A Mixed-Methods Evaluation of a Primary Care Remote Blood Pressure Monitoring Quality Improvement Pilot.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Remote blood pressure monitoring (RBPM) programs are increasingly utilized to improve hypertension care. Rigorous analysis of program outcomes including clinical effectiveness and participant experience can inform future initiatives.

Methods

During year 1 of the COVID-19 pandemic, we implemented a RBPM program for patients who: (1) received primary care in a single academic medical network, (2) were part of an accountable care financial arrangement, and (3) had uncontrolled hypertension. Evaluation combined a 6-month prospective cohort observational study (assessing the program's association with hypertension control and remote blood pressure [RBP] reporting) with surveys (assessing patient and care team experience.)Results:A total of 150 patients (mean age 57 y

SUBMITTER: Bakhshandeh H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12290354 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature