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11/26/2025

Actual inpatient note from our RT at a critical access hospital. Just another example of how we empower respiratory care!

rtNow called 11/24/25@0310 from RN at small community hospital*. Patient ******* *****, DOB: 1/1/1973, MR #********. Patient arrived with sob. BS: Wheezy. On room air O2 sats 89-91%. Placed on Bipap…

11/13/2025

Here is this week's actual inpatient encounter note. This is what we do!

rtNOW incoming call at 148pm from Med/Surg RN at small community hospital to have an assessment completed on patient ***** ******* DOB: 1/1/1939 MRN ********** . Upon assessment, patient was using 3 lpm O2 via Nasal Cannula with O2 saturation of 96%, RR-16-20, getting nebulizers frequently. Advised to get an ABG/VBG to see if patient was retaining any CO2. Advised that if patient started to have increased work of breathing to start on Airvo 25 lpm and 35% O2 and titrate to maintain desired saturation OR initiate BiPAP depending on result of blood gas. RN was in agreement with plan and did not have any further questions. Rtnow ended call at 203pm. https://rtnow.net/2025/11/06/actual-inpatient-notes-for-week-of-11-6-2025/

11/06/2025

Inpatient facilities - here is this week's actual clinical note from one of our respiratory therapists. Imagine what we can do for you!

rtNOW incoming call @10:02 am from ED RN ***** at ***** **** Hospital. Patient *********, DOB: 1/1/1938*,MR # ********. Patient arrived at hospital with shortness of breath and increased work of breathing. Patient wears home oxygen but the oxygen sats on arrival were in the 80's. Placed on NIV-ST on Hamilton C1. P-inspiratory of 12, Peep +7 30% FiO2. Measured values on these settings: PIP 19,RR 28,VT:613,MV:16.8. Duonebs, solumedrol, and magnesium given by RN. Plan: Continue on current settings and evaluate in 1 hour. Call ended at 10:21 am.

rtNow called back RN ***** @ 10:56 am to check on patient status. Patient doing well on current NIV settings on Hamilton c-1. O2 sats at 94% and respiratory rate has normalized. No video call needed at this time. Plan: Will continue on current settings and wean as able. RN will call back as needed. Call ended at 10:57 am.

*Note, patient DOB obfuscated.

10/29/2025

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Build confidence to engage clinicians fluently:
- Lung Anatomy (Pig lung and many other demos, 3D graphics!)
- In-depth on COPD, Sleep Apnea, Asthma, Bronchiectasis, Cystic Fibrosis
- How HME fits into patient care plans

3. "Respiratory Disease Roadmap"

At-a-glance cheat sheets: symptoms, tests, referrals, meds, and bonus resources for COPD, Sleep Apnea, Asthma, Bronchiectasis, and Cystic Fibrosis.

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10/22/2025

We proudly staff the best and brightest respiratory therapists in the nation. Happy Respiratory Care Week to all of the respiratory therapists helping humanity breathe deeply!

09/12/2025

The official press release for rtNOW Engage!
https://rtnow.net/2025/09/12/rtnow-engage-press-release-respiratory-care-hme-services/

“The introduction of rtNOW Engage comes at a critical time, as CMS’s updated reimbursement and compliance guidelines for respiratory assist devices (including CPAPs, BiPAPs, and NIVs) require further documentation, which rtNOW Engage provides,” said Chuck Stadler, Jr., Chief Executive Officer at rtNOW. “rtNOW Engage represents our commitment to empowering respiratory care for DME providers and their patients in compliant, scalable and meaningful ways.”

rtNOW Introduces rtNOW Engage: A Comprehensive Suite of Virtual Respiratory Care Services for DMEs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 10, 2025 – Frankenmuth, MI rtNOW, a leading provider of telerespira…

08/21/2025

One of our clients recently met with a CPAP manufacturer, and the manufacturer said "that's the highest adherence we have ever seen". Boom. Mic drop. Send us your patients! We love what we do, and we live our mission - "We empower respiratory care."

- Screen shot is average for all customers THIS week - 88+%!

08/19/2025

We are excited to introduce our enhanced HME telerespiratory support solution designed to meet the latest CMS reimbursement and compliance updates for BiPAP patients!

Visit www.rtnow.net/engage

With services like Virtual 6-Month Adherence, Ongoing Adherence After 6 Months, and a Quarterly Follow-Up Program, we ensure complete documentation of required criteria while keeping both patients and CMS happy.

As a virtual respiratory therapist staffing company, rtNOW is committed to delivering turnkey service lines for HMEs, including CPAP, BiPAP, and NIV. Check out our new offerings and learn how we can support your business! Visit www.rtnow.net/engage for more, or contact us here on LinkedIn.

08/14/2025

As part of our new rtNOW Engage service line, we are excited to introduce our enhanced HME telespiratory support solution designed to meet the latest CMS reimbursement and compliance updates for NIV patients!

Visit www.rtnow.net/engage

With services like Virtual 6-Month Adherence, Ongoing Adherence After 6 Months, and a Quarterly Follow-Up Program, we ensure complete documentation of required criteria while keeping both patients and CMS happy.

As a virtual respiratory therapist staffing company, rtNOW is committed to delivering turnkey service lines for HMEs, including CPAP, BiPAP, and NIV services. Check out our new offerings and learn how we can support your business! Visit www.rtnow.net/engage for more.

08/07/2025

We are so excited to announce our solution to the new CMS rules for BiPAPs and NIVs! Visit www.rtnow.net/engage for more information!

05/23/2025

We’re excited to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website at rtnow.net! The updated rtNOW Telerespiratory site features a streamlined, user-friendly interface to enhance your experience and make navigation seamless.

We invite you to visit rtnow.net, explore the refreshed design, and share your feedback. Your input is invaluable in helping us continue to serve you better.

12/24/2024

🎄✨ Happy Holidays from rtNOW! ✨🎄
As we wrap up another year, we’re grateful for our partners and the opportunity to support your teams and patients. Your dedication inspires us every day!

Here’s to a holiday season filled with:
🎁 Joy
🎁 Health
🎁 Time well spent with loved ones

Thank you for trusting rtNOW to provide expert respiratory care and support. We look forward to working together in the new year! 🎉

👉 Schedule a demo today: https://rtnow.net/schedule-a-demo/