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🌟 The 2025 Remote Care Billing and Coding Guide is here! 🌟 Optimize Health proudly presents the latest edition of our annual guide—a must-have resource for navigating the evolving world of remote care reimbursement. 📚 What's inside? ✔️ Updates on CMS reimbursement programs, including APCM, RPM, RTM, CCM, and more. ✔️ New billing codes, average reimbursement rates, and guidelines. ✔️ Key FAQs to simplify compliance. ✔️ Insights on how remote care improves outcomes and reduces costs. Whether you're a physician, care team member, or healthcare organization, this guide is your ultimate resource for maximizing the benefits of remote care programs in 2025. 🛠️ Take proactive steps to improve patient care while diversifying your revenue streams. ➡️ Download your copy now: https://lnkd.in/e4SayNAM #RemoteCare #Healthcare #BillingAndCoding #OptimizeHealth #CMS #RPM #CCM #APCM

Ever-changing tariffs are a daily news fixture these days. And the implication that prices are going to rise for consumers. But healthcare is different. Healthcare providers don't have the luxury of passing on price increases to patients, and it's unrealistic to think reimbursement will increase to cover the additional cost of medical devices. Tariffs on China seem to be particularly volatile and we understand that uncertainty is difficult for providers and their RPM programs. Optimize Health is expanding our device providers to provide smart device and inventory management strategies for our partners. We're here to help. If you have concerns about how tariffs are going to impact your RPM program, contact us.

🚨 Medicare Audits for RPM & CCM Are Coming! 🚨 OIG’s September report found that 43% of RPM patients don’t meet the billing requirements for all RPM codes, which led OIG to conclude that additional oversight was necessary to avoid Medicare fraud. The time to prepare is now by ensuring: ✅ Accurate time tracking & billing ✅ Proper documentation of orders, consent, and medical necessity ✅ The right staff credentials for clinical monitoring ✅ Audit-ready remote care systems Read our latest blog to go in-depth on how you can prepare for a remote care audit.   https://lnkd.in/ejQ5mYNN

The fight against chronic disease doesn’t happen in hospital wings. It happens in exam rooms, through patient portals, during late-night charting, and in the quiet moments when physicians carry the weight of each diagnosis forward. This National Physicians Week, we honor the physicians who dedicate themselves daily to guiding patients through the complexities of chronic illness with unwavering commitment and compassion. Consider this: - 6 in 10 adults in the U.S. live with a chronic disease. - 90% of the nation’s $4.1 trillion in healthcare costs go toward managing these conditions. And when Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) is implemented, studies show it can reduce hospital admissions by as much as 57%—while improving blood pressure control and lowering A1c levels in patients with diabetes. (Source: JMIR Medical Informatics, 2023) These improvements don’t happen because of technology alone. They happen because of dedicated care teams—led by physicians, and supported by NPs, PAs, nurses, medical assistants, and staff who bring those care plans to life. At OptimizeHealth, we’re proud to work with providers across the country who are transforming chronic care into connected care—delivering better outcomes while also navigating the realities of burnout and limited time. To all the physicians we serve: thank you for your leadership, trust, and relentless care. To the teams around you: we see your impact too. 👇 In the comments, we’re sharing a resource on physician burnout and practical strategies to protect your well-being while improving chronic care. It’s worth a listen. #NationalPhysiciansWeek #ThankYouDoctors #RemotePatientMonitoring #ChronicCareManagement #TeamBasedCare #DigitalHealth #PhysicianBurnout

🌍💙 March is National Kidney Month 💙🌍 90% of people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) don’t know they have it. Early detection saves lives and improves outcomes. As we celebrate medical advancements from the first dialysis machine to recent FDA approvals of GLP-1s to manage CKD progression, we know innovation will continue to enhance kidney care. RPM also has the potential to transform kidney care by enabling continuous monitoring of cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic risk factors. Learn more about the origin of National Kidney Month and new advances in treating CKD here-> https://lnkd.in/eA3GN6pY #WorldKidneyDay #KidneyHealth #KidneyMonth #RemotePatientMonitoring #RPM #CKD #kidneydisease

⏳ Fasting & Chronic Conditions: What Patients & Providers Should Know For many, fasting during Lent & Ramadan is a time of reflection and faith. 🙏 But for those with chronic conditions like diabetes or heart disease, fasting can come with hidden risks ⚠️. 🔬 What Research Says: ✅ Some fasting practices improve blood pressure & cholesterol ❤️ ⚠️ Blood sugar levels can become dangerously low for some diabetics 🩸 💡 Medical guidance is essential before beginning any fasting regimen 👩⚕️ 📖 Read our latest blog to learn how fasting impacts chronic disease management and how providers can help patients fast safely & effectively. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eK7us799 #Fasting #Lent #Ramadan #HeartHealth #DiabetesCare #OptimizeHealth #RPM #CCM #ChronicConditions

Today is World Kidney Day. The 2025 World Kidney Day theme is “Are Your Kidneys OK? Detect early, protect kidney health.” With a focus on early detection and understanding risk factors, RPM has an important role to play. For the 850 million people with Chronic kidney disease (CKD), management of risk factors including diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and cardiovascular disease is critical to prevent severe complications. Daily blood pressure, weight, and A1C monitoring with the support of monitoring clinicians can make a huge difference. #rpm #remotepatientmonitoring #kidneyday #hypertension #diabetes #CKD #kidneydisease

Remote Patient Monitoring lives. See how dedicated monitoring nurses are leveraging RPM technology to create deeper patient connections and deliver meaningful health outcomes. From providing emotional support and a compassionate ear to helping caregivers navigate challenging transitions, these real patient stories showcase RPM's impact beyond vital sign tracking. https://lnkd.in/eGnd2TgN

Clinical research has established a clear link between mental health and cardiovascular wellness. As we celebrate American Heart Month, we must understand risk factors beyond diet and exercise, including stress and mental health. With 19% of US adults experiencing anxiety disorders, stress management and mental health is more important than ever. See how RPM can help providers take a holistic, proactive approach to managing the mental and physical aspects of heart health. Check out the details in our latest blog here-> https://lnkd.in/epZbQJeq #HeartHealthMonth #CCM #RPM #Telehealth

❤️ February is American Heart Month – A Legacy of Awareness, Innovation, and Action ❤️ Did you know that in 1921, heart disease became America’s leading cause of death, and at the time, it was seen as a death sentence? Fast forward to today, and thanks to decades of research, innovation, and advocacy, heart health is more proactive than ever. From the founding of the American Heart Association in 1924 to the first successful coronary bypass surgery in 1967, American Heart Month has played a crucial role in educating the public and advancing life-saving treatments. But the mission isn’t over—heart disease is still the #1 cause of death in the U.S. 🚀 What’s Next for Heart Health? ✅ New innovations like GLP-1 medications are showing promise in reducing heart attack and stroke risk. ✅ Remote care solutions like Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and Chronic Care Management (CCM) are shifting heart care from reactive to proactive. ✅ Public awareness campaigns like National Wear Red Day (Feb 2nd) continue to educate and inspire action. 💡 Heart health is an ongoing commitment, not just a moment in time. At Optimize, we’re helping healthcare providers take a proactive approach to heart care through remote monitoring and chronic care solutions. Let’s keep the momentum going this American Heart Month! Read our latest blog on the history of American Heart Month and the future of heart care: https://lnkd.in/eXrDfGiC #AmericanHeartMonth #HeartHealth #RemoteCare #RPM #OptimizeHealth #WearRedDay #PreventHeartDisease