Prevounce Health

MassDevice wrote about our recent launch of the Pylo OX1-LTE, a cellular-connected pulse oximeter designed for remote patient monitoring.

Read more below⬇️

Prevounce Health launches pulse oximeter for remote patient monitoring Prevounce Health announced today that it launched its first blood oxygen device for remote patient monitoring, Pylo OX1-LTE.

A recent study shows that remote monitoring of lung function using home spirometry and pulse oximetry is not only feasible but also well-received by patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD). With an impressive 91.2% median adherence rate, this approach could revolutionize how we manage ILD care, making it more accessible and efficient. Participants who responded to an experience questionnaire (n = 33) found remote measurements easy to perform and 75% wished to continue monitoring their at the conclusion of the study.

Feasibility and acceptability of remotely monitoring spirometry and pulse oximetry as part of interstitial lung disease clinical care: a single arm observational study - Respiratory Research Background Remote monitoring of patient-recorded spirometry and pulse oximetry offers an alternative approach to traditional hospital-based monitoring of interstitial lung disease (ILD). Remote spirometry has been observed to reasonably reflect clinic spirometry in participants with ILD but remote m...

The American Telemedicine Association wrote a letter urging CMS to preserve pandemic-era telehealth flexibilities. In the letter the ATA urges CMS to address the 16-day data reporting requirement for RPM, "We strongly urge CMS to reconsider and reduce the 16-day data reporting requirement permanently to better support the integration of digital health technologies into patient care."

Read the letter below

www.americantelemed.org

According to the CDC about 46 million Americans ~ 15% of the U.S. population live in rural areas. People who live in rural areas of the United States are more likely than urban residents to die prematurely from chronic diseases. The CDC's Advancing Health Equity in Chronic Disease webpage states, "Telehealth can be an effective approach for communication and counseling. It's also a good way for doctors to monitor their patients' chronic conditions, like heart or lung disease. Better monitoring can improve patients' quality of life and reduce hospital admissions and deaths from chronic diseases." This reinforces that remote care management programs like RPM and CCM can help bridge gaps in care, especially for rural Americans.

Preventing Chronic Diseases and Promoting Health in Rural Communities CDC works to improve rural health through funding, research, surveillance, and telehealth.

We just launched the Pylo OX1-LTE, a new pulse oximeter designed for remote patient monitoring. The Pylo OX1-LTE is FDA-cleared and uses cellular connectivity to transmit real-time oxygen saturation and pulse rate data to healthcare providers, making it easier to monitor patients with conditions like COPD and asthma.

The Pylo OX1-LTE pulse oximeter features highly reliable connectivity, impressive device quality, and ease of use, all at an appealing price point.

Prevounce Health Launches Pulse Oximeter for Remote Patient Monitoring Prevounce Health announces the launch of its first cellular-connected pulse oximeter for remote patient monitoring: the Pylo OX1-LTE

With a 3-to-1 ROI, Ochsner Health - a New Orleans-based, physician-led system - has transformed value-based care through proactive remote monitoring. Highlights include:
- 79% of patients met BP goals within 6 months
- 81% achieved A1c goals in the same period
- $2,200 saved per patient annually

Ochsner Health sees big return on investment in remote care Ochsner’s Connected Health program helps patients with hypertension and type 2 diabetes avoid the hospital and the emergency department.

Remote patient monitoring is saving patient lives! After surviving heart failure, John found a lifeline in RPM. With continuous monitoring and proactive decisions, John’s health has improved, reducing his risk of future complications. RPM is more than just technology—it’s about empowering patients like John to take control of their health.

Read about John's RPM journey here⬇️

www.mhs.net

Great news for young people with type 1 diabetes! A new study finds that using CGM with remote patient monitoring (RPM) helps most achieve their HbA1c goals, supporting better blood sugar control and long-term health.

Most young people with type 1 diabetes meet HbA1c goal with CGM, remote patient monitoring Young people with type 1 diabetes enrolled in a digital health program with early initiation of continuous glucose monitoring plus remote patient monitoring had better glycemic outcomes than historical controls, according to study data. As Healio previously reported from the pilot 4T (teamwork, targ...

The VA's Remote Patient Monitoring–Home Telehealth (RPM-HT) program is transforming veterans' healthcare by reducing hospital admissions by 41% and reducing days in the hospital by 70%. By enabling veterans to monitor their health from home and providing personalized support, this program catches medical issues early, improving quality of life.

RPM–HT saves Veteran lives, reduces hospital admissions - VA News The Remote Patient Monitoring–Home Telehealth (RPM–HT) program tracks Veterans’ vital signs to catch medical issues earlier.

The RPM program at Erie County Medical Center in New York State has successfully reduced blood pressure in patients, with 74% of participants achieving an average blood pressure below 140/90 with three months of enrollment. The program includes advanced analytics, patient education, and comprehensive care coordination, addressing both clinical and social determinants of health.

Remote patient monitoring reduces blood pressure for patients in New York State Erie County Medical Center Corporation's RPM initiative has been successful in "improving health outcomes and reducing the risks associated with hypertension," says its VP of population health.

Rural hospitals can see huge benefits from implementing telehealth services such as Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and Chronic Care Management (CCM). Research shows that rural hospitals lacking telehealth services are losing patients to urban hospitals that offer these services, leading to significant financial challenges​.

Lack of telehealth services hurts rural hospital finances | TechTarget A new study reveals that rural hospitals are losing patients -- and, inherently, revenue -- to urban facilities offering telehealth services.

Curious how the 2025 Physician Fee schedule might impact your organization? Here are 5 of the Biggest 2025 Proposed Changes to Remote Care Management.

5 More of the Biggest 2025 Proposed Changes to Remote Care Management This blog covers 5 key changes related to remote care management that are included in Medicare's 2025 Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule.

A new study shows that hospital-at-home care is appealing and viewed as safe by many Americans. Hospital-level care can often be provided at home for many patients with acute conditions using remote patient-monitoring and other tools.

Read more below⬇️

Study: Americans find hospital-at-home care appealing and safe Hospital-level care provided in a patient's own home is appealing to a majority of people for its convenience, comfort and effectiveness, according to a USC Schaeffer Center study.

This systematic review showed that RPM interventions improved patient safety and adherence. In terms of cost-related outcomes, they significantly reduced the risks of hospital admissions, readmissions, length of stay, outpatient visits, and non-hospitalization costs.

A systematic review of the impacts of remote patient monitoring (RPM) interventions on safety, adherence, quality-of-life and cost-related outcomes - npj Digital Medicine Due to rapid technological advancements, remote patient monitoring (RPM) technology has gained traction in recent years. While the effects of specific RPM interventions are known, few published reviews examine RPM in the context of care transitions from an inpatient hospital setting to a home enviro...

The American College of Cardiology just released their Remote Patient Management workbook with a primary focus on protocols, best practices and practical insights to help clinicians successfully navigate remote patient management. The workbook guides cardiovascular health care professionals on key facets of remote patient management.
Read it here⬇️

www.acc.org

One of the most significant changes in the 2025 PFS Proposed Rule was the addition of Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM) codes. Here is what you need to know

Proposed Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM) Program: What to Know The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 2024 Physician Fee Schedule final rule which included the introduction of new Advanced Primary Care Codes (APCM)

Did you miss our webinar explaining the proposed changes to the 2025 Physician Fee Schedule? Watch the on demand webinar here.

Understanding Medicare's 2025 Proposed Changes to Remote Care Management This on-demand webinar covers Medicare's 2025 Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule and it's potential impact on remote care management programs.

🔎We analyzed new CMS data so you don't have to! CMS recently released its latest data on the frequency of Medicare providers delivering RPM and CCM services. Read our latest blog with 5 key takeaways.📈

CMS Releases New RPM and CCM Data: 5 Key Takeaways With the release of CMS data for RPM and CCM in 2022, these are 5 takeaways on the trends in usage for codes 99490 and 99454 across specialties and states.

Event Reminder! Want to learn how Medicare's proposed changes to the Physician Fee Schedule may affect your healthcare organization? Register for the "Understanding Medicare's 2025 Proposed Changes to Remote Care Management" webinar next Tuesday, July 30th, at 2PM EDT.

Understanding Medicare's 2025 Proposed Changes to Remote Care Management In this webinar, learn from experts about the proposed changes in Medicare's 2025 Physician Fee Schedule rule.

This qualitative study exploring the patient experience of hypertensive individuals in an RPM program found some drivers and barriers to patient satisfaction:

✅ Personalized Care: Physician recommendations and the desire for better BP management drive engagement.
📞 Positive Feedback: Patients appreciated the personalized phone calls from a nurse, better understanding of hypertension, and the convenience of remote monitoring.
🚫 Barriers: Work conflicts and forgetfulness can hinder participation.

To boost engagement, RPM policies should address barriers like and improve communication methods.



📖 Read more:

Patient Experience in a Remote Patient Monitoring Program for Hypertension: A Qualitative Study AbstractBACKGROUND. Remote patient monitoring (RPM), which includes out-of-office blood pressure (BP) measurement, coupled with interventions including tel

New research confirms that remote patient monitoring significantly reduces days in the hospital and improves survival rates for heart failure patients with diabetes. This approach also enhances patients' quality of life, offering a promising solution for managing chronic conditions.

https://hubs.li/Q02DMdjF0

Want to learn more about the changes under consideration in the 2025 PFS Proposed Rule? Read our blog for 8 significant changes CMS is considering. We also encourage you to register for our webinar that will go into depth on these topics.

2025 PFS Proposed Rule: PFS Webinar - CMS Weighing Big Changes to RPM and CCM Addressing Major proposed changes in the CMS fee schedule

Read about 8 noteworthy changes under consideration in the 2025 PFS Proposed Rule. Major changes in RPM/CCM for FQHCs, big news for virtual direct supervision, new billing opportunities, and more!

2025 PFS Proposed Rule: PFS Webinar - CMS Weighing Big Changes to RPM and CCM Addressing Major proposed changes in the CMS fee schedule

CMS has released its 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule, introducing significant changes to remote care management! These changes, if finalized, will impact remote patient monitoring (RPM), chronic care management (CCM), federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), and preventive services. While some updates may reduce payments, new opportunities for additional services could help offset these reductions.

Join us on July 30, 2024, at 2:00 PM EDT for our webinar, "Understanding Medicare's 2025 Proposed Changes to Remote Care Management." We'll cover:

- Addition of CCM and other care management services for Advance Primary Care model practices
- Overhaul of RPM and CCM expansion for FQHCs
- Changes to remote therapeutic monitoring
- Coverage for behavioral health software-based digital therapeutics
- New caregiver training services
- Updates to cardiovascular risk assessment services
- Recommendations on social needs services
- Virtual Care Changes including audio-only telehealth and virtual direct supervision

📅 Date: July 30, 2024
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM EDT
👉 Register Now: https://hubs.li/Q02GrFSr0

What Chronic Care Management Success Looks Like in 2024 In this webinar, learn from experts about the fundamentals of building a successful chronic care management (CCM) program in 2024.

Is your organization developing an FQHC or RHC Remote Patient Monitoring program? In this blogpost, Daniel Tashnek, JD highlights 10 things to know when developing an RPM program for FQHCs and RHCs.💡

Developing an FQHC or RHC Remote Patient Monitoring Program: 10 Things to Know CMS has extended remote patient monitoring coverage to FQHCs and RHCs. Here are 10 things FQHCs and RHCs should consider when starting an RPM program.

The quality improvement coaching program in Los Angeles County's Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) is enhancing chronic disease management for conditions like hypertension and diabetes. Despite challenges like staff turnover, this initiative has achieved key performance goals, showcasing the potential for chronic care management in underserved communities.

Improving Chronic Disease Management Using a Quality Improvement Coaching Program for Federally Qualified Health Centers - JPHMP Direct Quality improvement coaching programs can help Federally Qualified Health Centers overcome barriers to improving chronic disease management and care. Learn more: https://wp.me/p7l72S-aaJ Read the article in the Journal of Public Health Management and Practice: https://bit.ly/45lC00H

Healthcare innovation is accelerating at an unprecedented pace, and cardiology is on the brink of transformative change using new forms of remote monitoring and artificial intelligence (AI). Thomas M. Maddox shared at ACC.24 how new remote monitoring technologies are transforming patient care.

Remote monitoring, AI to play key roles in the future of cardiology Serious changes could be coming to a cardiology practice near you.

🩺 New international guidelines now provide crucial monitoring strategies for early-stage Type 1 diabetes (T1D) in children and adults. The guidance emphasizes regular monitoring to prevent diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and improve health outcomes.

First Consensus Guidance Published on Monitoring Early-Stage Type 1 Diabetes The international statement targets primary care clinicians and endocrinologists with detailed guidance on monitoring disease progression and providing education.

Read our latest blog by our Clinical Lead, Dr. Arun Chandra, on the critical role of Remote Patient Monitoring and cardiac monitoring in managing congestive heart failure. Learn about the effectiveness of tracking basic vital signs and discover key takeaways from the 2023 Journal of the American College of Cardiology scientific statement on "Remote Monitoring for Heart Failure Management at Home." 🩺

Remote Patient Monitoring to Improve Heart Failure Management This column examines the value and necessity of RPM and cardiac monitoring in congestive heart failure management and effectiveness of vital sign tracking

OSF HealthCare’s innovative care transition program reduced readmission rates from 29% to 9%, thanks to remote patient monitoring systems.

Read more⬇️

OSF deploys care transition program, reduces readmission rate from 29% to 9% The sophisticated program employing patient monitoring, patient tracking and reporting technologies also has enhanced patient follow-up and engagement and yielded a big win on overall healthcare delivery.