The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) just announced a major step toward a more modern, connected healthcare system, one where patients can easily access their data, and providers can deliver care without outdated barriers.
These updates, introduced during a recent White House event, lay the groundwork for a new digital health ecosystem focused on interoperability, usability, and proactive care. For remote patient monitoring (RPM) and chronic care management (CCM) programs, this is more than a policy shift. It’s a signal that healthcare is finally catching up to the way care should work.
At Vivo Care, this direction isn’t new. It’s exactly where we’ve been headed. And we’re ready to help practices move forward with confidence.
What Did CMS Announce, and Why Does It Matter for Providers?
CMS outlined several initiatives that will shape how care is delivered and coordinated over the next year. Here’s what providers need to know:
- CMS-Aligned Networks (2026): Secure, standards-based data exchange will make it easier to access patient information across platforms, leading to faster, better-informed care decisions.
- Modern Digital Identity + Blue Button Enhancements: Patients will soon access their health records without logging into multiple portals. Faster data availability also means providers can act on claims insights sooner.
- “Modern Check-In ” Tools: New intake and digital check-in tools aim to reduce admin work and improve patient experience. Less paperwork, more patient care.
- Conversational AI & App Navigation: Medicare.gov will offer tools to help patients check symptoms, manage conditions like diabetes, and schedule care—supporting engagement outside the exam room.
- FHIR-Based National Provider Directory (2025): A centralized, searchable provider directory will improve care navigation and make it easier for patients to find your practice.
These aren’t just tech upgrades. They’re infrastructure changes that support better outcomes, less friction, and a system that works more like the rest of modern life.
What’s Next? Key CMS Timelines to Watch
- 2025:
- FHIR-Based National Provider Directory begins rollout
- Digital Identity Enhancements and Faster Blue Button Access expected
- Trusted App Library on Medicare.gov launches
- 2026:
- CMS-Aligned Networks go live, expanding real-time, secure data exchange
These changes are coming quickly, and the practices that prepare now will be ahead when they arrive.
How Vivo Care Helps You Stay Ahead
Our remote care model is already aligned with the new direction at CMS. Here’s how we help practices adapt and thrive:
- EHR-Integrated Platform: Built for interoperability and seamless workflows
- National Clinical Team: U.S.-based nurses support care delivery in all 50 states
- Real-Time Wireless Device Data: Actionable insights between visits
- Compliance Ready Workflows: Designed to keep your program audit safe and future proof
With over 110,000 patients supported, we know what works, and we’re here to help you scale smartly.
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