Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) refers to the use of digital technologies to collect health data from individuals outside traditional healthcare settings—typically from their homes—and electronically transmit that information to healthcare providers for assessment and recommendations.
This system allows clinicians to monitor patients continuously without needing in-person visits, making it ideal for managing chronic conditions, recovery tracking, or maintaining contact between sessions.
RPM is not just a tech buzzword—it’s reshaping how care is delivered. For therapy practices, especially in fields like speech therapy or ABA, it helps ensure continuity of care and supports long-term engagement. Here’s why it’s becoming essential:
In small clinics or solo practices, RPM can feel like adding an extra team member focused solely on patient follow-up.
RPM relies on a mix of devices, software, and workflows. Here’s a simplified breakdown of how it typically functions:
Patients are given devices such as blood pressure cuffs, glucose monitors, or wearable trackers. For therapy, this could include behavior tracking apps or speech session loggers.
These devices automatically gather health data or progress metrics and sync them with a central platform via Wi-Fi, cellular, or Bluetooth.
Providers (or AI assistants) receive alerts when metrics fall outside a set range, prompting quick intervention.
Clinicians may send messages, schedule follow-ups, or adjust treatment plans based on what they see—without needing a full appointment.
Modern RPM tools often connect directly with EHRs, making it easier to document progress, billing, and compliance in one step.
In many cases, yes. Medicare and several private insurers offer reimbursement for RPM services, especially for chronic condition management.
RPM is ideal for patients managing ongoing therapy, chronic illnesses, or those who struggle with attending frequent in-person appointments.
Legitimate RPM platforms follow strict HIPAA-compliant protocols, including encryption, secure logins, and access controls.
Yes. Many modern RPM solutions are plug-and-play and come with support, training, and user-friendly dashboards.
Telehealth involves live virtual visits. RPM is more passive and continuous—it collects data between visits to provide ongoing context.
Remote Patient Monitoring isn’t just for hospitals—it’s a powerful tool that therapy practices can leverage to stay connected, improve outcomes, and ease operational stress. Whether you're running a solo practice or managing a multidisciplinary team, RPM can give you the insights and flexibility you’ve been missing.
Want to explore how to bring RPM into your clinic workflow? Now’s a good time to look deeper.
