What's the news: For the next two years, Medicare patients and physicians will be able to use telehealth services knowing that they will be covered without interruption. The recently passed government funding package—the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026—renewed the telehealth coverage that so many older adults have relied on since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, an extension that ...
A few states specified that telehealth could be used by out-of-state physicians to provide continuity of care to patients in that state, or by physicians in contiguous states that have existing patient relationships with state residents. Today, nearly all states have lifted those temporary licensure flexibilities.
What’s the news: Last year, 74.4% of physicians surveyed reported that telehealth was used in their medical practices—nearly three times the share in 2018—according to a recent AMA report showing that telehealth remains widely available and supporting the need for policies that continue to ...
Adopting telehealth procedures can improve patient care and increase the efficiency of your practice. The American Medical Association provides studies on the benefits of telehealth, as well as tips on overcoming common telehealth adoption hurdles.
A better picture of how telehealth will be used, paid for and regulated came into focus in 2023, though emerging state and federal laws and policies continue to extend temporary measures enacted in response to the COVID-19 public health emergency rather than enacting permanent change. Learn how the ...
Overall, telehealth use has nearly tripled since before COVID-19 hit. Find out which physician specialties are using telehealth the most—and least.
An invaluable lifeline During the COVID-19 public health emergency and beyond, telehealth has proved its worth as a lifeline for patients and physicians alike. A 2022 federal study reported that more than 28 million Medicare beneficiaries used telehealth during this period, particularly for primary care and behavioral health.
Telehealth solutions For the purposes of this playbook, we focus on telehealth, a digital health solution that connects the patient and clinician through real-time audio and video technology. It can be used as an alternative to traditional in-person care delivery and, in certain circumstances, can be used to deliver care such as the diagnosis, consultation, treatment, education, care ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Telehealth is an easy way to connect with medical providers online. There are various telemedicine services offering different ...
Since the start of the pandemic, virtual visits with doctors have grown increasingly in popularity. These online visits were originally meant to keep people from contracting COVID-19, but now, many ...
Los Angeles Times: Chronic Disease Care Gets a Digital Makeover with Virtual Consultations
A 2023 study found digital health tools significantly improved activity and function in patients with chronic conditions. Virtual consultations improve care access and reduce barriers like ...
Sacramento, Calif.-based UC Davis Health researchers found telemedicine consultations among physicians reduced interfacility transfers from rural and community hospitals. The study, published Feb. 13 ...