Solution: An employee-tailored approach

For employees with specific chronic conditions, employers can offer a tailored approach.

Focus on patients with the greatest need and most to gain. While RPM is beneficial, broad distribution might not be so. For example, several trials found no clinical benefit for heart failure patients who use RPM compared to standard care. Furthermore, a follow-up study showed that specific subgroups—those with prior heart failure or an implanted defibrillator—did see benefits from RPM.
Ensure effective integration of an RPM program into your organization’s wellness initiatives to provide support for employees. Individual assistance to help patients understand and effectively use RPM tools and technology support.
Provide comprehensive education about using health devices, empowering patients with knowledge to manage their health with confidence.
Integrate RPM data into your company’s personalized medication management and tailor treatments to each patient’s unique needs, further enhancing outcomes and fostering trust.

As more institutions adopt this effective patient management strategy, they must find a tool that fits with their individual system and needs.

Unlocking the full potential of RPM

RPM has the potential to improve health outcomes and reduce costs, but thoughtful policy is essential to unlock its full value.