Carda Health, Humana Announce Partnership to Advance Cardiac Rehab Care
HEALTH & BEAUTY
Carda Health has announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with Humana Inc.. to improve access to cardiac rehabilitation.
For patients recovering from a severe cardiovascular event, the road to recovery has traditionally led to a hospital basement or a crowded rehabilitation center. But as we move further into 2026, the "Home-First" healthcare revolution is claiming its most vital territory yet: the heart.
Today, Carda Health, the nation’s leader in at-home virtual cardiac and pulmonary care, announced a first-of-its-kind nationwide partnership with Humana Inc.. The mission is simple but life-altering: providing Humana members with seamless, high-quality cardiac rehabilitation without ever requiring them to leave their living rooms.
Breaking the 90% Barrier
Despite the clinical proof that cardiac rehab reduces hospital readmissions and saves lives, the industry has long faced a staggering "access gap." Currently, 90% of eligible patients miss out on this life-saving care due to common barriers: transportation issues, scheduling constraints, and mobility challenges.
“Cardiac rehabilitation makes a meaningful difference in recovery, but most patients face obstacles that prevent them from completing traditional, in-person programs,” said Harry DiFrancesco, CEO and Co-founder of Carda Health. “We are proud to work with Humana to deliver these services directly to their members.”
High-Tech Meets High-Touch
The partnership utilizes Carda’s proprietary digital platform to deliver evidence-based, gold-standard care. The process is designed to be frictionless for the patient:
The Carda Care Package: Eligible members receive a kit shipped directly to their door, including a tablet and all necessary monitoring devices.
Live Monitoring: Unlike "passive" apps, Carda offers the only home program with live monitoring of vital signs by clinical exercise physiologists, overseen by a physician.
Individualized Plans: Every member receives a 12-week plan tailored to their specific nutrition, stress management, and exercise needs.
The Data of Recovery
The shift to virtual isn't just about convenience, it's about results. Carda’s internal data shows that 89% of their patients complete their rehab sessions, compared to just 33% for traditional in-person programs.
Furthermore:
98% of patients report a better ability to manage stress.
82% report significantly higher energy levels.
81% achieve clinically significant weight loss.
Healthcare as a Lifestyle Integration
In 2026, the most successful healthcare innovations are those that move away from "The Hospital" and into "The Life". By eliminating the "commute to care," Carda and Humana are transforming cardiac rehab from a burdensome chore into a seamless lifestyle integration.
For the Wellness Economy, this partnership is a masterclass in Frictionless Healthcare. It proves that when you remove the logistical "tax" on recovery, patient adherence skyrockets. For any brand in the service or care space, the lesson is clear: the future of loyalty isn't found in a facility, it's found in the home.