Which of the following is NOT typically a component of case management in addiction services?

• A. Coordinating a full range of services and supports
• B. Linking clients to community resources
• C. Monitoring engagement and progress
• D. Providing direct medical diagnosis and treatment planning

Answer: (D)

Providing direct medical diagnosis and treatment planning is not typically a part of case management in addiction services. Case management centers on coordinating a broad range of services, linking clients to community resources, and monitoring engagement and progress to remove barriers to care. The case manager acts as a facilitator and advocate, helping clients access housing, employment support, transportation, legal aid, counseling, and other supports, and tracking how well services and referrals are working. Diagnosing medical or psychiatric conditions and creating medical treatment plans require clinical evaluation by licensed professionals; the case manager supports the process by gathering information, coordinating with the treatment team, and ensuring the plan is implemented, rather than performing the medical assessment or prescribing treatments. The other activities—coordinating services, linking to resources, and monitoring progress—are central to the case management role.