Connected workflows that simplify operations and reduce administrative burden
Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and Home Medical Equipment (HME) organizations play a critical role in helping patients access respiratory care. Yet traditional overnight oximetry workflows are often slowed by manual steps, delayed access to data, and operational bottlenecks that extend the time between testing and patients receiving treatment.
The Nonin Health® platform helps close that gap. By giving providers quick access to accurate1 pulse oximetry results before devices are shipped back, it helps reduce turnaround time, improve testing throughput, and cut avoidable operational costs.3 These time savings matter—particularly for organizations that receive limited or no reimbursement for overnight oximetry testing, where workflow inefficiencies often translate to operating expenses.
Built on Nonin Medical’s legacy of trusted clinical performance, the Nonin Health platform pairs with the WristOx2® Model 3150BLE to streamline the testing process. Accurate SpO2 and pulse rate data, combined with a secure, cloud-based platform, allows providers to review results quickly, identify issues earlier, and keep patients moving toward the care they need.1
The cost of delay
Traditional overnight oximetry workflows require the device to be returned, the data to be manually uploaded, and the results to be transferred via USB—steps that slow turnaround time and create unnecessary delays. And when a study doesn’t capture enough usable data, the entire process often has to start over, adding even more time before a patient can begin therapy.
These delays don’t just slow care. They contribute to a broader operational burden across the DME and HME industries. Industry analyses show that avoidable administrative tasks and workflow inefficiencies cost healthcare organizations billions of dollars each year.2 For providers already managing tight margins, even small workflow improvements can translate into meaningful operational savings.
Zooming in from the industry level to the organizational level, the impact becomes even more tangible. According to Nonin Medical’s cost-savings analysis, organizations performing around 30 overnight oximetry tests per month can spend more than $15,000 annually on manual uploads, truck pickups, and repeated testing.3
Feedback from early users highlights how the Nonin Health platform and the WristOx2 help address these challenges. One DME partner noted that using Nonin Health “saved one week of shipping time” per test by allowing results to be reviewed before the device was returned. Early adopters consistently reported faster access to data along with meaningful reductions in manual processing and shipping-related delays.3 Together, these improvements reaffirm the operational value of expedited data access.
Whether an organization is facilitating dozens or hundreds of tests each year, these minutes translate into substantial staff-time savings and faster access to care for patients.
Streamlining every step of the workflow
By addressing inefficiencies at each stage of the traditional overnight oximetry workflow, the Nonin Health platform and WristOx2 create a streamlined, connected workflow from start to finish.
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- Faster access to accurate overnight results: With the WristOx2 and the Nonin Health platform, patients complete testing at home and then submit their results through the Nonin Health mobile app. After the patient presses “complete test,” the data being transmitted securely through the cloud becomes available for immediate review by the provider in the web portal. This approach allows providers to evaluate test results the next day—well before the device arrives back, shortening turnaround time and reducing shipping-related delays.
- Eliminating manual uploads: Manual data uploads consume staff time and increase the risk of transcription errors. By automating the digital submission process, the Nonin Health platform removes this step. Early users reported an average of 30 minutes saved per test, freeing staff to focus on patient education and device preparation rather than data processing.3
- Earlier identification of invalid or incomplete studies: When overnight oximetry results are visible the next day, providers can immediately spot incomplete, artifact-heavy, or invalid studies. Instead of waiting a full week for a device to return before initiating a retest, providers can act right away—saving 30-60 minutes per retest and preventing unnecessary device shipping and handling.3 For organizations with tight staffing or large testing volumes, these efficiencies significantly improve throughput and save on costs associated with extra device shipping and handling.
- Reducing operational expenses: Shipping, trucking, and device handling represent major cost centers for DME and HME organizations. Nonin Medical’s cost-savings analysis shows that truck drop-off and pickup costs can reach $10,800 per year for organizations operating 10 devices.3 The data analysis suggests that organizations performing around 30 tests per month can realize potential savings of up to $1,548 per year per device, or more than $15,000 per organization annually—a considerable reduction for services that are often not reimbursed.3
Beyond operational gains, these efficiencies support faster transitions and strengthen provider-patient relationships. Simplified retests, fewer administrative delays, and quicker access to results contribute to a smoother overall experience for patients starting or adjusting to respiratory therapy. Higher patient satisfaction can translate into stronger referral patterns from physicians—an important driver of growth for DMEs and HMEs that prioritize timely, well-coordinated care.
Built for accuracy, speed, and security
Accuracy is foundational for any oximetry workflow. The WristOx2 provides clinically accurate SpO2 and pulse rate measurements across a wide range of testing conditions.1
The Nonin Health platform builds on this accuracy with secure, HIPAA-compliant storage and an intuitive interface that supports quick, informed decision-making. By reducing manual processing and centralizing data access, it strengthens documentation, minimizes opportunities for error, and accelerates time to treatment.
When every day matters, the Nonin Health platform helps providers move faster—with confidence in the accuracy of every reading and efficiency at every step.
Start streamlining your oximetry workflows with the Nonin Health platform.