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Telehealth reimbursement policy has shaped how millions of patients reach their providers over the past decade. This guide walks through the history of telehealth reimbursement policy, where Medicare stands now, and what providers should watch heading toward the next deadline. A Short History of Telehealth Reimbursement Policy For most of Medicare’s history, telehealth reimbursement policy […]
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Star ratings for hospitals are public indicators of clinical quality, patient satisfaction, and safety. As value-based care expands, hospitals are looking for practical ways to improve outcomes and protect revenue. Star ratings for hospitals give patients a quick read on performance, and they give administrators a scorecard tied to reputation and reimbursement. This article explains
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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is the use of connected medical devices to collect a patient’s health data at home and send it to their care team. Remote patient monitoring services let providers track vital signs such as blood pressure, weight, blood glucose, pulse oximetry, and respiratory flow between office visits. The data moves securely to
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Chronic care management (CCM) emphasizes care coordination and education, while remote patient monitoring (RPM) enables preventive care. Shifting from reactive to preventive care improves patient health outcomes, lowers costs, and increases reimbursement opportunities. Monitoring vitals at home between office visits is an example of preventive vs reactive healthcare. RPM helps detect risks early, reducing emergency
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CPT code 99453 was established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to compensate healthcare providers for the setup and patient education tied to the devices used in remote patient monitoring (RPM). It is one of six RPM CPT codes (99453, 99445, 99454, 99457, 99458, and 99470) outlined in the 2026 CMS final
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Companies offering remote patient monitoring (RPM) solutions often face the question: How does remote patient monitoring work? Many healthcare providers understand the benefits of RPM but are unsure where to begin. This comprehensive guide explains how remote patient monitoring works, benefiting RPM service providers, software companies, chronic care management organizations, and telehealth businesses. It also
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Successfully scaling a remote patient monitoring (RPM) program relies on two things: improving patient outcomes and maintaining strict billing compliance. For healthcare providers, the biggest operational hurdle is often meeting the requirements for CPT Code 99454. Here is a breakdown of the best RPM devices designed specifically to maximize patient adherence for a more complete
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For the first time in five years, the number of hospitals facing readmission penalties is increasing. As healthcare executives look for strategies to improve patient outcomes and protect revenue, a new initiative from the CMS Innovation Center is emerging as a powerful tool: the CMS ACCESS Program. While our previous article covered the basics of
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Medication adherence tracking is key to managing chronic conditions. Ensuring patients follow their prescribed medication regimens helps prevent disease progression, reduce hospitalizations, and improve overall health outcomes. In this article, we examine remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM), how it is used for medication adherence tracking musculoskeletal (MSK) and respiratory conditions, and how RTM reimbursement works. Additionally, we
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