{"id":20051,"date":"2026-03-03T07:00:46","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T07:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eviewconnect.com\/?p=20051"},"modified":"2026-03-03T08:12:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T08:12:43","slug":"rpm-vs-rtm-differences-cpt-codes-billing-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eviewconnect.com\/zh\/rpm-vs-rtm-differences-cpt-codes-billing-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"RPM vs RTM: Key Differences, CPT Codes & Billing (2025)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

The key difference between RPM and RTM lies in the type of data collected and the providers eligible to bill under CMS rules.<\/span><\/p>\n

RPM (Remote Patient Monitoring)<\/strong><\/a> tracks physiological data\u2014like blood pressure or glucose\u2014through FDA-cleared devices<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

RTM (Remote Therapeutic Monitoring)<\/strong> monitors non-physiological therapy data, such as pain, adherence, or mobility, via apps or software, and allows therapists to bill under CMS 2025 guidelines.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

In this guide, we break down the RPM vs RTM difference<\/strong>, including CPT codes<\/strong>, billing rules<\/strong>, CMS updates<\/strong>, and when each model works best for your practice.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Definition and Core Purpose<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)<\/strong> enables healthcare providers to collect physiological data from patients at home using connected medical devices.<\/span><\/p>\n

Examples of RPM Data<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n