SCM Delivers Optimized Oncology Outcome SITUATION: A group came to Specialty Care Management with an open oncology case of a 68-year-old patient whose breast cancer had progressed to stage IV and metastasized to her liver. The patient, who had been the sole caregiver for her terminally ill husband, had delayed her own treatment, which was to include both surgery and chemotherapy. This delay had the potential to negatively affect the outcome of her treatment as well as her overall health and well-being. Craig R. Clemente | 267.544.0351 | cclemente@specialtycm.com www.specialtycm.com CASE STUDY SCM SOLUTION: Through SCM’s Oncology Case Management, the patient was encouraged to pursue immediate treatment for her diagnosis. The patient received both emotional support and educati

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