TOPLINE:

An uncontrolled hypertension management intervention involving remote patient monitoring with team-based support showed improved outcomes in reduced cholesterol and A1c levels.

METHODOLOGY:

Researchers conducted a retrospective, single-arm cohort study to assess whether remote monitoring with team-based care for managing hypertension can improve markers of cardiovascular health.

More than 550 adult patients (mean age, 56 years; 65% women) with uncontrolled hypertension (BP [blood pressure] ≥ 140/90 mm Hg on two consecutive measurements during a clinic visit and nonadherence to medication) at five federally qualified health centers were included.

The patients received home BP monitors and smartphone-based virtual coaching from a team of a nurse practitioner, registered nurse,

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