Continua Systems

Using the wrong size blood pressure cuff leads to “strikingly inaccurate BP measurements” according to JAMA. Cuffs that are too large lead to low readings, which can result in missed hypertension diagnoses. Cuffs that are too small will result in falsely high readings and overdiagnosing hypertension. Your RPM program needs multiple-sized blood pressure cuffs and Continua now provides clinically validated, cellular blood pressure devices in three sizes to meet every patient’s needs. Read more.   #rpm #remotepatientmonitoring #hypertension #devices #cuffsize #bloodpressure

A recent OIG report found that 43% of Medicare patients enrolled in RPM are not billing for all three components of RPM - device setup (CPT Code 99453), device supply (CPT Code 99454), and treatment (CPT Code 99457 and 99458). The report further states that RPM may not be being used as intended. However, this statistic fails to show that the RPM can deliver value even if patients are not meeting all of the requirements to bill all three codes. A patient with 15 days of reading in a month OR 15 minutes of care time would fall into the 43% referenced in the report. The report does underscore that for practices to maximize RPM engagement and billing they need easy-to-use cellular devices and sufficient staff for care management. #rpm #remotepatientmonitoring #devices #healthcare #cptcodes #cellulardevices

AMA may be removing the 16-day reading requirement in 2026. This could be one of the biggest changes to the RPM reimbursement rules in years. Contact us if you want to discuss how you can integrate our devices and shipping solution into your RPM or Remote Care software (we don't work directly with hospitals or practices). https://lnkd.in/gnKP_dXm

Heart failure is a complicated disease. RPM companies have used weight scales to detect fluid retention and catch potential exacerbations early. But many heart failure patients need more. In a recent AHA study, 48% of people with heart failure also had uncontrolled hypertension. And many have or are at risk for diabetes. These patients could benefit from multiple devices, but how do you convince patients to take regular weight, blood pressure, and blood sugar readings? With incredibly simple, easy-to-use devices. https://lnkd.in/ep4ze4vK #rpm #remotepatientmonitoring #devices #healthcare #heartfailure #hypertension

The future of healthcare is proactive, continuous care rather than episodic, reactive care. RPM has created a tremendous ability to collect continuous patient data. Monitoring clinicians have done a tremendous job using this data to see trends, catch early warning signs, and provide care interventions as needed. AI has the potential to take this to the next level. AI can quickly process thousands of data points in a way that humans simply cannot. The potential of integrating AI with RPM is exciting and just beginning. #rpm #remotepatientmonitoring #devices #healthcare #ai

The right devices matter. Patient adoption and engagement depend on devices being user-friendly and accurate. But how do you know which devices patients will embrace and want to use? In Part 1 of The Right RPM Devices Matter series, we profile a best-in-class blood pressure device and weight scale. Stay tuned for Part 2 featuring our recommendations for the best glucometer and pulse oximeter. #rpm #remotepatientmonitoring #devices #bloodpressure #weightscale #hypertension

CMS data shows continued growth across the board of all RPM CPT codes in terms of submissions and dollars. We are proud to support RPM companies and providers that support proactive, preventative care and happy to see that CMS is rewarding practices for continuous care. #rpm #remotepatientmonitoring #devices #continuouscare #cptcodes

FQHCs and RHCs have always struggled to provide the services their communities need with limited financial resources. The 2025 Medicare Fee Schedule Proposed Rule is breaking up the bundle of services under HCPCS G0511 into individual sets of codes for CCM, PCM, RPM, RTM, and more. In addition to allowing FQHCs and RHCs to bill more codes, these organizations can also bill the new value-based APCM codes. Read more about the new opportunity that this provides RPM companies. #devices #rpm #remotepatientmonitoring #FQHCs #prevenativecare #CMS #CPTcodes

September celebrates telehealth awareness and telehealth is clearly here to stay. What does the future of Telehealth look like? Kaiser’s Advanced Care at Home program which combines telehealth, RPM, and home visits may be a peek into the future. Kaiser is keeping patients at home with a lower 30-day readmission rate than the national average. See how with the right technology, physicians can provide the same role for patients at home as they can in a hospital.  #rpm #remotepatientmonitoring #telehealth #devices #hospitalathome  

Despite what we might hear in wireless commercials, dead zones still exist. Even in 2024. And the economics of the cellular industry mean they will likely always exist. But that doesn’t mean that rural patients won’t be able to use cellular RPM devices. They just need the right cellular device. See how multi-network devices can expand your cellular reach without adding more device types to your inventory. #rpm #remotepatientmonitoring #cellular #wireless #devices #connecteddevices