Table 1.

Potential Advantages and Disadvantages of HBCR Compared With CBCR

Potential Advantages	Potential Disadvantages
Reduced enrollment delays	Lack of reimbursement
Expanded capacity/access	Less intensive exercise training
Individually tailored programs	Less social support
Flexible, convenient scheduling	Less patient accountability
Minimal travel/transportation barriers	Lack of published standards for HBCR
Greater privacy while receiving CR services	Less face-to-face monitoring and communication
Integration with regular home routine	Safety concerns for patients at higher risk

CBCR indicates center-based cardiac rehabilitation; CR, cardiac rehabilitation; and HBCR, home-based cardiac rehabilitation