Billing

Get the latest on CMS billing codes, remote patient monitoring (RPM), remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) reimbursement strategies, and how Tenovi helps remote patient monitoring companies, care companies, telehealth teams, FQHCs, and RHCs bill with confidence.

How do star ratings for hospitals work?

Hospital Star Ratings and How They Work

Star ratings for hospitals are public indicators of clinical quality, patient satisfaction, and financial performance. With the push for value-based care models, hospitals must find smarter ways to improve outcomes and protect revenue. In this article, we explain how star ratings are calculated, why they impact patient care and revenue, and how technologies like remote […]

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Tariff Impact on Remote Patient Monitoring medical devices

What Is the Tariff Impact on Remote Patient Monitoring?

Although medical devices and other healthcare supplies were exempt from tariff lists in past years, recent changes to the United States trade policy with Canada, China, and Mexico will increase tariffs on imported goods, including medical devices. This shift is expected to affect costs, sourcing, and regulatory timelines for medical device manufacturers, with a measurable

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Smart Inhalers for Asthma: Improving Care & Adherence

Allergy season is here, and for 28 million Americans with asthma, pollen can trigger airway inflammation, causing coughing, wheezing, and breathing difficulties. Yet, sticking to an inhaler regimen can be a challenge for some. Smart inhalers for asthma can help with asthma management, providing real-time insights into medication use and inhaler technique. A leading solution

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APCM Codes 2025

Guide to Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM) Codes 2025

Healthcare reimbursement is driving a shift toward more comprehensive and coordinated care models. To support this transition, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) introduced Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM) codes in the CY 2025 PFS final rule (PFS) final rule. APCM codes for 2025 simplify care management, enhance provider reimbursement, and promote a

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Telehealth and Remote Patient Monitoring: What's the Difference?

RPM vs. Telehealth: The 3 Major Billing Differences

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) and telehealth are often lumped together under the umbrella of “virtual care,” but in reality, they serve very different roles in healthcare delivery. And, Medicare treats them differently when it comes to reimbursement. Understanding these distinctions is critical for providers and health systems seeking to maximize reimbursement opportunities while improving patient

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preventive vs reactive healthcare with RPM

Preventive vs Reactive Healthcare: Why RPM Belongs in CCM

Chronic care management (CCM) emphasizes care coordination and education, while remote patient monitoring (RPM) enables preventive care. Shifting from reactive to preventive care improves patient health outcomes, lowers costs, and increases reimbursement opportunities. Monitoring vitals at home between office visits is an example of preventive vs reactive healthcare. RPM helps detect risks early, reducing emergency

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Virtual Health Management & Reimbursement for More Than a Decade

The evolution of telehealth over the past decade has significantly advanced virtual care management, improving patient outcomes and expanding access to care. This article explores key milestones in that evolution, focusing on changes in reimbursement models. We begin with the introduction of transitional care management in 2013 and follow the progression through chronic care coordination,

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remote therapeutic monitoring codes

2025 Remote Therapeutic Monitoring Codes & How to Bill

Remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) codes allow healthcare providers to bill for the use of digital tools that track non-physiological data such as respiratory status, musculoskeletal function, and medication therapy adherence. These codes are distinct from remote patient monitoring (RPM) and support the management of conditions where metrics such as movement, medication use, or inhaler activity

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RTM CPT Codes for 2025

New RTM CPT Codes for 2025

In this article, you’ll learn the differences between remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) and remote patient monitoring (RPM) billing codes and their associated payment rates for 2025. CMS released the CY 2025 Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule in November 2024. This article breaks down the final rule and provides key takeaways for the RPM and RTM

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