| Aspect | Occupational Therapist Case Manager | Occupational Therapist |
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| Credentials | Occupational Therapy License, Case Management Certification (optional) | Occupational Therapy License |
| Work Environment | Healthcare settings, coordinating patient care, case planning | Rehabilitation centers, hospitals, clinics, direct patient therapy |
| Employer & Industry | Hospitals, insurance companies, rehab facilities | Hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools |
| Primary Focus | Managing patient cases, coordinating services, discharge planning | Providing therapeutic interventions to improve daily functioning |
Occupational Therapist Case Managers focus on coordinating patient care and managing cases, while Occupational Therapists primarily deliver hands-on therapy to improve patients' daily skills. Both roles require an Occupational Therapy License, but the case manager role emphasizes care coordination and case oversight.