Remote Patient Monitoring Program

AKA: RPM
Provided by: Health PEI

Service Description

Provides a free at-home monitoring program for PEI residents living with heart failure or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Patients will receive monitoring equipment that will send vital signs directly to an RPM nurse.

Program helps patients to:
  • Learn to manage their chronic disease from the comfort of home
  • Avoid unnecessary trips to the hospital
  • Catch problems before they become an emergency
  • Become more involved in managing their health and quality of life

Information

Eligibility:
Individuals who have been diagnosed with heart failure or COPD
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Call or email to self-refer * Referral can also be made by a family physician or nurse practitioner
Documents Required:
PEI Health Card
Program Hours:
Program nurse assesses the monitoring results submitted by patients on Mon-Fri (8am-4pm) except on holidays
Program Phone Numbers:
Language:
English
Coverage Area:
Prince Edward Island

Service Locations & Contact Info