Heart failure (HF) affects approximately 6.2 million people in the United States and has a 5-year mortality rate of approximately 42%. The 30-day heart failure hospital readmission rate is 23%. In many cases, these readmissions are caused by factors such as blood pressure increases that could be avoided if proactively managed.
Clinical research shows that remote patient monitoring can reduce hospitalizations, readmissions, and mortality for heart failure patients by enabling clinicians to intervene in a timely manner and proactively adjust treatment and/or medication at home. Blood pressure monitors can be used to monitor blood pressure. In addition, remote weight scales can be used to detect spikes in weight from fluid retention, an early sign of heart failure exacerbations.
Structured telephone support improved patient quality of life, self-care behaviors, heart failure knowledge, and overall satisfaction relative to patients without remote monitoring. Patients reported feeling more aware of their condition, more empowered to make appropriate lifestyle choices, and less anxiety.
We understand that healthcare providers need to direct their limited resources to programs that have been clinically proven to positively impact patient outcomes. That is why we compiled and synthesized a collection of 13 studies that scientifically demonstrate how RPM can help heart failure patients.
Physicians and ordering providers rely on the results of clinical research studies every day to make patient care decisions. If you have an existing RPM program or are considering launching one, these studies can be used to:
Clinical research has also demonstrated that RPM is effective for treating hypertension and diabetes. If you want to talk to an RPM expert about the clinical - and financial - benefits of RPM, please schedule a free consultation.