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Home Based Cardiac Rehab

If you’re here, it’s because you’re ready to take that first step in re-imagining the way you live. Committing to a path that will positively change the trajectory of your life. Our 8-week evidence-based program is comprehensive, home-based, and easy to follow.  Don’t worry, your Kaiser Permanente Case Manager will be with you every step of the way.

Smartwatch Program

Kaiser Permanente is offering an exciting smartwatch-based Virtual Cardiac Rehabilitation program for qualifying members. A Fitbit Charge 5 smartwatch, enabled by our unique KP Health Ally phone app, will monitor and report your exercise, heart rate, and more to your dedicated Case Manager. As a Kaiser Permanente member, you will be provided the Fitbit Charge 5 smartwatch free of charge for the duration of your customized program.

If you and your doctor agree the smartwatch program is for you, you’ll only need to make sure you’ve got an active KP.org account and a compatible smartphone.  Your Case Manager will be happy help make sure you’ve got what you need.

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Smartwatch and phone

Smartphone Requirements

Smartphone with data, either an:

  • Android Device with Android 8 or higher
  • Apple Device with iOS 14 or higher

Smartwatch Program

This program utilizes a Fitbit Charge 5 smartwatch, enabled by our unique KP Health Ally phone app, to seamlessly monitor and report your exercise, heart rate, and more to your dedicated Case Manager. As a Kaiser Permanente member, you will be provided the Fitbit Charge 5 smartwatch free of charge for the duration of your customized program.

Phone Only Program

This program leverages the convenience of smartphone technology with our unique KP Health Ally phone app to record and track your daily physical activity and more. Your data is then seamlessly synchronized with your medical health record and shared with your Case Manager, enabling assessment and personalized support, all while maintaining the flexibility of using your own smartphone.

Manual Program

If you prefer a more hands-on approach, the “Manual” option provides you with an exercise journal. In this program, you will record daily physical activities and more in your exercise journal, which are then reviewed and discussed with your Case Manager during weekly telephone appointments. This option provides a flexible way to monitor your rehabilitation journey that does not require the use of smart technology.