already in place.
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Johnson
authors.forename: N M
authors.initials: NM
authors.lastname: Proffitt
mesh_terms: D003659:Decision Making, Organizational; D006801:Humans; D008329:Managed Care Programs / Q000458:organization & administration*; D016294:Models, Nursing; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010347:Patient Care Planning / Q000458:organization & administration*; D017749:Total Quality Management / Q000458:organization & administration