Many Medicare billing guides focus on reimbursement requirements but often lack clear steps on how to successfully and accurately bill Medicare for Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) services. In 2026, CMS significantly updated the program, introducing new "short-duration" codes that make it easier to bill for acute care and intermittent patient engagement.

Virtual care management (VCM) is making it easier for patients to stay connected to the care they need, no matter where they are. It involves using technology to engage patients who live in remote areas and also may face physical, financial, or behavioral barriers to being seen in person. Instead of relying solely on office visits, care teams can stay connected with patients continuously through digital tools.

Pulmonologists today are managing increasingly complex patient populations, like those living with chronic respiratory diseases such as COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), asthma, and ILD (Interstitial Lung Disease). These conditions require continuous oversight, timely intervention, and consistent patient engagement.

What is Remote Patient Monitoring? Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) is a healthcare delivery method that uses FDA-cleared digital devices to collect and transmit physiological data from patients to their providers. Reimbursed by Medicare Part B, RPM enables continuous chronic disease management outside of traditional clinical settings.

What is a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit? A Medicare Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) is a preventive screening used to identify gaps in care.

What is Chronic Care Management? Chronic Care Management (CCM) is a preventive health program that helps patients mitigate their chronic conditions. As covered by Medicare Part B, providers should understand what CPT billing codes matter to the program and how they are used. This can help your organization avoid denied claims and enhance care.