Digital Health Programs
Guides, news, and lessons from running remote care programs: devices, logistics, software, and the operations in between.
5 Things We Learned from NCQA Summit 2024
We had an exciting and energizing experience at the 2024 NCQA Summit in Nashville. This conference also served as a treasure trove of insights for healthcare professionals and quality improvement experts. NCQA's annual gathering serves as a barometer for the state of the industry. This year's event was no exception, surfacing five important lessons that can help organizations enhance their quality of care, improve patient outcomes, and stay ahead of the curve. In this post, we'll unpack these five critical takeaways and discuss how they can be applied to drive meaningful change.
November 5, 2024
RPM Reimagined: 3 Game-Changing Insights into the AMA’s 2026 Reporting Shift
In a significant development, the American Medical Association (AMA) has announced the removal of the 16-day reporting requirement for remote patient monitoring (RPM) codes, effective January 2026. This policy change has significant implications for healthcare providers and organizations that specialize in RPM solutions.
October 31, 2024
Impilo Introducing The New Mobile SDK Platform: Elevating Remote Patient Monitoring for Seamless Device Integration
In recent years, healthcare has witnessed a transformative shift towards proactive and personalized care, approximately 1,300% Surge in Use for Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM). RPM is an innovative approach that harnesses the power of technology to monitor patients' health remotely, enabling early disease detection and timely interventions. The RPM market is expected to grow to USD 203.68 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 19.1% over the anticipated period. Building on this momentum - Impilo is proud to announce the launch of a new mobile SDK (software development kits) platform! The platform is designed to help healthcare companies to integrate seamlessly with 100s of devices natively within their own applications.
October 28, 2024
How to Use RPM to Improve HEDIS® Measures
HEDIS® (Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set) is one of the most valuable criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of healthcare treatments. The primary goal of HEDIS® is to improve healthcare outcomes, and achieving a high score is essential for health providers. But how can you maintain or raise your score? Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) can play a crucial role in this.
October 16, 2024
Impilo Now Offers Lab Tests at Home: A Game-Changer for Patient Convenience
Did you know that Impilo is now providing home lab testing services? With this new offering, you can perform a range of diagnostic tests from the comfort of your own home, including blood tests, glucose monitoring, and tests for signs of infectious diseases—among others!
October 14, 2024
Breaking Barriers in Chronic Care: Medicare and RPM Leading the Charge
Chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) pose significant challenges for both patients and healthcare providers. Managing these conditions is often a long-term, complex process that demands considerable time, effort, and financial resources.
September 4, 2024
The Weight Management Trifecta: GLP-1's, CGMs, and RPM
Weight management programs impact a vast number of individuals year after year. However, many traditional weight management strategies fall short in effectiveness, leading to increased costs for providers and suboptimal health outcomes for patients. At Impilo, we believe in leveraging technology and innovative treatment methods to improve weight management outcomes. One of our most promising solutions is the integration of GLP-1 medications and Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) within a Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) framework.
August 28, 2024
Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems (CGMs): A clinician’s perspective on how CGMs improve patient care quality
To be a leader in this healthcare industry, we rely heavily on our use of digital devices to provide the clinical data, both for the care team as well as for the patient. These devices allow patients to see first hand how their lifestyle and behaviors affect their overall health. One of the most crucial devices is a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), which allows patients to see the effects of food, drinks, exercise, sleep, and stress on their glucose levels, also known as blood sugar levels. I will be diving deeper into what a CGM is, how it can play a role in diabetes management, preventing and reversing other chronic conditions, and how it can optimize a patient's health. I will also illustrate how this data can provide insights for the clinical care team to help create a personalized care plan to tackle a patient's chronic condition. Lastly, I will discuss how remote patient monitoring (RPM) plays a role in healthcare today.
August 21, 2024
How GLP-1's Are Transforming Remote Weight Monitoring Programs
In recent months, the topic of GLP-1's, specifically Ozempic has been a popular topic of conversation. GLP-1s are becoming more prominent in remote weight loss programs, particularly as virtual care and remote patient monitoring become increasingly popular.
August 1, 2024
Comparing the Freestyle Libre CGM and Dexcom CGM
Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) are opening doors in diabetes management by providing real-time glucose data and reducing the need for frequent finger sticks. Two of the leading CGMs on the market today are the Freestyle Libre by Abbott and the Dexcom G6. Both offer unique features and benefits, making them popular choices among individuals with diabetes. This guide will compare the Freestyle Libre and Dexcom CGMs to help you make an informed decision about which device might be best for you.
July 16, 2024
Remote Patient Monitoring for Maternal Health: A Solution for Managing High-Risk Pregnancies
Pregnancy is a journey in one's life that brings joy, anticipation, and excitement. However, it can also come with its own set of challenges, especially for expecting mothers who develop high-risk conditions. In recent years, solutions have been incorporated into healthcare delivery to make care more accessible and manageable. One solution is Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM).
June 11, 2024
Overcoming Device Return Challenges in Remote Patient Monitoring
A challenge faced by providers and clinicians in RPM programs is the low return rates on devices used for monitoring. Devices that are not returned lead to unnecessary costs, inefficient resource allocation, and limited availability of devices for other patients. This issue highlights the critical need for an effective return management solution to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and overall ROI of RPM programs
May 22, 2024