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Featured article: 2027 RPM Proposed Rule: Initiating Visits, Employed Staff, and What Could Change — CMS has proposed material RPM and RTM policy changes for 2027, including an initiating-visit requirement and limits on contracted clinical staff. See what is proposed, what remains current law, and what practices should review before the September 14 comment deadline.
July 30, 2026
9 min read

2027 RPM Proposed Rule: Initiating Visits, Employed Staff, and What Could Change

CMS has proposed material RPM and RTM policy changes for 2027, including an initiating-visit requirement and limits on contracted clinical staff. See what is proposed, what remains current law, and what practices should review before the September 14 comment deadline.

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Why RPM Programs Fail: Four Operational Problems and How to Fix Them — RPM and CCM programs often struggle with enrollment, adherence, alert overload, and staff capacity. Learn how to fix each operational failure point with structured, automated patient outreach.
July 20, 2026
6 min read

Why RPM Programs Fail: Four Operational Problems and How to Fix Them

RPM and CCM programs often struggle with enrollment, adherence, alert overload, and staff capacity. Learn how to fix each operational failure point with structured, automated patient outreach.

RPM Billing in 2026: CPT Codes, Requirements and Reimbursement — The CY 2026 Physician Fee Schedule added two new RPM codes — 99445 and 99470 — creating billable pathways for shorter transmission and treatment-management periods. Learn what each code covers and how to keep documentation defensible.
July 12, 2026
12 min read

RPM Billing in 2026: CPT Codes, Requirements and Reimbursement

The CY 2026 Physician Fee Schedule added two new RPM codes — 99445 and 99470 — creating billable pathways for shorter transmission and treatment-management periods. Learn what each code covers and how to keep documentation defensible.

CCM Billing in 2026: The Complete Guide to CPT 99490, 99439, 99487, and 99489 — The CY 2026 Physician Fee Schedule raised rates across all four staff-directed CCM codes. Learn what each code covers, how to choose non-complex vs. complex CCM, and how to keep documentation audit-defensible.
July 2, 2026
12 min read

CCM Billing in 2026: The Complete Guide to CPT 99490, 99439, 99487, and 99489

The CY 2026 Physician Fee Schedule raised rates across all four staff-directed CCM codes. Learn what each code covers, how to choose non-complex vs. complex CCM, and how to keep documentation audit-defensible.

Can AI Companions Help Seniors and Caregivers? — Discover how AI companions like Positive Check reduce senior loneliness and caregiver stress with daily wellness calls and timely updates delivered to you.
July 5, 2025
8 min read

Can AI Companions Help Seniors and Caregivers?

Discover how AI companions like Positive Check reduce senior loneliness and caregiver stress with daily wellness calls and timely updates delivered to you.

Why Sleep Quality Is Critical for Senior Safety & Health — Poor sleep increases fall risk by 30% in seniors. Learn why quality sleep matters for aging adults and how daily wellness monitoring can help prevent issues.
June 27, 2025
8 min read

Why Sleep Quality Is Critical for Senior Safety & Health

Poor sleep increases fall risk by 30% in seniors. Learn why quality sleep matters for aging adults and how daily wellness monitoring can help prevent issues.

The Importance of Checking In: Ensuring Seniors in Care Communities Receive Proper Attention — While care communities strive to provide quality service, regular check-ins are crucial for ensuring seniors receive consistent, individualized attention and maintaining their well-being.
March 17, 2025
8 min read

The Importance of Checking In: Ensuring Seniors in Care Communities Receive Proper Attention

While care communities strive to provide quality service, regular check-ins are crucial for ensuring seniors receive consistent, individualized attention and maintaining their well-being.

Maintaining Social Connections in Senior Years — Social connections play a vital role in maintaining mental and physical health as we age. Learn effective strategies to help seniors stay socially active and engaged.
March 10, 2025
8 min read

Maintaining Social Connections in Senior Years

Social connections play a vital role in maintaining mental and physical health as we age. Learn effective strategies to help seniors stay socially active and engaged.

7 Ways Phone Check-ins Help Senior Mental Health — Discover how regular phone check-ins improve senior mental health and safety, providing proven benefits for aging in place and caregiver peace of mind.
January 25, 2025
8 min read

7 Ways Phone Check-ins Help Senior Mental Health

Discover how regular phone check-ins improve senior mental health and safety, providing proven benefits for aging in place and caregiver peace of mind.