Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)

Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) is a healthcare delivery method that uses technology to monitor patients outside of conventional clinical settings, such as in their homes. RPM programs collect physiological data -- including vital signs, weight, blood glucose, and activity levels -- and transmit it to healthcare providers for assessment and intervention when needed.

In the United States, RPM is recognized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) with specific CPT codes for reimbursement, including codes for device setup, data collection, and clinical monitoring time. RPM has been shown to reduce hospital readmissions, improve chronic disease management outcomes, and increase patient engagement in their own care.

Traditional RPM requires patients to use dedicated monitoring devices such as blood pressure cuffs, pulse oximeters, or glucose monitors. Contactless RPM using rPPG technology eliminates the need for these devices by enabling vital signs measurement through any smartphone or tablet camera, reducing barriers to enrollment and improving patient compliance with monitoring protocols.