CHAPTER 10: Longitudinal Coordinated Care

Ida Critelli Schick, PhD, LFACHE

Learning Objectives

After completing this chapter, the reader should be able to:

  • Understand the key factors that influence the changes in healthcare delivery systems.

  • Understand the key elements that describe patient-centered medical homes and longitudinal care.

  • Identify key ethical issues regarding autonomy and care coordination in the longitudinal care environment.

  • Discuss possible organizational policies to address ethical problems related to longitudinal care.

Introduction

A most significant change is occurring in health care: the patient is now at the center not only as a patient but also, more importantly, as a person and as a member of the care team. ...

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