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What doctors should know about continuous BP measurement devices

Despite some limitations, journal review shows devices can unearth BP patterns that office or home readings can miss.

Prevention & Wellness
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Target: BP™ initiative helps more than 10M adults with hypertension

AMA, American Heart Association recognize more than 2,300 physician practices and health care organizations for prioritizing blood pressure control.

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New BP guideline: 5 things physicians should know

The AHA/ACC update to the 2017 hypertension guideline includes essential guidance that physicians and patients should know. 

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7-step SMBP quick guide: 7 steps

Explore the seven key steps physicians and teams can take to use SMBP with patients with high blood pressure and access links to useful supporting resources.

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The 7-step self-measured blood pressure (SMBP) quick guide

Access the SMBP quick guide—an evidence-based resource to help physicians and care teams start using SMBP, including links to practical implementation tools. Learn more.

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7-step SMBP quick guide: Ensure accuracy

Blood pressure (BP) constantly fluctuates in most people. Find out how to interpret results with the 7-step SMBP quick guide from the AMA.

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7-step SMBP quick guide: Interpret results

View tables and summaries to help understand the results and numbers involved with SMBP. Learn more with the AMA's 7-step SMBP quick guide.

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7-step SMBP quick guide: Coding

Access the 7-step SMBP quick guide where AMA lists and explains CPT codes for initial and ongoing SMBP clinical services.

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Don’t trade your BP device for cuffless technology just yet

Cuffless blood pressure devices are convenient to use, but aren’t validated for accuracy. Experts urge patients and physicians to use validated devices. 

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