Sec. 10.09.96.01. Purpose and Scope

A. This chapter applies to remote patient monitoring services reimbursed by the Maryland Medical Assistance Program effective January 1, 2018.

B. The purpose of providing medically necessary services via remote patient monitoring is to assist participants in managing and controlling their chronic conditions in order to reduce readmissions and emergency department visits and to improve quality of care

C. The target populations are high-risk, chronically ill Maryland Medical Assistance Program participants suffering from diabetes, congestive heart failure, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.