Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is the use of digital technology that allows providers to monitor and assess medical and other health data from patients outside of the traditional in-person or telehealth visit structure. Information is electronically transmitted to providers for review, which allows for the management of acute and chronic health conditions by taking into account more comprehensive data.

Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) is a specific designation from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). To receive this designation, the clinic has to increase access to primary care services for patients in rural, underserved communities.