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Remote Paitent Monitoring

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What is remote patient monitoring?

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is the process of virtually monitoring the patient outside of the office using a device. The device then communicates this patient data to the patient’s provider¹.

Patients can use RPM for several conditions. Common illnesses that can utilize RPM include:

  • Diabetes
  • Heart conditions
  • High blood pressure
  • Asthma
  • Weight gain or loss
  • Sleep apnea
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)²

How remote patient monitoring works

An RPM system consists of a medical device that monitors health data. Common devices that can contribute to RPM include pulse oximeters, blood pressure monitors, weight scales, and blood glucose meters. RPM can also utilize other devices that are more complex, including heart monitors, apnea monitors, and breathing apparatuses².

As data is being collected, this information is communicated to the patient’s provider located in the office. Using this information, providers can evaluate the patient’s health status and make informed decisions about the patient’s plan of care¹.

Benefits of having remote patient monitoring at home

RPM has several advantages for the patient, provider, and healthcare system at large. These benefits include:

  • The ability to constantly monitor patient health
  • Detecting conditions early on and in real time
  • Reducing costs related to hospitalizations
  • Getting more accurate readings from the patient in the real world
  • Preventing disease worsening or death
  • Increasing efficiency within the healthcare system
  • The ability to address urgent or emergency issues in a timely manner

Our services

Executive Medicine offers several RPM services, including:

  • Collection of vitals (e.g., pulse rate, body temperature, breathing rate, and blood pressure)
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG) for those at risk of heart issues

Dr. Malik can collect this data remotely and in real-time, allowing him to monitor your health continuously and take appropriate action. 

References

  1. Malasinghe, L. P., Ramzan, N., & Dahal, K. (2019). Remote patient monitoring: A comprehensive study. Journal of Ambient Intelligence and Humanized Computing, 10(1), 57–76. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12652-017-0598-x
  2. Telehealth and remote patient monitoring | Telehealth.HHS.gov. (n.d.). Retrieved September 17, 2022, from https://telehealth.hhs.gov/providers/preparing-patients-for-telehealth/telehealth-and-remote-patient-monitoring/