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- Can medical devices be FDA approved?
- Is telehealth the same as remote patient monitoring?
- Is remote monitoring suitable for all patients?
Can medical devices be FDA approved?
Before a medical device can be legally sold in the U.S., the person or company that wants to sell the device must seek approval from the FDA. To gain approval, they must present evidence that the device is reasonably safe and effective for a particular use.
Is telehealth the same as remote patient monitoring?
Simply put, where remote patient monitoring refers to the use of a specific technology to facilitate interaction between clinicians and patients at home, telehealth is a broader term that refers to the entire industry, methodology and technologies that enable that type of healthcare.
Is remote monitoring suitable for all patients?
Remote patient monitoring does have some drawbacks, such as its reliance on technology that not all patients can afford. RPM systems need reliable internet connections. Some of your patients may not have broadband access, making it harder for them to participate in RPM setups.
