Which statement best describes the difference between patient navigation and traditional case management in terms of barriers addressed?

Which statement best describes the difference between patient navigation and traditional case management in terms of barriers addressed?

• A. Case management focuses on removing barriers to timely care and ensuring access to services; patient navigation coordinates a care plan and resources.
• B. Navigation focuses on the financial aspects of care.
• C. Navigation and case management are identical.
• D. Patient navigation focuses on removing barriers to timely care and ensuring access to services; case management focuses on coordinating a care plan and resources.

Answer: (D)