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It has become increasingly popular to use apps, Bluetooth devices, and wearable monitors to connect patients to their doctors and help them stay on top of their health. According to Insider Intelligence, an estimated 30 million U.S. patients will use remote patient monitoring tools by 2024. With mobile devices in everyone's hands, remote patient monitoring is convenient and effective, allowing people to be in control of their health.

To learn more, check out the infographic below, created by Maryville University's online Master of Health Administration program.

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) allows healthcare providers to monitor and collect medical and health data using apps and wireless devices. It's associated with a whole host of benefits. For example, RPM increases adherence, as 45% of people with chronic conditions consistently forget to take medications without help. It also minimizes the number of sudden emergencies that would happen to those people when they forget medication. Patients also like it, with one survey finding 37% felt they had more control over their personal health using RPM.

Remote patient monitoring traces its roots back to 1948, when a doctor first sent X-ray images via telephone wires. Progress was slow, but by 1959, neurological exams were being electronically transmitted for consultation, and by the 1990s, use of the internet in healthcare settings had become commonplace - paving the way for easier RPM.

More recently, an Insider Intelligence survey showed that 23.4 million patients used RPM in 2020. The University of Pittsburgh employed the technology to reduce hospital readmissions by 76%. How did it become so successful? McKinsey attributes RPM's adoption to patient willingness to use telehealth, incorporation by providers, and regulatory changes to access and reimbursement.

Medical technology companies are driving innovation and growth in the field. Some of the most common RPM devices include blood pressure monitors, weight monitors, and glucose monitors. Blood pressure monitors allow practitioners to perform ongoing monitoring and treat hypertension, while continuous weight monitoring allows healthcare professionals to assess trends and measure their patients' success. Glucose monitors can be critical, as they help mitigate risks that come from a sudden drop or rise in blood glucose level, alerting patients to take immediate action.

Dexcom develops, manufactures, and distributes continuous glucose monitoring systems for diabetes management. Medtronic's remote respiratory monitoring system enables physicians to track a patient's blood oxygen level, respiratory and pulse rate, and other vital signs. Philips Healthcare provides caregivers with tools to remotely track patients at home. ResMed uses cloud-connectable devices to track a sleeping patient's health and respiration. Senseonics manufactures a long-term, implantable continuous glucose monitoring system for people with diabetes.

As more baby boomers choose to age safely in their homes and the healthcare industry looks to provide better care at lower cost, demand for remote patient monitoring will grow. In-home remote monitoring can provide patients, their families, and physicians with the confidence that a patient's healthcare needs are being looked after.

So, what are the options for expanding RPM? Patients could receive tech-enabled medication administration, avoiding clinics and unnecessary in-person appointments. The shift to telehealth and RPM devices puts less stress on providers, allows for better patient-to-physician ratios, and frees more time for quality and focused care. With data being collected, healthcare providers can develop better population health insights and provide better care overall.

According to Insider Intelligence, the global RPM systems market will be worth more than $1.7 billion by 2027 - a 128% increase from its current valuation. Additionally, according to a 2021 Vivalink survey, 43% of medical providers believe that RPM will be on par with in-patient monitoring within five years.

Technology continues to charge ahead, and the healthcare system is advancing along with it. Virtual visits, continuous monitoring, and tech-assisted services make getting care more convenient than ever. When healthcare providers have more data, they can better address their patients' needs, and their patients can feel confident that their healthcare providers are caring for them. Remote patient monitoring is already being integrated into the healthcare system, and its use will continue to grow.
Sources Insider Intelligence, "The Technology, Devices, and Benefits of Remote Patient Monitoring in the Healthcare Industry" McKinsey & Company, "Telehealth: A Quarter-Trillion-Dollar Post-COVID-19 Reality?" mHealthIntelligence, "Hospitals Are Finding ROI in Remote Patient Monitoring Programs" MSI International Inc., "Americans View Remote Monitoring of Health Favorably" Neoteryx, "A Brief History on the Remote Patient Monitoring System" Prevounce, "A Comprehensive Guide to Remote Patient Monitoring"

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Remote Patient Monitoring: What It Is and Why It's Important

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What is remote patient monitoring? RPM devices allow healthcare providers to improve quality of care and empower patients to improve their own health.

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December 7, 2021

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Remote Patient Monitoring, or RPM is a type of patient monitoring that allows healthcare providers to monitor their patients outside of the traditional clinical setting. As time evolves, technologies such as Telehealth, virtual visits, and other advances are becoming more popular and appealing to patients. RPM gives patients convenience and the flexibility to be in control of their health from home. Per Insider Intelligence, by 2024, an estimated 30 million U.S. patients will use remote patient monitoring (Wordpress, 2023).

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Care Coordination Presented by ThoroughCare

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Remote Patient Monitoring: How It Benefits Patients

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Convenience

Flexibility

Better patient engagement

Improved patient outcomes

Improved patient adherence

Continuous monitoring

Early detection

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Technological learning curve for patients

Software connectivity

Lack of real-time patient monitoring

Reliability of patient's involvement

Chance of data breaches

Lack of face-to-face interaction

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I have never been in the position to use RPM personally, but I do have grandparents that I think would be great candidates for it. There are a lot of patients in the older generation that just simply don't want to get out and go to a doctor's office. A lot of times, this is the driving factor for no-shows and cancellations. My grandparents tell me all the time that they "just don't feel like driving that far" when asked about making it to their doctor appointments. RPM would give them the convenience and comfort of being in their own home while also seeing a provider for needed health concerns. With the way technology is moving, I think RPM is a great innovation and will continue to improve patient outcomes.

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Harmony being my top strength gives me the ability to build relationships with people and seek common ground to further promote teamwork and cooperation. The achiever strength gives me the motivation to accomplish and work hard at meeting my goals. Responsibility allows me to be dependable and committed to what I said I would do. Empathy can be very beneficial in being able to relate to others' feelings and emotions which can further bond relationships together. Discipline gives me the structure and productivity needed to accomplish tasks on time.

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Patient Safety Network. (2023, March). Remote Patient Monitoring. https://psnet.ahrq.gov/perspective/remote-patient-monitoring

WordPress (2023, October 26). Remote Patient Monitoring: What it is and why it’s important. Maryville University Online. https://online.maryville.edu/blog/remote-patient-monitoring/

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