Three giants in their respective industries—GE Healthcare, Intel Corp., and Mayo Clinic—have announced that they are studying a new model of healthcare delivery, specifically for patients at increased risk of rehospitalization. The Mayo Clinic will take the lead in a yearlong study to determine whether using Intel's remote patient monitoring technology in the homes of patients with chronic diseases will reduce hospitalizations and emergency visits.

The research study will involve 200 high-risk Mayo Clinic patients over age 60 who receive care in Rochester, MN. Study participants will measure their vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and weight, and respond to questions specific to their diseases on a daily basis, with all data reviewed by the clinical care team working with their primary care provider. Intel's technology, which enables videoconferencing, allows the care team to assess the patient for signs and symptoms that would suggest early medical intervention.