New Virtual Care Program Aims to Reduce Heart Failure Readmissions in Dallas
Dallas, Tuesday, 26 August 2025.
On August 26, 2025, the American Heart Association launched Connected Care™ to lower heart failure readmissions by enhancing at-home support, addressing the 25% 30-day readmission rate.
Addressing the Burden of Heart Failure
Heart failure remains a significant challenge for healthcare systems, with almost 25% of patients readmitted within 30 days of discharge. This alarming statistic highlights the pressing need for innovative solutions to support these patients beyond hospital walls [1]. The American Heart Association’s new program, Connected Care™, aims to tackle this issue through remote patient monitoring and personalized care. By leveraging AI-driven technology from Cadence, the program extends hospital-quality care into patients’ homes, thereby endeavoring to bridge current gaps in heart failure management [1].
Remote Monitoring: A Leap Towards Personalized Care
Connected Care™ is pioneering the integration of advanced remote monitoring to deliver proactive and personalized support for heart failure patients. With a focus on evidence-based practices, this technology allows for continuous monitoring of patient health, providing timely interventions that can prevent hospital readmissions [1]. By ensuring patients receive comprehensive care post-discharge, the program addresses one of the key barriers to successful recovery: continuity of care. As Dr. Marat Fudim notes, timely remote interventions can significantly reduce the risk of readmission, improving patient outcomes long-term [1].
Reducing Readmissions through Technology
The program’s strategic use of AI and remote patient care technologies facilitates continuous health monitoring, allowing healthcare providers to react quickly to any changes. This proactive approach is crucial in addressing the high readmission rates seen in heart failure patients. By adhering to guideline-directed medical therapy, the program helps patients maintain optimal health post-hospitalization, thereby reducing unnecessary hospital stays and associated costs [1].
Expansion and Future Prospects
Initially piloted in hospitals across four states, including Texas Health Allen in Texas, the Connected Care™ program aims for a broader rollout [1]. The American Heart Association’s initiative signifies a critical step in revolutionizing chronic disease management by integrating technology with healthcare delivery. As the incidence of chronic illnesses is projected to double by 2050, such innovations offer a promising solution to meet the increasing demand on healthcare systems [1].