Ara.so vs RPM Note Widgets: Complete Remote Care Documentation
Remote patient monitoring vendors often bolt on note capture. We lay out why a dedicated AI scribe is stronger.
RPM notes are checklist-driven
Most RPM vendors capture vitals and adherence but ignore the story clinicians need for billing. A few text boxes will not satisfy exam or plan requirements, forcing providers back into the EHR.
Because audio never touches the RPM system, there is no way to double-check what was said.
Dedicated AI scribes pair with RPM
Ara records the nurse-patient call, structures it, and posts the note into the EHR plus your RPM platform via API. Supervising physicians can audit both the vitals and the transcript side by side.
You retain a single source of truth without bloating the RPM UI.
| Feature | Ara.so | RPM Widgets |
|---|---|---|
| Documentation | Full Narrative | Checklists/Vitals |
| Billing Support | Comprehensive | Limited |
| Workflow | Integrated | Siloed |
| Audio Record | Yes | No |
Outcome
Customers who layered Ara on top of RPM saw reimbursement accuracy climb because each billable minute carried context, not just vital ranges.
Key takeaways
- RPM vendors focus on sensor data, not deep documentation.
- Ara.so fills the gap with transcripts, summaries, and exports.
- Pair them together instead of stretching RPM beyond its lane.