Program 3: High‑Flow Oxygen Therapy (HFOT)
Clinical Model
• HFOT delivered safely in the home
• Supports pneumonia, COPD exacerbations, and post‑acute recovery
Value to Health Plans
• Prevents hospital admissions
• Reduces length of stay
• Enhances comfort, oxygenation and patient satisfaction
Evidence
• HFOT reduces escalation to mechanical ventilation (Frat et al., NEJM)
• HFOT lowers overall treatment cost vs. conventional oxygen therapy