New Codes from the AMA could mean more RPM Reimbursement by 2025

The American Medical Association (AMA) is contemplating significant changes to Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) coding, potentially impacting providers and patients by 2025. Proposed revisions include introducing a new code to cover 2-15 calendar days of patient data, relaxing the requirement for care management time under existing codes, and adjusting interactive communication criteria. Daniel Tashnek, founder of Prevounce, views these changes as vital for promoting higher RPM adoption and program flexibility. He emphasizes that successful adoption hinges on Medicare and private payer alignment with the new codes. If implemented, these changes could expand RPM program scope, benefitting patients with chronic conditions and rural populations. Tashnek underscores the importance of providers updating their systems to comply with evolving coding rules to optimize reimbursement and patient care.