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Mid-Atlantic CMSA Fall Newsletter 2026 
President's Report
As we welcome fall, thank you to all our CMSA Mid-Atlantic members for your continued support and commitment to the profession. We are excited about the opportunities ahead for education, networking, and professional growth.
Celebrate National Case Management Week October 11–17, 2026
Join CMSA in recognizing the dedication and impact of case managers through education, networking, and special activities. CMSA CM Week
Mid Atlantic Chapter Recognition Competition Nomination deadline: October 4, 2026
Recognize an Outstanding Case Manager! Nominate a colleague who demonstrates exceptional compassion, advocacy, dedication, collaboration, leadership, and commitment to patients, families, and the profession.
Continuing Education
Our chapter continues to offer monthly webinars and additional CE opportunities throughout the year. We encourage you to participate, share these opportunities with colleagues, and continue investing in your professional growth.
Connect With Us on LinkedIn
We have increased our chapter's presence on LinkedIn and are sharing more news, educational opportunities, chapter updates, and information about case management.
Please follow us, like our posts, and leave a comment! Your engagement helps us expand our reach and connect with more case management professionals.
Thank You, Nicki!
We would like to recognize Nicki Pappas, who is retiring in October after many years of dedicated service as our Chapter Secretary. Thank you, Nicki, for your commitment, leadership, and countless contributions to the CMSA Mid-Atlantic Chapter. You will be missed!
We are currently looking for someone interested in filling the Secretary position. If you would like to become more involved in chapter leadership, please let us know.
Stay Connected
Thank you for being part of the CMSA Mid-Atlantic Chapter. We look forward to continuing to learn, connect, and celebrate one another!
Suzanne Kunze
President CMSA Mid-Atlantic Chapter
Welcome New Members
We would like to welcome our newest members this quarter. Welcome Lisa Eck, Lisa Lokuta and CineLouise Crisp! We are very happy you have joined us!
Case Management Week
Click here to register for events:
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Click here to support the month-long schedule.
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CMSA UM Microcredential
Utilization Management (UM) Microcredential Overview
The Utilization Management (UM) Microcredential is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to demonstrate foundational knowledge and applied skills in utilization management. The credential validates competence in medical necessity review, documentation, care coordination, and payer–provider collaboration within modern healthcare delivery systems.
The UM Microcredential is a focused, competency‑based credential that emphasizes practical application and scenario‑based decision‑making related to utilization management roles and responsibilities.
Who Is This For?
- Utilization Management Professionals
- Case Managers
- Nurses and Social Workers in UM roles
- Professionals transitioning into UM
- Organizations seeking standardized UM validation
Candidate Handbook
All applicants are strongly encouraged to review the UM Microcredential Handbook prior to submitting an application. The handbook provides detailed information about:
- Eligibility requirements
- Application documentation
- Assessment policies and procedures
- Exam administration, retakes, and appeals
See CMSA.org for more detailed information
New to CM?
The Scope of Practice for Professional Case Managers is a self-paced, online course that provides detailed insights into the roles, responsibilities, and guiding principles of case management, ensuring that participants understand the ethical and practical boundaries within which they must operate.
This course will cover the fundamentals of case management, including the definition, philosophy, and standards of practice as outlined by the Case Management Society of America (CMSA). Participants will learn about the case management process, including assessment, planning, monitoring, resource management, care coordination, and evaluation of outcomes. The course will also explore various practice settings for case managers, such as inpatient, outpatient, community-based programs, and payer settings.
Earn 2.5 hours RN, CCM, SW CE credits.
- Members: $59
- Nonmembers: $129
For more details, group pricing & registration please go to CMSA.org