# Virtual Pulmonary Rehabilitation Launch a fully managed pulmonary rehab program for your health system. Aviary provides the platform, clinical staff, and operational workflows—so you can expand access without expanding overhead. ## **We Help Run the Program**. You Retain the Patients. Pulmonary rehabilitation improves outcomes for COPD and chronic lung disease patients—but most health systems lack the capacity to offer it. Aviary Health changes that. ### Referral Management Automated intake from your EHR with eligibility verification ### Insurance Verification Prior auth and benefits verification handled by our team ### Patient Outreach Multi-channel engagement to maximize enrollment ### Scheduling Support Optimized scheduling that works around patient preferences ### Clinical Documentation Session notes and progress reports synced to your EHR ### Charge Entry Accurate, timely charge capture to maximize reimbursement ## Expanding Access to Pulmonary Rehab Can Improve Patient Outcomes Pulmonary rehabilitation is one of the most effective interventions for COPD—yet fewer than 5% of eligible patients receive it. Virtual delivery changes that. ### Reduce hospitalizations Pulmonary Rehab reduces hospitalizations and post-acute care utilization, lowering preventable readmissions and SNF days. ### Shorter inpatient length Pulmonary Rehab shortens inpatient length of stay (4.8 vs. 9.6 days), improving throughput and capacity. ### Improve patient outcomes Pulmonary Rehab improves long-term patient outcomes, increasing quality-adjusted life expectancy by 0.53 years and contributing to measurable cost savings. ## Comprehensive Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Delivered Virtually A structured, evidence-based program that guides patients from diagnosis to lasting lifestyle change ### Step 1 #### Initial Assessment Comprehensive evaluation of respiratory function and exercise capacity ### Step 2 #### Virtual Sessions Supervised exercise, breathing techniques, and education ### Step 3 #### Care Continuity Structured session notes and individualized treatment plans seamlessly incorporated into the patient’s EHR. ## Expand Your Ambulatory Footprint Traditional pulmonary rehab requires patients to travel to your facility 3x per week. Virtual delivery removes that barrier—allowing you to serve patients who would otherwise go without care. ### Aviary Clinical Team Licensed respiratory therapists, nurses, and exercise physiologists Support every session under your brand. ### Virtual Delivery Patients participate from home via video—no facility space, equipment, or transportation barriers. ### Full Admin Support We handle referrals, insurance verification, scheduling, documentation, and charge entry. ## Who Qualifies for Pulmonary Rehab? Up to 36 sessions of comprehensive pulmonary rehabilitation including supervised exercise training, disease education, and breathing strategies designed to reduce dyspnea and improve endurance. - ### Medicare Covered Conditions: _Typically requires documented airflow obstruction (FEV₁/FVC < 0.70), provider referral, and moderate to severe disease. Up to 36 sessions covered._ - COPD (GOLD II–IV) - Emphysema - Chronic Bronchitis - Long COVID - ### **Commercial & Medicare Advantage** **Potentially Covered Conditions** _Coverage varies by payer and plan. Clinical appropriateness and authorization may apply._ - Bronchiectasis - Cystic Fibrosis - Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) / Pulmonary Fibrosis - Pre and Post-Lung Surgery - Post-Lung Transplant Insurance coverage and clinical eligibility are confirmed before the program begins. # Real Patients. Real Results. Every day, our clinical teams help patients recover, rebuild, and reclaim their lives. Here's what they have to say. "I felt like I was getting more short of breath than normal. I talked to Lindsey at our session and she helped me and even connected me with my doctor. 77-year-old Aviary Health patient Thank you for answering my questions about DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension). You took the time to explain it and show me how I can eat better. 65-year-old Aviary Health patient "I've been anxious after my heart attack and felt like my heart is racing. I talked about it with my coach Courtney, and she really helped me. I'm starting to feel more at ease. 65-year-old Aviary Health patient Thank you! I can’t wait for our check in! Till then...miss you guys!!! 65-year-old Aviary Health patient ## Launch a Pulmonary Rehab Service Line—Without the Overhead Join health systems across the country using Aviary Health to expand access to pulmonary rehabilitation, improve outcomes, and grow their cardiovascular service line.