ICT&health February 5, 2025
Remote patient monitoring utilizes wearable technology to improve chronic disease management, offering continuous care beyond traditional settings, benefiting over 100 million U.S. patients as of 2025.
The Rise of Digital Health Monitoring
The healthcare landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation, with remote patient monitoring (RPM) becoming an integral component of modern care delivery. As of early 2025, RPM systems are actively managing care for more than 100 million patients with chronic conditions in the United States [1]. This shift is particularly significant given that approximately 50% of Americans live with at least one major chronic disease, while 42% manage two or more conditions [1]. The integration of wearable technology has expanded monitoring capabilities beyond traditional healthcare settings, incorporating devices like...