Case Studies in Population and Community Health Management

Healthcare leaders have long been trained in the key principles of management within the organization. However, numerous developments across the healthcare landscape--from evolving payment models to growing recognition of the social determinants of health--have highlighted the need to expand this training well beyond an internal focus. Today's leaders must be able to apply management concepts with a comprehensive understanding of the communities they serve, the populations for which they assume risk, and the numerous entities that provide or pay for services across the continuum of care. Case Studies in Population and Community Health Management presents a collection of real-world scenarios through which readers can develop and sharpen their ability to manage "beyond the walls" of a single institution. For each case, the reader is asked to analyze a health challenge facing a community, draw from the data and background information provided, consider specific target audiences and stakeholders, apply management theories, and, ultimately, decide on an appropriate course of action.