Chronic Care Management (CCM)

Chronic Care Management (CCM)

Chronic Care Management (CCM) is a patient-centered service designed to provide continuous care and support for individuals living with chronic conditions. This pharmacist-led program focuses on improving health outcomes, reducing complications, and enhancing the quality of life through proactive disease management. By offering consistent monitoring, education, and coordination of care, CCM ensures patients receive comprehensive support beyond traditional office visits.

Steps in CCM

• Regular patient follow-ups
• Medication regimen optimization
• Monitoring drug-drug interactions
• Coordinating with healthcare providers
• Tracking vaccinations and screenings
• Providing chronic disease education
• Adhering to clinical guidelines
• Managing polypharmacy risks
• Adjusting treatment plans as needed
• Reducing hospital readmissions