Survey Calls Out Some Consumer Concerns About Telemedicine
We recently wrote about a study of US consumers regarding technology and medicine conducted by Deloitte last year. The survey found that more than half of respondents would use telemedicine, but it also found some lingering concerns about the approach. In order to help healthcare providers address them and be prepared for likely questions from … Read More
Infographic: The results are in - Chiron clients talk telemedicine in their practice
What do real physicians say about telemedicine in their practice? Everyone knows that telemedicine is a new tech-savvy way to see patients (and that patients are demanding it!), but many don’t know how this technology affects a practice’s bottom line. That’s why we surveyed a group of clients-to gather insights from real physicians on how … Read More
Employers are Embracing Telemedicine in Droves
For many Americans, healthcare and employment go hand in hand. Through health insurance, employee wellness programs, and other benefits, the nation’s large employers have a big impact on how people get needed care. Many employers have realized that telemedicine represents an opportunity to reduce costs, keep employees healthier, and provide an attractive benefit. Sharp Rise … Read More
New Information on State by State Telemedicine Policies
Last month, The American Telemedicine Association (ATA) released a couple of informative reports on state policies. One looked at legislation related to coverage and reimbursement, while the other focused on physician practice standers and licensure. The reports include state-specific grades based on several criteria. Good News Related to Coverage and Reimbursement The Coverage and Reimbursement … Read More
Beyond Acute Care: Using Telemedicine for Chronic Care and Prevention
We get the chance to chat with providers and patients about the ways telemedicine can ease the burden on our overloaded health care system, make practices more efficient, and help patients get more convenient access to care. One thing we find is that many people think about the benefits of telehealth in terms of acute … Read More
Patients Are Demanding Telehealth from Primary Care Providers
If you have been on the fence about whether to add telemedicine to your primary care practice, here’s a new survey that might push you off it. According to new data by American Well, one in five consumers would be willing to switch providers if another practice offered telemedicine. “Consumers are clearly interested in more … Read More
2017 – The Year of Telemedicine
Whenever new technologies get introduced, it takes some time to gain traction before they become mainstream or even ubiquitous. Telemedicine has been in use in one way or another almost since the telephone was invented. It just makes sense that medical professionals would use telecommunications as a way to treat patients at a distance. But … Read More
Better Practice Workflow = Better Work-Life Balance
As technology becomes more prevalent in the healthcare industry, it is essential for medical practices to adapt to this change. Certainly, electronic patient records, mobile applications, web portals, and remote patient monitoring, open up the opportunity to provide more effective care and build deeper relationships with patients. They can also involve a massive investment of … Read More
2016 Telehealth Quote Roundup
As 2016 draws to a close, we thought it would be a good time to look back on the year and pull together some of the most interesting, intriguing and informative quotes from experts, physicians and others in the know about telemedicine. On Effectiveness “The evidence supporting the role of telemedicine is strong. Studies have shown … Read More
Study: Consumers Looking for Digital Healthcare Experience
The results of a new study, “No More Waiting Room: The Future of the Healthcare Customer Experience,” from business and technology consultancy, West Monroe Partners, suggest that modern healthcare customers are gravitating toward digital channels like web portals and mobile apps in tremendous numbers. Consumer Preference is Clear The research that included more than 1,300 … Read More
