We can fight Medicare fraud without abandoning patients

A recent proposal from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has presented Congress with an opportunity to address two important priorities: protecting access to lifesaving care for patients who need it most and ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly. As a geriatric nurse practitioner, I know how important it is for patients to receive the care they need, but I also believe we have a responsibility to protect Medicare from waste, fraud, and abuse. By embracing new technologies and strengthening accountability, we can better serve patients while ensuring taxpayer dollars are used as intended.

To accomplish both goals, we must protect access to remote patient monitoring.