vitalera Android App — Patient RPM & Medical Device Connectivity
Installation
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Download the App: Visit the Google Play Store and search for vitalera.
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Install and open the app on your Android device.
Requirements
- Android version: 9 (Pie) or higher -- API level 28+
- Bluetooth: Required for connecting health devices
- Internet: Required for data synchronization
Account Setup
- Open the vitalera app.
- Enter the registration code or deep link provided by your healthcare organization.
- Set your password and complete the profile setup.
- Grant the requested permissions (Bluetooth, notifications, location for device pairing).
App Navigation
The app is organized with a bottom navigation bar containing these main tabs:
Home
The home screen displays your activity calendar showing:
- Scheduled tasks for each day (questionnaires, medication reminders, measurements)
- Permanent tasks that can be completed at any time
- Completion status for each task (pending, completed, overdue)
Tap any task to complete it -- take a measurement, fill out a questionnaire, or confirm medication intake.
Dashboard
The dashboard shows observation cards with your latest health measurements:
- Heart rate, blood pressure, SpO2, temperature, weight, glucose, and more
- Tap any card to view historical charts and trends
- Data syncs automatically from connected devices
Chat
Secure messaging with your healthcare professionals:
- Send and receive text messages
- View conversation history
- Receive notifications for new messages
Content Library
Access health education materials assigned by your care team:
- Articles, videos, and documents organized by topic
- Track your reading progress
Settings
Manage your account and preferences:
- Units - Choose measurement units (metric/imperial)
- Language - Switch app language
- Devices - Pair and manage Bluetooth health devices
- Connected Accounts - Link Fitbit, Garmin, or other data sources
- Account - Update profile, change password, or delete account
Connecting Health Devices
- Go to Settings > Devices
- Select the device type (thermometer, oximeter, blood pressure monitor, scale, glucometer, etc.)
- Follow the on-screen pairing instructions
- Once paired, measurements sync automatically
Permissions
- Bluetooth - Connecting to health monitoring devices
- Location - Required by Android for Bluetooth device discovery
- Camera - Device screen scanning (OCR) for manual measurements
- Notifications - Receiving medication reminders, task alerts, and messages
For support, contact support@vitalera.io.