New Remote Patient Monitoring Program Aims to Assist Chronic Care Patients

Watertown Regional Medical Center has launched a new remote patient monitoring program that aims to improve care for chronic conditions such as hypertension and heart failure. Aiming to improve access to care and health outcomes, Watertown Regional Medical Center (WRMC) in Wisconsin has created a remote patient monitoring (RPM) program to treat patients with chronic conditions such as hypertension and heart failure. Hypertension and heart failure, common conditions in the US, are associated with death, disability, and high costs. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 116 million adults in the US have hypertension, and 6.2 million have heart failure, according to a press release. Through a partnership with Cadence, WRMC has created an RPM program that involves using various cellular-enabled devices, such as blood pressure monitors and weight scales. These devices enable patients to track health metrics and report that information to their care teams while at home.