Over the past several years, the rise of telehealth has resulted in an increased interest in remote patient monitoring (RPM) and similar services. According to a factsheet produced by the American Hospital Association (AHA), over three-fourths (76%) of US hospitals “connect with patients and consulting practitioners at a distance through the use of video and other technology.”
The most obvious benefit of RPM—for patients and providers alike—is convenience, but that’s just one of its advantages. All things considered, what are the benefits of remote patient monitoring for patients and providers? Keep reading for an overview of RPM services and their benefits, so you can make informed decisions about whether it’s worth making these services available to your patients.
The Benefits of Remote Monitoring for Patients
RPM empowers patients to take an active role in their healthcare journey from the comfort of their own home. They are given the tools and support needed to monitor their health closely. By having their health data collected and analyzed regularly, patients can receive timely feedback and interventions from their healthcare providers, reducing the likelihood of health deteriorations that lead to ER visits.
For patients with mobility issues or those who live in remote areas, RPM can provide high-quality care in an accessible way. This convenience can have a significant positive impact on patients engaging with and adhering to their healthcare plans.
Patients also have oversight from their providers who can advise them to seek emergency care if the situation warrants it. Life with a chronic health condition can be difficult and scary—RPM can enhance patient quality of life and instill a sense of security and empowerment, since they know their health is being watched over without stepping into a doctor’s office.
- Empowering patients to better understand their condition(s). Of course, patient education is always a component of treatment—but engaging with RPM makes their care a more hands-on endeavor.
- Reducing patients’ care-related costs. Because RPM involves regular monitoring, it becomes much easier to detect issues before they might require costly interventions or ER/hospital visits.
- Establishing dialogue—and increasing understanding—between providers and patients. Especially with large caseloads, it’s not always easy for providers to establish meaningful, constructive relationships with every patient. RPM makes it easier for providers to keep their patients engaged and informed, building trust and establishing better patient-provider relationships.
The Benefits of Remote Monitoring for Providers
For healthcare providers, RPM offers efficient technology tools that integrate seamlessly into their existing healthcare systems. With the capability to monitor patients remotely, providers can identify potential health issues before they escalate, improving patient outcomes, enhancing the efficiency of healthcare delivery, and optimizing resource utilization within healthcare facilities.
In addition, RPM systems are scalable, making it easier for healthcare providers to expand their services as needed without significant additional costs. With modern technology platforms like that offered by TimeDoc Health, it is increasingly feasible to manage a large patient population effectively—a crucial ability in the face of growing healthcare demands.
The wealth of data collected through RPM devices gives healthcare providers the ability to make more informed decisions. This data-driven approach can lead to personalized treatment plans based on the specific needs and responses of each patient, enhancing the overall effectiveness of medical interventions.
- Enabling providers to make data-driven decisions for patient care. The more data a provider has at their disposal, the easier it is for them to make timely and informed decisions on their patients’ behalf.
- Increasing provider efficiency—and revenue. When patients require fewer in-person visits and can prevent hospitalizations, it increases providers’ ability to work efficiently and reduce costs.
TimeDoc Health: Discover the Remote Patient Monitoring Benefits
When used as a complement to traditional care, TimeDoc Health’s platform elevates the standard of care, by:
- Encouraging patient engagement with personalized care,
- Facilitating care coordination for a comprehensive treatment approach,
- Supporting timely interventions through RPM, and
- Improving access to care and addressing social determinants of health (SDOH).
The best part? It’s cost-effective and easy to use. Visit our website to learn more about the benefits of remote monitoring with TimeDoc Health, or contact us to get started.
