Table 1

Key Elements of Multicondition Collaborative Care Management

Tasks and ObjectivesProcessParticipants
Identify goals or targetCollaborate to formulate specific and measurable targets (eg, BP, PHQ-9 [depression], HbA1c or BG, walk number of steps)Patient, primary care physicians, care managers
Support self-careMotivate, problem-solve to promote self-monitoring, adherence to medications, lifestyle changePatient; care managers
Monitor progressSystematic, proactive tracking, population-basedPatient, care manager, multi-disciplinary consultant
Treat-to-target case reviewsWeekly multidisciplinary caseload review, formulate treatment adjustment recommendations to primary care physician
Case-by-case training
Accountability for improving outcomes
Treat-to-target physician consultants, care manager
Care coordinationCommunicate and coordinate (eg, EHR, telephone, fax, or in person)Care manager
  • BG = blood glucose; BP = blood pressure; EHR = electronic health record; HbA1c = glycated hemoglobin.