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Managing a rheumatology condition can be challenging. Chronic Care Management helps eligible patients receive ongoing support outside of and between doctor visits, so you do not have to manage your health alone.
Chronic Care Management, often called CCM, is a service for patients living with two or more chronic conditions expected to last at least 12 months or longer. It is designed to improve continuity of care outside the exam room.
For Denver Arthritis Clinic patients, CCM can be especially helpful when managing ongoing rheumatologic and related medical conditions that require regular monitoring, medication management, follow-up communication, and coordinated care.
It adds another layer of support between appointments by helping patients stay connected to their care team, their treatment plan, and their health goals.
Patients must have two or more chronic conditions expected to last at least 12 months or for the rest of the patient’s life.
Your provider discusses the benefits of CCM, why you may be a good candidate, documents the discussion, and may prescribe CCM services.
Enrollment in CCM requires your consent before the service begins.
A comprehensive electronic care plan is created to include your goals, interventions, ongoing monitoring, and follow-up needs.
This may include communication with patients and healthcare professionals, medication adherence support, referrals, and assistance with scheduling.
Services are provided under provider supervision, and only one provider may bill for CCM services during a calendar month.
Chronic Care Management may be appropriate for patients with multiple chronic health conditions that require continued medical attention and coordination over time.
In a rheumatology setting, that can include autoimmune, inflammatory, bone, joint, and muscle-related conditions that often need long-term treatment planning.
Receive a care plan developed with your rheumatology team and built around your goals, treatments, and follow-up needs.
Ongoing check-ins can help keep your care plan active and your progress more closely followed.
CCM can help patients stay on track with medications, therapies, and other treatment recommendations.
Support may include coordination between your rheumatologist, primary care provider, and other specialists involved in your care.
CCM offers an added layer of communication and support in between standard office appointments.
Patients may be directed toward educational information, referrals, support resources, and other next steps tied to their care plan.
Medicare and many insurance plans may cover Chronic Care Management services. Depending on your coverage, a small monthly copay, deductible, or coinsurance may apply.
Coverage varies by plan. Our team can help answer general questions about what enrollment may involve and what to ask your provider.
If you are managing multiple chronic conditions and would benefit from additional support between appointments, ask your Denver Arthritis Clinic provider whether CCM may be a good fit.
Chronic Care Management eligibility, coverage, and out-of-pocket cost depend on clinical criteria and insurance benefits.