WHY A.I.? Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) is more than a buzzword—it’s a transformative force set to revolutionize healthcare sectors, starting with Remote Care. Due to the extensive data collected through Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and Chronic Care Management (CCM), A.I. is uniquely positioned to streamline healthcare services. By analyzing large datasets, A.I. can recognize trends and offer accurate predictions, allowing providers to offer individualized care, drastically improving efficiency compared to traditional methods.   ..read more

Every healthcare practice and organization is struggling with staffing shortages. The industry was already dealing with these challenges prior to the pandemic. The pandemic exasperated the problem, with mass resignations from COVID fatigue and many early retirements. There aren’t even enough teaching institutions for nursing in the U.S. All these trends are snowballing, leaving many practitioners to delay or slow the establishment of remote patient monitoring (RPM) programs. They know RPM enhances clinical outcomes for chronic condition patients ..read more

The nephrology field supports many patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), renal failure, and other kidney disorders. These are complex conditions that typically correlate with comorbidities of diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity. As a result, there is much to manage to ensure the best clinical outcomes. Monthly appointments usually won’t suffice in gathering vitals data to inform treatment plans. This specialty has become a significant adopter of remote care. The benefits of remote patient monitoring for nephrology extend care beyond the practice walls ..read more

The new era of chronic disease healthcare combines technology, data, insights and continuous care. With this approach, those with chronic conditions can achieve healthier outcomes. The key to this is remote patient monitoring (RPM). RPM healthcare delivers care continuity and real-time vital readings. As a result, physicians can make data-driven decisions. While RPM healthcare is expanding, thanks to improved clinical outcomes, increased reimbursements, and more sophisticated platforms, challenges persist. Those can be overcome with the right solutions, yielding benefits for practitioners and ..read more

Chronic conditions are becoming more prevalent, with 6 in 10 adults having one and 4 in 10 having two or more. Managing these conditions to drive healthier outcomes is the goal of any physician or practice. However, the successful deployment of chronic disease management programs can involve many barriers. One is the lack of internal resources to facilitate and maintain such programs in fear of the increased workload. The right program removes these obstacles and can actually decrease the workload for your team. Learn how the right chronic disease management platform provides this in this pos ..read more

Last updated: Jan 23, 2024 This is the fourth in our series on remote patient monitoring billing codes, focusing on HCPCS code G0511. Check out Part 1, which covers CPT® Codes 99453 and 99454; Part 2, which defines CPT® codes 99457, 99458, and 99091; and Part 3, which addresses some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the remote monitoring CPT® codes ..read more

Care teams face more than treating and managing the actual chronic diseases of patients. Socioeconomic and environmental factors also impact access to care, patient engagement, treatment adherence, and clinical outcomes. These social determinants of health (SDOH) in some cases are barriers to equitable and connected care. However, there are ways to address them when SDOH and remote patient monitoring (RPM) are taken into consideration as part of the care plan ..read more

It is important for pulmonologists and other healthcare professionals to keep up with the medical trends. Conferences made to this list are more than just chances to learn, they're lively events where you can explore the latest in respiratory care. You get to discover new treatments and the latest advancements that are changing how we look at pulmonology.    ..read more

As we step into 2024, the field of nephrology is set to host a series of transformative conferences, each holding immense significance for healthcare professionals dedicated to kidney care. These conferences provide a unique platform for sharing knowledge, participating in engaging discussions, and networking opportunities that are crucial for nephrologists devoted to enhancing patient care.   ..read more

As the field of endocrinology continues to evolve with incredible research and technological advancements, staying abreast of the latest developments becomes paramount for endocrinologists.   In 2024, numerous conferences are set to provide these medical professionals with invaluable opportunities to enhance their knowledge, exchange ideas, and network with peers and other experts in the field.   ..read more