Sector
Digital health, health IT, telemedicine, clinical tools, and health insurance technology.
Remote Patient Monitoring
Technology for monitoring patient health outside clinical settings
The field
At a glance
Definition
Technology for monitoring patient health outside clinical settings
Technologies
Bluetooth-connected devices (blood pressure monitors, glucose meters, pulse oximeters, scales) transmit readings automatically. Clinical dashboards alert care teams to out-of-range readings. AI identifies trends and predicts deterioration from longitudinal data. Patient engagement tools maintain adherence through reminders and education. Integration with EHR systems documents RPM encounters for billing.
Applications
Hypertension management through daily blood pressure monitoring with clinician alerts. Diabetes management through continuous glucose monitoring with provider dashboards. Heart failure management through daily weight monitoring to detect fluid retention. Post-surgical monitoring ensures safe recovery at home.
Market and funding
The RPM market exceeded $2 billion in 2025 and is growing 20%+ annually. CMS RPM reimbursement codes enable sustainable revenue models.
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