Development and implementation of a nurse-based remote patient monitoring program for ambulatory disease management.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Numerous factors are intersecting in healthcare resulting in an increased focus on new tools and methods for managing care in patients' homes. Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is an option to provide care at home and maintain a connection between patients and providers to address ongoing medical issues.

Methods

Mayo Clinic developed a nurse-led RPM program for disease and post-procedural management to improve patient experience, clinical outcomes, and reduce health care utilization by more directly engaging patients in their health care. Enrolled patients are sent a technology package that includes a digital tablet and peripheral devices for the collection of symptoms and vital signs. The data are transmitted from to a hub integrated within the electronic health

SUBMITTER: Coffey JD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9794766 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature