The FORA® 6 Connect was recently acknowledged as one of the best glucometers of 2019 by Top Ten Reviews. The device, designed and manufactured by ForaCare, Inc., measures blood glucose and blood ketone—which is especially helpful for Type I diabetics. “The FORA 6 Connect is one of the best glucometers available. But if you’re insulin dependent, it is your best option,” concluded Jeph Preece, the reviewer, noting the [...]
The FORA® Mobile Care Station, recently developed by ForaCare, Inc., is an efficient and convenient solution for nursing facility staff to easily measure vitals and consistently monitor their residents who have chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, congestive heart failure and COPD. Five individual devices—used to measure blood glucose, blood pressure, temperature, weight and pulse oxygen—are arranged on one roller cart for portability and ease of access. Each [...]
The leading causes of kidney failure are diabetes and hypertension—that’s why ForaCare is joining in the celebration of World Kidney Day today. High blood glucose and high blood pressure can damage the kidneys. When damaged, the kidneys don’t filter blood properly and can cause waste to build up in the body leading to other health problems. So, what’s the best way to prevent, or at least slow down, [...]
ForaCare, Inc. is excited to introduce its new FORA® GTel multi-functional monitoring system at this year’s AMCP Managed Care & Specialty Pharmacy Annual Meeting in San Diego. The new FORA® GTel Multi-Functional Monitoring System with built-in cellular connectivity is the perfect solution for high-risk diabetic patients. The GTel is a total diabetes care solution with built-in cellular technology, which allows high-risk diabetics especially, to easily share their data [...]
ForaCare, Inc. this week announced the launch of its FORA® GTel Multi-Functional Monitoring System with built-in cellular connectivity. The innovative product is expected to give patients, and the providers who care for them, a uniquely effective and efficient means of managing high-risk diabetes. FORA GTel provides both blood glucose and blood ketone cellular monitoring and allows two-way messaging between patients and physicians. The cell-enabled technology offers an alternative [...]
ForaCare, Inc., a remote patient monitoring company known for its innovative healthcare technology in chronic care management, was recognized as one of the CIO Review's 50 Most Promising Healthcare Solution Providers in 2019. The companies named "leverage emerging technologies to come up with practical solutions in healthcare," according to the CIO Review. “We are extremely honored to be included in the list of top healthcare solution providers,” stated [...]
Specially designed for maximum diabetes management and control. A stress-free solution for tracking results. Set target ranges, evaluate compliance rates, log notes with readings, see patterns over time, and take actions toward better health.
NEW 2019 RPM CODES PROVIDE ADDITIONAL REIMBURSEMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR REMOTE MONITORING OF PATIENT HEALTH DATA The 2019 Medicare fee schedule creates three new codes in the category of Chronic Care Remote Physiologic Monitoring. Code 99453: Remote monitoring of physiologic parameter(s) (eg, weight, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, and blood glucose), initial; set-up and patient education on use of equipment Code 99454: Remote monitoring of physiologic parameter(s) (eg, weight, blood pressure, [...]
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (January 23, 2019) -- ForaCare, Inc., the new leader in medical device technology and web-based telehealth solutions, has been working with Fair Oaks Health Center, a satellite clinic of San Mateo Medical Center, to better monitor their diabetes patients using FORA® blood glucose devices with bluetooth technology. The FORA Premium v10 BLE blood glucose meter with built in bluetooth technology was introduced to the clinic [...]
How to use a home blood pressure monitor Know your numbers. Be still. Don't smoke, drink caffeinated beverages or exercise within 30 minutes before measuring your blood pressure. Empty your bladder and ensure at least 5 minutes of quiet rest before measurements. Sit correctly. Sit with your back straight and supported (on a dining chair, rather than a sofa). Your feet should be flat on the floor and your [...]
