Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)

Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM), or Remote Physiological Monitoring, is a healthcare delivery method that uses technology to monitor patient health outside of traditional clinical settings.

RPM uses standard vital sign monitoring devices such as blood pressure cuffs or pulse oximeters. We issue these smart devices to patients and the readings obtained are automatically transmitted to both: (1) the care team that monitors vital signs during business hours; and (2) the Soteria Dashboards.

LifeBeacon 4G Spec (2).pdf

How do I order RPM devices for patients on my program?

To order your individual RPM tools for patients, fill out the RPM Device order form located in the patient record on the BlueStep platform. It is tab #18 in the patient's record in BlueStep.

What type of devices can I order for patients on my program?

Patients have an allotment of two devices that can be selected to generate their vital signs. A Continuous Glucose Monitor requires a diabetic diagnosis code as well as prescription to request.

RPM Alerts

When the physician orders the RPM device they want to issue to the patient, they have the opportunity to set the parameters for alerts. That is, they can instruct the care team on how to communicate with the physician practice (text, email, calls) and also the settings.

Soteria clients will have the opportunity to set the Standard and Escalated thresholds with all patients enrolled in the program on the RPM Device order form.

LifeBeacon Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) Tutorials

RPM Device Tutorial Resources

How to Use Scale

How to Use Pulse Oximeter

How to Use Thermometer

DEXCOM Tutorial Resources

Getting Started
Setting Alerts
Replacing the Sensor
Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) Requirements

CGM Checklist:

- Signed prescription for both the CGM Reader and the sensors

AND

Progress notes from patient's chart:
- Must have a diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus
- Indicate if patient is insulin dependent or not-insulin dependent. If not on insulin:

Patient must have history of problematic hypoglycemia:

o Level 2: More than 1 event of glucose <54 which the doctor had to adjust their diabetic regimen. Examples: Change in medications, diet, exercise, oral medications

o Level 3: An event which the patient needed assistance from family, caregiver, doctor, or hospital due to altered mental status

- Notes should indicate that the patient has received significant training using the CGM

This device is a purchased item through Medicare and belongs to the patient once issued. It does not need to be returned should the patient unenroll from your program.